Weekly digest #30 of 2024

July 29

How to get rich (Taylor’s version), by The Economist's 1843 Magazine — Taylor Swift is not just an outstanding artist, but also a very capable entrepreneur in her family entertainment business.
One (wo)man show — our member Magdalena Cevelova outlined 5 steps that will help you succeed with your own business.
Staying visible over the summer holidays — Frankie Tortora and Steve Folland, hosts of the British podcast Doing it for the kids, shared some tips in a recent episode on how to get work done during the school holidays.
Secrets of a ransomware negotiator, by The Economist's 1843 Magazine — When the gangs of the dark web come with their ransomware, most people panic. This man runs circles around them.
Brilliant — Learn by doing. This tool will help you interactively solve problems in various fields such as math, data analysis, computer science, programming, and science.
How to praise idleness — Feeling unproductive lately? You're not alone. In her latest article, Sarah Duran reminds us how important rest is, not just for productivity, but for our well-being.
The personal branding craze: Why this independent consultant opts out — Matthew Fenton explains why he opts out of personal branding, pointing out that personal branding and professional reputation are not the same thing.

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