“We can definitely see that there has been a greater shift towards older entrepreneurs,” says Lauren Aleshire, senior communications manager at the Kauffman Foundation. “A lot of this is the instability that is likely to have come from the pandemic and the changes it has caused in the workplace. There’s an opportunity for people to … Read more
There is no longer a standard job allowance. Where you used to get a cell phone and a company car if you were lucky, today we see companies vying for the most creative benefits. Even the banking sector falters when Capital One employees tee off from the roof of its Virginia headquarters. As far as … Read more
For years, Gabino Iglesias lived the life of a struggling artist. A native of Puerto Rico, he made his way to Austin in 2008 with nothing but $236 in his bank account and a chance for a new life in UT’s postgraduate journalism program. To make ends meet, he worked a variety of odd jobs, … Read more
Filadendron/Getty Images Building wealth is not easy. If it were, we would all do it, and then everyone would be rich. Although if everyone were rich, wouldn’t that mean nobody would be rich? There’s an argument to be made. Try it out: Our Small Business Spotlight 2022Learn: 7 things you should never do when planning … Read more
Sometimes a good flying saucer movie is just a good flying saucer movie: a hint of wonder, a bit of wide-open skies, the occasional bogeyman. Maybe a few homages to other exponents of the genre. nope, the highly-anticipated third feature film from Jordan Peele, has all of that. It also exudes a sense of wanting … Read more
It was still the first week of July, but I only had 70 pesos worth of coins left in my wallet. With more than 10 days until payday, I had to tighten my belt to survive. That meant staying at home and working remotely to avoid spending my last penny. Seriously, I’ve never felt this … Read more
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Do you know what the problem is with saving money for transition expenses? Trouble is, no soldier wakes up on fire to save money for something they don’t really want – transition costs. Because when we talk about “transition costs,” we’re not talking about fun things like new business clothes and a civilian home with … Read more
The bartender takes your order. The bartender makes your drinks. The bartender brings your food. The bartender will do everything except park your car. But the bartender will validate your parking space. This is the way of the world at the Double Standard, the American-style tavern that opened in late May in the Rand Building … Read more
If you’ve been on social media lately, chances are you’ve seen an ad for Pinterest, specifically for the new creator fund. Influencers like Rylie Booth on TikTok rave about how easy it is to make money on Pinterest, even boasting in a recent video that she’s made enough extra money on the platform to fund … Read more
Janet Erna Schlender (née Butschke) June 10, 1935 – July 27, 2022 On Wednesday, July 27, 2022, Janet Erna Schlender (née Butschke), age 87, was welcomed home by her Savior Jesus Christ and reunited with her beloved husband Daniel, who had recently preceded her in death. A loving wife, mother, sister and friend to many, … Read more