It was long thought to be a myth and dismissed by big tech companies. But experts have revealed how listening into your conversations has become a multi-billion dollar industry. Earlier this week, a leak from a leading marketing firm appeared to confirm how companies use microphones on your smart devices to eavesdrop before selling the data to […]
Janet Blaser reflects on the five years since her retirement. Like many retirees, she has had ample time for contemplation. The decision to trade the bustling life of California for a more tranquil existence in Mazatlán, Mexico, has provided her with the opportunity to ponder the essentials. At the age of 67, Janet often contemplates
Charlie Munger passed away on November 28 at the age of 99. These reflections on his life and career, penned for CNBC Make It, stand as some of his final writings. While my children and grandchildren may not necessarily share my exact mindset, my aspiration is that they can view my life as an exemplar
Carly DeFelice, the creator of the online personal finance course Best Money Class Ever, has established herself as an expert saver and budgeter with significant achievements. Between her college graduation in 2008 and her 26th birthday, she not only paid off $35,000 in debt but also accumulated over $100,000 in investments. Now 38 and working
Becky Powell dedicates an average of 10 hours per week to crafting digital worksheets, available for purchase by fellow educators. The 41-year-old kindergarten teacher from Beaverton, Oregon, generated a total income of $125,500 through this venture last year, as per CNBC Make It’s review of relevant documents. Powell sells her literacy-focused worksheet booklets on Teachers