Rat catchers, powder monkeys, and resurrectionists: 20 jobs that no longer exist
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I landed a job by cold emailing the CEO. Nothing else worked for me.
Cathy Xie shares job search tips highlighting cold emailing CEOs for attention. Discover effective strategies for tech job seekers.
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12 companies that are embracing remote work amid the RTO push
Businesses like Dropbox, Spotify, DoorDash, and Mozilla continue to offer remote work to employees, despite the push to return to the office.
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I quit my tech job and became a stay-at-home dad. I sometimes feel lost because I'm not making money, but I still feel valuable.
After quitting my tech job, I suddenly became a father and a stay-at-home dad. My wife is now the breadwinner, so I'm slowly finding my place.
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The brutal metric companies are using to show their AI bets are justified
One way for CEOs to demonstrate that their AI bets are paying off is to show that they need fewer workers.
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I asked 3 CEOs about their biggest career mistakes — and what they learned
CEOs from The Knot, Cato Networks, and Invisible Technologies shared their biggest mistake and what it taught them.
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Consultants, Disney wants to hire you
The vice president for workforce of the future role pays up to $348,100 per year, the company says in its posting.
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Inside Business
Inside Block's AI push that ended in pink slips
Laid-off Block employees say they were embracing AI tools in what one called an almost "celebratory" way. Then it replaced them.
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A LEGO-style replica of JPMorgan's new 270 Park skyscraper has an internal waitlist and is listed for $500 on eBay
JPMorgan workers can join a waitlist and follow multi-step instructions to buy a toy replica of the new building, which is already reselling for $500.
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The career rise and wild life of tech billionaire Jack Dorsey
Twitter cofounder Jack Dorsey became a billionaire hours after the social media company went public in 2013. He now heads Block, a fintech company.
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Here's how much firefighters make in every US state
Firefighter pay varies massively across the 50 states. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows just how big these differences are.
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Amazon CEO says many jobs we've 'thrown human beings at' for the last 20-30 years won't need as many humans
"You won't need as many human beings doing those same jobs," Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said, predicting AI would also create new jobs as well.
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I struggled with being a mom, and all I wanted was to dance with my friends. I created a business around dance parties for moms.
I cofounded a business that throws dance parties for moms. At first, we made it kid-friendly, but quickly realized moms want to let loose.
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I'm a communication therapist. This trick has saved me from hundreds of arguments and weird conversations.
A speech-language pathologist shares a science-backed pause technique that can help prevent arguments, improve parenting, and reduce tension at work.
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I'm a Google exec who spends 20+ hours a week experimenting with AI. This is the best era to be a developer.
Google executive Keith Ballinger has worked in software engineering for most of his life, and he thinks this is the best era to be a developer.
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Been laid off? These 3 mistakes could jeopardize your job hunt, according to a career coach
A storm of layoffs is upon us, and tech career coach Kyle Elliott shared mistakes he helps his clients avoid.
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I'm a data analyst who survived 3 rounds of layoffs at Block. I saw how AI was automating my work — it cost me my job.
A former Block data analyst who survived three layoffs says he suspected AI cuts were coming before losing his job.
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Jack Dorsey struck an 'empathetic' tone as he laid off nearly half of Block
The CEO's empathetic and transparent tone and a relatively generous layoff package, are gaining respect amid a 40% workforce reduction at Block.
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Sam Altman says non-technical people can work on making AGI happen if they have taste
Sam Altman wrote on X that the "best research teams are built through context, taste and a real feel for where the field is headed next."
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Jack Dorsey just gave us our first glimpse at how doomsday layoffs could work in the AI era — and it's bleak
The billionaire's move to slash nearly half of Block's workforce in one fell swoop signals a departure from Big Tech's pattern of repeated cuts.
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Companies laying off staff this year include Amazon, Citi, and eBay — see the list
Layoffs have hit over a dozen companies, including Amazon, eBay, and Pinterest, this year as AI and economic conditions reshape the business landscape.
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I started wearing a uniform to my office job. It made getting dressed in the morning effortless.
How creating a work uniform with five staple pieces can simplify office outfits and eliminate daily decision fatigue.
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I quit Bain after a 43-hour workday and now own an outdoor adventure business. Consulting prepared me for anything.
Sunny Stroeer quit her consulting job at Bain and built a career on outdoor adventures. She said she uses her consulting skills all the time.
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Why your coworker is pretending to be so busy
Workers worried about layoffs and the impact of AI might be tempted to engage in productivity theater, such as sending early-morning emails.
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young geniuses
I founded an AI startup while still in high school. I'm now 22 and have raised over $2M — I have no regrets about skipping college.
A young founder from Bangladesh shares his journey to creating his AI company, Kodezi, while balancing finishing high school and entrepreneurship.
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This Google exec is hiring for a new engineering team. She evaluates creativity in 2 ways during interviews.
Google Cloud executive Yasmeen Ahmad says she looks for candidates who show creative problem-solving in technical interviews.
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The job market is in a 'deep freeze.' One industry is keeping it from sliding backward.
The US barely added any jobs last year, but one sector is still hiring at a fast clip.
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It's a terrible time to quit your job. These 7 Big Tech workers share why they did it anyway.
Seven former Amazon, Meta, Google, and Microsoft workers share why they left their jobs in a tough market without another role lined up.
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7 companies that have signaled they are replacing human employees with AI
Several companies have signaled AI is replacing human employees and enabling workforce reductions, including HP, IBM, and Klarna.
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Investors face a harsh reality: If the AI hype is real, so are the layoffs
The AI boom could bring us amazing discoveries — and massive unemployment. Both scenarios are worth taking seriously.
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I was laid off last year and have only managed to get 1 job interview. I have 20 years of experience and am worried about my future.
A communications professional shares how she applied to over 100 jobs with little response and why she's pivoting to consulting and moving to Mexico.
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They split a $4,470 RV three ways. Now their food truck makes $240,000 annually.
Three entrepreneurs bought a former mobile dentistry RV for $5,000 and turned it into a food truck that now generates around $240,000 in annual sales.
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Head of OpenAI's Codex explains the kind of email that gets his attention — and his advice to young engineers
Alexander Embiricos from OpenAI's Codex shares advice about how engineers can stand out in the competitive AI talent market.
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These 7 companies are increasing hiring of entry-level engineers
Tech giants like IBM and LinkedIn are expanding entry-level programs for engineers amid an evolving job landscape for junior workers.
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I quit my job at TikTok at age 30 to travel. There was no way I was going to stay — the freedom is worth it.
A former legal counsel for TikTok quit her job in 2023 to travel the world on a motorbike, seeking adventure and personal growth with her partner.
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OpenAI salaries revealed: How much the ChatGPT maker pays AI researchers, engineers, and other key roles
See how much OpenAI paid in 2025, with some AI researchers earning over $600,000. Salary data shows pay ranges across over 160 roles.
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The 15 deadliest jobs in America
New Bureau of Labor Statistics data showed logging workers, fishing and hunting workers, and roofers had high fatal work injury rates in 2024.
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Poor judgment or a principled stand? Susan Rice's spat with Trump dissected
Governance watchers say Susan Rice's critique of Donald Trump is complicating Netflix's bid for Warner Bros., while others call her stance principled.
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After painful lessons as a child star, JoJo Siwa is reclaiming her multimillion-dollar brand
"Dance Moms" star JoJo Siwa opens up about growing up in the industry and reclaiming the multimillion-dollar bow empire she built as a child star.
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My 12-year-old has made over $5,000 selling stickers she designed. She's donated part of her earnings to local charities.
A parent shares how his daughter turned her drawings into a sticker business, earning over $5,000 while learning entrepreneurship and giving back.
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I quit my dream job in the US to move to Spain. Over a year later, I still don't know if it was the right decision.
I'm an American who gave up my dream career in the United States to move to Spain and become a freelancer. The cons sometimes outweigh the pros.
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My dad died at 56 and never made it to retirement. The 3 lessons he taught me changed my own plans and perspective.
My dad died young at 56 and never got to retire. The lessons he taught me changed my views on retirement and how I'm planning for my financial future.
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I pivoted from software engineering to AI. Taking a job at a startup and moving to San Francisco transformed my career.
An AI engineer at StackAI says moving to San Francisco and spending hours studying every day made a big difference in his career.
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My company announced a return-to-office policy a few weeks ago. It's already affecting my relationship with my partner.
My partner and I built an easy life together when we both worked from home. With my RTO mandate, we have to be more intentional with our relationship.
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I did Y Combinator in 2016 and 2025. The first time felt more 'family-style.'
Quang Hoang did Y Combinator twice: In 2016 for Birdly and in 2025 for Vybe. He said that his first experience was more "family-style."
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I work in recruiting tech. Here's how the smartest candidates use AI differently in their job search.
A longtime HR pro says AI is making everyone's résumé look the same, when it can provide job seekers with so much more value.
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I'm a startup founder who allows a dog in the office. It's become our best productivity hack.
When a startup founder allowed an employee's dog to start coming to the office, she had no idea he would become their biggest productivity hack.
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What to do after a layoff, from dealing with your 401(k) and health insurance to negotiating severance
Layoffs are often stressful. Find out what to do if you lose your job, including financial strategies and tips for effective networking.
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You could burn through $50,000 covering an unemployment stint in today's market
A typical job search now lasts almost three months. Many Americans aren't financially prepared for that.
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