# making money (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover making money. Page: Feed: --- ## [How To Navigate A Late-Career Change Into AI-Resilient Jobs And Thrive](https://www.flippingheck.com/navigate-career-change-into-ai-resilient-job/) _2026-08-19 · Katybeth Dee · Flipping Heck!_ As AI use within business becomes more prevalent you might start to worry about how it might affect your career. In this article we look at some ways you can AI-proof your career with a small pivot For mid-career professionals, workforce automation can land like a personal verdict: a role that once felt stable now feels negotiable. The automation impact is real, but the deeper threat is often… ## [Pounds and Sense – A Personal Update](https://www.poundsandsense.com/pounds-and-sense-a-personal-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pounds-and-sense-a-personal-update) _2026-08-18 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ Today I wanted to share some information about my personal circumstances and my plans for Pounds and Sense (in particular) going forward. As you may know, I’ve been running PAS for nearly 10 years now and during that time have published over 560 blog posts. Most of these are still available to view via the \[…\] The post Pounds and Sense – A Personal Update appeared first on Pounds and Sense . ## [The evidence against plastic is mounting. But is it possible to cut it out of our lives?](https://san.com/cc/the-evidence-against-plastic-is-mounting-but-is-it-possible-to-cut-it-out-of-our-lives/) _2026-08-18 · Jess Craig · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ Evidence links plastics with poor health outcomes. But plastic is nearly inescapable, and alternatives can be expensive and inconvenient. ## [Preparing Your Home and Your “Go-Bag” for Extreme Weather](https://www.flippingheck.com/preparing-for-extreme-weather/) _2026-08-17 · Katy Whitton · Flipping Heck!_ With wildfires spreading across large areas and seemingly endless hot weather, it's more important than ever to be prepared. In this article we look at what you need to do to prepare for the worst. The headlines lately have been dominated by alarming news. From unprecedented heat waves to devastating wildfires that are burning across Europe, the United States and beyond, when the environment feels… ## [How ‘buy now, pay later’ options quietly add interest fees](https://san.com/cc/how-buy-now-pay-later-options-quietly-add-interest-fees/) _2026-08-17 · Patrick Cooley · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ BNPL financing was seen as a low-cost alternative to credit. New research shows it can include hidden fees and debt carrying interest. ## [Why Chinese Amazon Sellers Are Now Hiding as US Companies](https://mywifequitherjob.com/chinese-amazon-sellers-us-llc/) _2026-08-16 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Chinese Amazon sellers dropped from 60% to 36%, but they didn't leave. They registered US LLCs to dodge Chinese taxes, trading untouchability for real US legal accountability. The post Why Chinese Amazon Sellers Are Now Hiding as US Companies appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . ## [11 US Alibaba Alternatives to Source Products Tariff-Free](https://mywifequitherjob.com/us-alibaba-alternatives/) _2026-08-16 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Tariffs make China-only sourcing risky. These 11 US-based Alibaba alternatives, across manufacturing, marketplace, and directory tiers, let you source from American warehouses and factories. The post 11 US Alibaba Alternatives to Source Products Tariff-Free appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . ## [6 Amazon Sourcing Secrets Top Sellers Use to Pay Less](https://mywifequitherjob.com/amazon-fba-sourcing-secrets/) _2026-08-16 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Seven-figure Amazon sellers source differently. These 6 sourcing secrets, from using 1688 instead of Alibaba to off-season buying and DDP shipping, can cut your product costs in half. The post 6 Amazon Sourcing Secrets Top Sellers Use to Pay Less appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . ## [10 Weird Online Businesses That Make Millions](https://mywifequitherjob.com/weird-businesses-that-make-millions/) _2026-08-15 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ From gourmet hermit crab food to paper made of elephant dung to reselling lost luggage, these 10 weird online businesses make millions and prove you can sell almost anything. The post 10 Weird Online Businesses That Make Millions appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . ## [8 Counterintuitive Rules Behind Every Successful Business](https://mywifequitherjob.com/rules-for-business-success/) _2026-08-15 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Business success is simpler than gurus claim. These 8 counterintuitive rules, from the Effort Paradox to the 80/20 rule to why your memory lies, help you do less but win more. The post 8 Counterintuitive Rules Behind Every Successful Business appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/V96OUP0dlKyI) _2026-08-15 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [Why Amazon Basics Is Shadier Than You Think](https://mywifequitherjob.com/amazon-basics-strategy-exposed/) _2026-08-15 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Most Amazon Basics products barely break even, so why does Amazon push thousands of them? Because Amazon Basics is not a bargain brand. It is a weapon to force sellers into ad spend. The post Why Amazon Basics Is Shadier Than You Think appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . ## [651: How YouTube Is Quietly Becoming An E-Commerce Platform](https://mywifequitherjob.com/episode651/) _2026-08-14 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ YouTube dropped its affiliate threshold to 500 subs and lets creators tag physical products under videos. One under-10K-sub channel drove $20K in product sales last year. Here's the playbook. The post 651: How YouTube Is Quietly Becoming An E-Commerce Platform appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/mywifequitherjob/MWQHJ651SteveToni.mp3) ## [Tyson closes more beef plants as cattle supply hits 75-year low](https://san.com/cc/tyson-closes-more-beef-plants-as-cattle-supply-hits-75-year-low/) _2026-08-14 · Craig Nigrelli · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ Thousands of jobs are being lost as a result of the closures. Experts warn that rebuilding the nation’s cattle herd could take years. ## [US inflation continues to ease amid falling gas prices](https://san.com/cc/us-inflation-continues-to-ease-amid-falling-gas-prices/) _2026-08-12 · Lauren Pearle · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ U.S. consumers got more welcome inflation relief in July, as falling gas prices helped offset increases in housing, food and other services. ## [Caravan Fire Safety: How to Protect Your Holiday Home and Your Finances](https://www.poundsandsense.com/caravan-fire-safety-how-to-protect-your-holiday-home-and-your-finances/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=caravan-fire-safety-how-to-protect-your-holiday-home-and-your-finances) _2026-08-09 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ My post today is brought to you in association with Compass, a specialist provider of caravan and leisure insurance. It concerns an important subject all caravan owners need to be aware of. With the UK experiencing a prolonged period of hot and dry weather this summer, and drought now declared across large parts of England \[…\] The post Caravan Fire Safety: How to Protect Your Holiday Home and Your… ## [Renters are moving less than before. Homeownership doubts are one factor](https://san.com/cc/renters-are-moving-less-than-before-homeownership-doubts-are-one-factor/) _2026-08-08 · Cassandra Buchman · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ It’s peak moving season, but most people are staying put, according to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. ## [10 Ways That Marketing Leaders Can Drive Transformation In Stubborn Enterprises](https://www.flippingheck.com/how-marketing-leaders-drive-transformation/) _2026-08-07 · David Maricich · Flipping Heck!_ Sometimes, the same marketing tactics that have worked before are no longer effective. So what can you do to transform and grow your business? David Maricich has 10 helpful tips so you can succeed. Sometimes, the same marketing tactics that have brought you success are no longer effective. Your team should treat such dips in performance not as anomalies but as signs to shift and optimize… ## [Americans paid the price of Trump’s global tariffs — why are companies getting the refunds?](https://san.com/cc/americans-paid-the-price-of-trumps-global-tariffs-why-are-companies-getting-the-refunds/) _2026-08-07 · Shea Taylor · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ Big companies, not American consumers, have gotten $100 billion in refunds for President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs. ## [650: How To Build An AI Content System That Sounds Like You, Not A Robot](https://mywifequitherjob.com/episode650/) _2026-08-07 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Steve and Toni break down the exact AI workflow they use to publish daily content that sounds human, not like generic ChatGPT slop. The post 650: How To Build An AI Content System That Sounds Like You, Not A Robot appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/mywifequitherjob/MWQHJ650SteveToni.mp3) ## [Why states are pulling the plug on cryptocurrency ATMs](https://san.com/cc/why-states-are-pulling-the-plug-on-cryptocurrency-atms/) _2026-08-07 · Patrick Cooley · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ Lawmakers are pulling the plug on crypto kiosks, citing evidence that over 90% of transactions are tied to scams. ## [ThreatCrush on GitHub (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/9UXg2Fg3m1wO) _2026-08-07 · **Sponsored**_ View the ThreatCrush listing on the GitHub Marketplace. ## [More US employers plan to go back to merit-based pay raises in 2027](https://san.com/cc/more-us-employers-plan-to-go-back-to-merit-based-pay-raises-in-2027/) _2026-08-06 · Shea Taylor · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ Many U.S. employers say they plan to give employees raises based on merit in 2027, rather than giving everyone the same amount. ## [Don’t Panic! Here’s Your Ultimate Guide To UK University Clearing](https://www.flippingheck.com/dont-panic-heres-your-ultimate-guide-to-uk-university-clearing/) _2026-08-06 · Katy Whitton · Flipping Heck!_ If you're waiting for your exam results and are worried you might not get into your first university choice, don't panic! There are still options open to you and we take a look at some of them here. Hey there! If you’re reading this, you’re probably feeling a mix of emotions: maybe some disappointment, a dash of anxiety, and a sprinkle of hope. Let’s be honest—getting into your dream university is… ## [What satellite images of the night sky say about the economic impact of data centers](https://san.com/cc/what-satellite-images-of-the-night-sky-say-about-the-economic-impact-of-data-centers/) _2026-08-05 · Lauren Pearle · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ Satellite images reveal how much — and how little — data centers impact local economies as they pop up across the country. ## [Trump says Big Oil is making ‘too much money,’ insists they ‘better cut’ prices](https://san.com/cc/trump-says-big-oil-is-making-too-much-money-insists-they-better-cut-prices/) _2026-08-04 · Craig Nigrelli · Cost of Living: Unbiased Coverage of the Economy and Markets | Straight Arrow_ President Donald Trump said the oil giants are "making too much money," urging them to lower prices at the pump. ## [The Most Overlooked Features Of Great Jewelry](https://www.flippingheck.com/the-most-overlooked-features-of-great-jewelry/) _2026-08-04 · Staff · Flipping Heck!_ When it comes to jewelry, it's easy to get caught up in the initial visual appeal. A dazzling glitter or a striking figure will stand out. So what do you need to look for in a great piece of jewelry? When it comes to jewelry, it's easy to get caught up in the initial visual appeal. A dazzling glitter or a striking figure will stand out. But truly amazing jewelry has a great deal more to offer than… ## [My Investments Update – August 2026](https://www.poundsandsense.com/my-investments-update-august-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-investments-update-august-2026) _2026-08-02 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ Here is my latest monthly update about my investments. You can read my July 2026 Investments Update here if you like. I’ll begin as usual with my JP Morgan Personal Investing (previously Nutmeg) Stocks and Shares ISA. This is the largest investment I hold other than my Bestinvest SIPP (personal pension). As regular readers will know, in June last year I transferred \[…\] The post My Investments… ## [649: She Makes 6 Figures Selling Knitting Kits With Kari Capone](https://mywifequitherjob.com/episode649/) _2026-07-31 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ Kari Capone 10x'd her knitting-kit sales after one shop-floor conversation landed her in Wirecutter. Here is exactly how she did it and how you can too. The post 649: She Makes 6 Figures Selling Knitting Kits With Kari Capone appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com . [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/mywifequitherjob/MWQHJ649KariCapone.mp3) ## [Fitness Routines To Help Your Mental Injury Recovery](https://www.flippingheck.com/fitness-routines-to-help-your-mental-injury-recovery/) _2026-07-29 · Amy Jones · Flipping Heck!_ Fitness isn't just about improving your physical fitness, it's about improving your mental health too. Here Amy Jones takes a look at routines you can use to improve your health & mental well-being Fitness routines are great for improving your core strength and helping you to achieve the body of your dreams. However, an overlooked benefit that is perhaps the most important is how much it… ## [Why Every Older Adult Should Consider the Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix)](https://www.poundsandsense.com/why-every-older-adult-should-consider-the-shingles-vaccine-shingrix/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-every-older-adult-should-consider-the-shingles-vaccine-shingrix) _2026-07-27 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ Getting older has some advantages – but one downside is that our risk of developing certain illnesses increases. One of these is Shingles, a painful condition that can have long-lasting effects. I recently had my second Shingrix vaccination, completing the recommended course. Like many people, I experienced some short-term side effects afterwards, mainly fatigue and \[…\] The post Why Every Older… ## [How to Know When Fruit and Veg Are Still Safe to Eat – And When They Should be Binned](https://www.poundsandsense.com/how-to-know-when-fruit-and-veg-are-still-safe-to-eat-and-when-they-should-be-binned/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-know-when-fruit-and-veg-are-still-safe-to-eat-and-when-they-should-be-binned) _2026-07-25 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ Today I’m sharing a guest post by Primrose Freestone, a Senior Lecturer in Clinical Microbiology at the University of Leicester. It concerns a subject that many older people (in particular) on tight budgets may find of interest. It’s certainly something I have wondered about myself in the past. This article was originally published in The Conversation and is \[…\] The post How to Know When Fruit and… ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/sltNviz24xke) _2026-07-25 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [How To Build An Investing Routine You Can Actually Stick To](https://www.flippingheck.com/how-to-build-an-investing-routine-you-can-actually-stick-to/) _2026-07-24 · Staff · Flipping Heck!_ Learn how to create a realistic investing routine by choosing an affordable amount, reducing unnecessary decisions and managing market noise calmly. Editor's Note: This article does not constitute financial advice and is for information purposes only. When trading your capital is at risk. Please speak to a licenced financial advisor in your locality before making any financial decisions Starting… ## [648: Most Sellers Launch Their Products Wrong (Here’s the Better Way)](https://mywifequitherjob.com/episode648/) _2026-07-24 · Steve Chou · MyWifeQuitHerJob.com_ The fastest way to launch an ecommerce product today is to build the audience first and the product second. On a recent My Wife Quit Her Job podcast episode, my co-host Toni and I broke down a seven-figure product launch from someone in the ECF forums who spent zero dollars on ads. She built a community for a year before she ever mentioned her brand, and when she finally launched, her people… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/mywifequitherjob/MWQHJ648SteveToni.mp3) ## [Small Changes That Could Save UK Households £1,000 a Year](https://www.poundsandsense.com/small-changes-that-could-save-uk-households-1000-a-year/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=small-changes-that-could-save-uk-households-1000-a-year) _2026-07-19 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ With household bills still putting pressure on many family budgets, finding ways to save money has never been more important. The good news is that you don’t necessarily have to make big sacrifices to make a noticeable difference to your finances. Often it’s the small, everyday changes that have the biggest impact over the course \[…\] The post Small Changes That Could Save UK Households £1,000 a… ## [My Investments Update – July 2026](https://www.poundsandsense.com/my-investments-update-july-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-investments-update-july-2026) _2026-07-02 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ Here is my latest monthly update about my investments. You can read my June 2026 Investments Update here if you like. I’ll begin as usual with my JP Morgan Personal Investing (previously Nutmeg) Stocks and Shares ISA. This is the largest investment I hold other than my Bestinvest SIPP (personal pension). As regular readers will know, in June last year I transferred \[…\] The post My Investments… ## [The Best Realistic UK Side Hustles for Over-50s](https://www.poundsandsense.com/the-best-realistic-uk-side-hustles-for-over-50s/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-best-realistic-uk-side-hustles-for-over-50s) _2026-06-24 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ If you’ve ever searched online for side hustle ideas, you’ll know that many articles seem aimed at people in their twenties who want to become social media influencers, crypto traders or e-commerce millionaires overnight. As someone firmly in the over-50 category myself, I know that most of us are looking for something rather different. We \[…\] The post The Best Realistic UK Side Hustles for… ## [Amazon Prime Day is Almost Here!](https://www.poundsandsense.com/amazon-prime-day-is-almost-here/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=amazon-prime-day-is-almost-here) _2026-06-18 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ A quickie today to let you know that the annual Amazon Prime Day is almost with us. This year it extends over four days, Tuesday 23rd to Friday 26th June 2026. Prime Day is a special event for Amazon Prime members only. During it Amazon offers Prime members extra savings and special offers across a \[…\] The post Amazon Prime Day is Almost Here! appeared first on Pounds and Sense . ## [How To Make PDFs Accessible For WCAG And ADA Compliance](https://www.flippingheck.com/how-to-make-pdf-accessible-for-wcag-ada-compliance/) _2026-06-10 · Avani Kavya · Flipping Heck!_ There are an estimated 2.5 trillion PDFs out there in the world, and right now a vast majority of them are closed off to screen readers. Here's how to make your PDFs accessible for everyone There are an estimated 2.5 trillion PDFs out there in the world, and right now a vast majority of them are closed off to screen readers. More than the screen readers, they’re closed off to the people behind… ## [Get a Free Share Worth Up To £100 With Trading 212](https://www.poundsandsense.com/get-a-free-share-worth-up-to-100-with-trading-212/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-a-free-share-worth-up-to-100-with-trading-212) _2026-06-08 · Nick · Pounds and Sense_ Offer Reopened! Today I’m featuring a way you can get a free fractional share worth up to £100 by signing up (for the first time) with an online share trading platform called Trading 212. Trading 212 is unusual in that it offers commission-free and fee-free share trading. As a special offer, until Thursday 9th July 2026 they \[…\] The post Get a Free Share Worth Up To £100 With Trading 212 appeared… ## [How To Build A Productive Daily Routine That Actually Works](https://www.flippingheck.com/build-productive-daily-routine/) _2026-06-03 · Value Hits · Flipping Heck!_ A routine that actually works is not impressive; it’s about being repeatable. If you can stick to it when you're drained and annoyed, that is what a good routine is. So how do you set one that sticks? There’s a certain type of daily routine that looks incredible, and you must have read it on the internet. It usually starts at 5:00 am. There’s lemon water involved (obviously). Journaling.… ## [How To Create A Beauty Routine That Feels Centred Around You](https://www.flippingheck.com/how-to-create-a-beauty-routine/) _2026-05-27 · Amy Jones · Flipping Heck!_ Basing your beauty routines on the suggestions of others can make sense if you don't know what products to use or what you want to achieve. But it can also cause issues if it's not right for you. In a world where filters, editing and surgical work are the norm, it can be hard to feel happy in yourself and your beauty routines. Whenever you go online, whether that be on Instagram or TikTok, you're… ## [Protected: test post to see how this goes](https://www.emarierobertson.com/2025/08/12/test-post-to-see-how-this-goes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=test-post-to-see-how-this-goes) _2025-08-12 · E. Marie · E. Marie Robertson_ There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.