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I'm a software engineer and I've lost my job 4 times in the last 18 years. I don't think AI is the problem.

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Kunal Nayyar attends the photocall for Netflix's "Spaceman" at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood

Staying close to my Indian parents while I was in the US was a logistical nightmare. I started an app to make it easier.

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I'm struggling to work from home now that my kids are teens. They constantly need me, and I can't get my work done.

I've worked from home for 17 years, and that flexibility helped me raise my kids. But now that they're teens, they demand a lot from me emotionally.

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Tech salaries: Here's how much the biggest tech companies pay engineers and other key roles

Compare corporate salaries across the tech industry. Discover compensation trends at companies like Amazon, Meta, Google, Microsoft, and AI companies.

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Tim Cook at the "F1" movie premiere, wearing glasses and a blue shoot.

Apple salaries revealed: How much the iPhone giant pays AI staff, software engineers, and designers

See how much Apple pays in 2025, with machine learning engineers earning as much as $312,200. Salary data shows pay ranges across key teams.

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I want to retire early, so I moved my family to Thailand to save money. Take a look inside our $1,200 family home in Bangkok.

I plan to retire by 50, so I moved my family to Thailand to save money. Our new family home is an apartment in Bangkok, and it's close to everything.

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My 17-year-old daughter got her dream summer job — with a little help from me

My teen is working as a camp counselor this summer. I'm glad she started the application process last December.

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Jennifer McMahon biking at Google's Sunnyvale office

I'm Gen X and job hunting for the first time in 20 years. It's been a roller coaster, but these 3 things help.

About five months ago, I was informed that my role at Google was getting moved to Mexico City. The market has changed since I last job searched.

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Older job seekers may be hurting their chances of landing a job. A career coach shares 5 strategies to avoid self-sabotage.

Loren Greiff started her own career coaching business to help other older workers find success in their careers and combat ageism.

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Memorial flowers outside the Blackstone headquarters at the scene of a shooting from Monday in New York, US, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

'A new normal': Office life goes on after mass shooting rattles New York City

The Park Avenue office building where Monday's shooting occurred remains closed, as Midtown workers expressed anxieties about recent violence.

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TripAdvisor cofounder says he sometimes gets ghosted on LinkedIn now that he's no longer CEO

TripAdvisor cofounder Steve Kaufer stepped down as CEO in 2022. Since then, he says some people have stopped responding to his LinkedIn messages.

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Emma Wang at her standford graduating wearing grad gown

I graduated from Stanford a few months ago but can't land a job. I'm working 3 part-time gigs and struggling with shame.

I graduated from Stanford with two degrees, but I can't land a full-time job. Instead, I work three part-time gigs. I'm struggling to tell my family.

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Split Image: Tim Cook at the world premiere of "F1" and Issa Rae at the 2025 Met Gala.

From Tim Cook to Issa Rae, these 13 successful people wake up before 6 a.m.

Successful people across industries are known for waking up early, before 6 a.m. Here are their morning routines, from Tim Cook to Shonda Rhimes.

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A composite image. Left: A woman and her husband posing on a colorfully decorated Mexican street; Right: The couple with their two young children.

My husband and I left our stable income of over $200,000 and moved to Mexico. I've never had so much freedom over my life — it's a blessing.

Bianca Ramos and her husband were both earning six-figure incomes in the US, but they moved to Mexico in August for a freer, simpler lifestyle.

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Bluesky's CEO warns you shouldn't 'fully outsource your thinking' to AI

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber emphasized the importance of critical thinking and developing a generalist skillset for the AI era.

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Woman typing an electronic message on a laptop.

I landed a job at OpenAI through a cold LinkedIn DM. Here's what made my outreach successful — and one thing I wouldn't do again.

Sophie Rose leveraged a strategic cold message on LinkedIn to secure a role at OpenAI. She shared her tips for a successful cold outreach.

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I'm a full-time manager and part-time caregiver for my mother. After finally telling my job, I see the value in asking for support.

Kayla Tlatelpa is a manager who also helps care for her mother. She recently disclosed her caregiving responsibilities to her employer.

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Mark Cuban onstage during the 2025 SXSW Conference and Festival at Hilton Austin in Austin on March 10, 2025.

Life in the C-suite: How top business leaders power through the day

In this Sunday edition of Business Insiders Today, we're taking you through a day in the life of some C-suite executives.

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I barely knew my grandma, but she left me $85,000 when she died. I was able to take 2 years off work and build my dream business.

My grandmother always kept me at a distance, but she still left me $85,000. I quit my job and started my business, changing my life forever.

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Composite image of Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Tim Cook

14 unusual CEO habits, from the rideshare bosses who work as chauffeurs to daily trips to the grocery store

These are some of the bizarre daily habits of top CEOs such as Elon Musk, Tim Cook, and Jack Dorsey.

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Businesswoman watching two coworkers talking over cubicle wall

Robots can't schmooze. Why extroverts may thrive in an AI-filled workplace.

As companies embrace AI, extroverts may gain an edge as humans rely more on soft skills at work. That could pose a challenge for everyone else.

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I'm a career coach, and the job market right now is a dumpster fire. Applying for jobs should be the last step in your job hunt process.

A veteran career coach, Emily Worden, shares advice on how to overcome intense job market competition due to AI, offshoring, and layoffs.

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Want to make a career pivot? Here's what this Google exec says you should do first.

Mira Lane, who created an AI prototyping lab at Google, says this is the best strategy for finding a role that "lights you up."

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It's a tough time to be a middle manager as layoffs and increased responsibilities bite. BI wants to hear from you.

BI wants to hear from middle managers. Tell us about your experience by filling out a quick form.

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I quit my job as an attorney to follow my true passions. I now want my teens to chase their dreams — not the highest-paying career.

I didn't want to be a lawyer, but people told me it was the best career. I eventually had to quit. I want my kids to learn from my mistake.

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I moved to Chicago to be a comedian. It didn't work out, so after 5 years, I moved back in with my mom in Milwaukee.

CJ Darnieder was off to a great start in Chicago, chasing his dreams. Then a series of unfortunate events derailed him and he questioned his path.

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'Grammatically correct and emotionally vacant': The pitfalls of relying on AI too much in your job hunt

Recruiters say they're getting stuck with piles of robotic-sounding résumés and applicants who are likely cheating during video interviews.

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I'm a matchmaker for the wealthy who charges up to $500,000. Sometimes I conduct over 100 interviews for 1 date.

Matchmaker Jennifer Donnelly works with ultra high net worth clients, charging rates from $150,000 to $500,000.

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Recruiter Mike Peditto standing in front of a white erasable board in a blue suit jacket with arms folded.

5 things you should do immediately after a layoff before applying for any new jobs, according to an ex-recruiter

Ex-recruiter Mike Peditto shares five crucial actions laid-off workers should take before applying for new job, including LinkedIn and résumé updates.

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I was laid off and can't find a job. My savings are nearly gone and my self-confidence is low, but I believe I'll find one.

Michelle Keller was laid off from the company she worked at for 20 years. She's applied for dozens of jobs and is worried about her finances.

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Power Hours

I'm the CEO of Twitch. My day starts with a 5-mile run and often ends with playing country songs on a late-night livestream.

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy exercises before back-to-back meetings, prefers Coke over coffee, and avoids fine dining before often livestreaming at night.

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80 over 80

Working is not a choice for some older Americans. Despite heart failure, an 81-year-old navigates a job at Home Depot.

More older Americans are working well into their 80s just to survive. Meet a couple from the Silent Generation who say they can't afford to retire.

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A Gen Xer with an MBA and $50K in student debt has been job hunting for nearly 2 years, so she's pivoting to an industry where hiring is still hot

Ann Francis has been searching for a job in HR at a time when white-collar hiring is sluggish.

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Waze's cofounder said AI will increase the demand for software engineers

Waze cofounder Uri Levine predicted an increased demand for software engineers as AI tools boost productivity.

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Jerome Powell isn't flinching from Trump. Leaders should take note.

Jerome Powell's leadership approach at the Federal Reserve focuses on calmness, consensus-building, and flexibility, said experts.

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Surge AI's CEO says he would never hire these 2 roles at an early-stage startup

Edwin Chen said he often hears early-stage founders list product managers and data scientists among their first few hires. "This is just wild to me."

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I've been an English teacher for 20 years, and my students are now relying on AI to do everything. It's making my job impossible.

My students have started using AI and ChatGPT to write their essays and answer any questions they have. It's become impossible to prevent cheating.

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Inside the whisper networks where laid-off coworkers job hunt and commiserate

Former coworkers are staying in touch by joining invite-only groups to vent, grieve, and help each other job search.

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I became a full-time content creator after getting laid off from my fintech job. TikTok basically pays my rent but I'm on edge every day.

Alex Mars was laid off from his fintech marketing job in April. He's now pursuing a full-time content creator career on TikTok.

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Cover letter requirements and unlimited PTO are among the biggest dealbreakers for job candidates. Tell us yours.

New data from Adobe Acrobat highlights some of job seekers' biggest red flags in a job listing. Business Insider wants to hear yours.

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Viral AI 'cheating' startup Cluely is offering engineers up to $1M and $350K for designers: 'Please be world-class'

The CEO told BI he has received thousands of applications for a founding designer and founding engineers.

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Silhouetted workers walk in front of office towers in the Canary Wharf financial district in London

Thousands of workers tried four-day workweeks. Many reported less burnout and better sleep.

According to the study's results, after six months of working four-day weeks, workers reported less burnout, better sleep, and higher job satisfaction.

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I'm an engineer who got a master's in financial technology. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

Christian Hollar is a recent graduate of Duke's Master of Engineering in Fintech program. He said the field offers growth and keeps his skills sharp.

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Fintech engineer working on a laptop, assisting in the development of a banking structure.

Fintech engineering is growing. The job can come with high salaries and energizing work.

Fintech engineers build the software that powers financial products. The fast-growing role can offer high salaries and innovative opportunities.

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Tom Marshburn, a former NASA astronaut, now works for Sierra Space.

I spent 337 days in space working at NASA and left for a desk job. I don't regret giving up astronaut life.

Tom Marshburn shares how he became a NASA astronaut whose spent over 300 days in space and why he's now happy working his desk job.

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I grew my career at TikTok from intern to global product marketing manager before quitting. Here's what working there was like.

Sarah Teng joined TikTok in December 2020 as as a technical product specialist. When she left in 2024, she worked on a global team.

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