Perpetual Learning
Hey everyone! Anya here. Today, I want to chat about something that might seem a bit dry at first glance: jobs reports. But stick with me, because understanding these economic indicators can actually be super helpful, especially when you’re navigating the freelance world or running a small business like my Etsy shop. Recently, I saw … Read more
Hey everyone, I’ve been seeing a lot of chatter lately about something that feels really important for all of us, especially as artists trying to make a living: the accuracy of US inflation data. A recent Bloomberg piece highlighted how distrust in this data could be a big deal for a market worth around $2 … Read more
It’s easy to look at someone struggling and think, “They’re just not trying hard enough.” This often happens when we talk about poverty, and it’s something I’ve seen up close, especially in the art world. As an artist, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to make a living. My journey started with graphic … Read more
Hey everyone! Anya here. Today, I want to chat about something that might seem a bit dry but is actually super important, especially for us young adults trying to figure out our careers and finances. We’re talking about jobs data – you know, those reports that tell us how the economy is doing, how many … Read more
Turning 18 is a huge milestone. It often feels like the official start of adulthood, a time when you’re ready to build your own life. But what if you’re starting that journey with not much in your pockets? Let’s say you have $700 and a desire to build something solid. It might not feel like … Read more
I’ve always loved finding something special in the overlooked. Whether it’s a forgotten corner of a flea market or, well, something someone else threw out, there’s a certain thrill in seeing potential where others see junk. Flipping isn’t just about making a quick buck; it’s a creative challenge. It’s about resourcefulness, seeing the hidden beauty … Read more
It’s been a tough couple of years, and for many of us, the story of the Titan submersible was incredibly sobering. News reports have recently highlighted findings from a US Coast Guard investigation into the tragedy, and it’s been a stark reminder of how crucial safety and diligence are, especially when pushing boundaries. What’s really … Read more
It’s August 5th, 2025, and I’m sitting here, staring at my computer screen, a degree in Computer Science tucked away in a drawer somewhere. You’d think with that piece of paper, well-paying tech jobs would be lining up. But that’s not my reality. My days are a mix of part-time gigs that barely cover rent, … Read more
It’s hard to ignore the buzz around OpenAI lately. You might have seen headlines talking about talks for a share sale that could value the company behind ChatGPT at a staggering $500 billion. Financial Times, The New York Times, and Bloomberg have all reported on this significant development. For context, that $500 billion valuation puts … Read more
It’s been a tough few years, and the weight of it all finally hit us. We’re a young couple, excited about our future, but that excitement is currently overshadowed by a mountain of debt totaling $200,000. It feels overwhelming, and honestly, we’re struggling to see the way out. Life happens, right? We started with a … Read more