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Uber CEO: I've gotten 'unbelievably lucky in my career' because of this 1 character trait—it ‘opens you up to opportunity’ Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the character trait that helped him build a successful career is simple: He's always willing to explore new interests or meet new people.

Don’t tie yourself to a set career path, advises Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.

The 2014 hit-and-run that put a dent in Lloyd Ortuoste’s 2003 Subaru WRX only caused around $1,500 in damage, but it changed his life forever.

Here's how the accident led to the creation of a $450,000-a-year business: https://cnb.cx/45EeFYD

There's a fine line between self-care and escapism. Here's how to spot the difference, according to a therapist Sometimes what may seem like self-care can actually be escapism. Ask yourself these questions to spot the difference, says psychotherapist Stephanie Sarkis.

The same activity could be viewed as self-care or escapism depending on how it makes you feel.

43-year-old spent $5,000 to start a business in her NYC apartment kitchen—now it brings in $147 million a year Elizabeth Stein started Purely Elizabeth in 2009 with $5,000 in savings. 15 years later, the business brings in $147 million and major investor interest.

Here’s how Elizabeth Stein went from making muffin mixes in her New York apartment’s kitchen to building one of the country’s predominant granola brands.

Trump's budget bill made 529 college savings plans even more powerful—here's what it means for your money The 'big beautiful' budget bill expands the tax advantages of 529 accounts, vehicles that parents have traditionally used to save for their kids' college costs.

Here’s how the accounts work, and what expenses now qualify.

Why an 18-year-old turned down her dream school, UT Austin, for 'a university that nobody has heard of' Throughout high school, Lananh La had her heart set on attending the University of Texas at Austin. Here's why she wound up rejecting the school.

“I turned down my prestigious dream school for a university that nobody has heard of."

Food costs remain high—and could rise further with tariffs Coffee, eggs and beef are among the staples still seeing big year-over-year price jumps, and new tariffs could keep them elevated.

Even with no overall increase in food prices last month, Americans are still paying more for tariff-sensitive staples like coffee, sugar and bananas — and new import taxes could soon push those costs even higher.

12-year-old CEO's company has brought in over $100,000: 'It's been really, really amazing'—this is the best part Zoe Oli launched her doll company Beautiful Curly Me in 2019, when she was 7. The brand now includes books, puzzles, journals and natural hair care products.

Zoe Oli launched her doll company Beautiful Curly Me in 2019, when she was 7. The brand now includes books, puzzles, journals and natural hair care products.

For Tracee Ellis Ross, solo travel comes with a mixed bag of emotions: 'Joy, loneliness, grief, delight' Tracee Ellis Ross is solo traveling worldwide to connect more deeply with herself. Here's why a therapist says solo travel can lead to good and tough emotions.

"I wanna be the poster child for being and inhabiting your own skin."

Couples who 'truly trust' each other regularly use these 7 phrases, says Harvard-trained psychologist—they're 'relationship goals' In the happiest and most successful relationships, both people feel comfortable being themselves. Harvard-trained psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren shares the phrases that couples who feel safe and secure say to each other every day.

Couples who truly trust each other use seven phrases every day, and they should be relationship goals for all of us, according to Harvard-trained psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren.

The AI has the power to change your job responsibilities — or get rid of them altogether. See the full list of the 10 jobs that are the least AI-safe: https://cnb.cx/3Jdme0L

39-year-old millionaire: 4 things successful negotiators do to earn more money Crush Your Money Goals founder, former recruiter, and self-made millionaire Bernadette Joy shares her top negotiation secrets.

“Negotiating pay is easier said than done, especially if you’re battling impostor syndrome or other insecurities. These tips — my top negotiation secrets as a former recruiter — should help you approach this process with confidence.”

“It keeps you respectful, and it keeps you just like everybody else, because at the end of the day, we’re all the same, right? It’s just [that] some of us might be a little bit better, but we’re all really the same." https://cnb.cx/3UXrect

Millions of student loan borrowers may be headed for default: Here's who's most at risk—and how to avoid it Several factors could contribute to a coming wave of student loan defaults. Here's what borrowers can do.

Student loan payments can cost borrowers hundreds of dollars each month. But falling behind on those payments may wind up being even costlier.

'Captain America' star Anthony Mackie: 'We're lying to our kids' when we say success comes just from hard work—luck is key, too Marvel star Anthony Mackie says success has as much to do with luck and connections as with talent. Highly successful people like Mark Cuban agree.

“We tell [them] … if they do right and they make the good grades and they go to the programs, they will become successful. ‘If you work hard enough, your work will [pay off].’ And that’s not true.”

For many young people, especially Generation Z, what they were often told would be the greatest years of their lives has turned out to be something entirely different. https://cnb.cx/3JaVUUX

Bill Gates plans to close his foundation, give away nearly all of his fortune over 20 years: I don't want people to say, 'He died rich' Bill Gates will shut down the Gates Foundation and give away nearly all of his personal wealth over the next 20 years, the billionaire announced on Thursday.

Bill Gates will shut down the Gates Foundation and give away nearly all of his personal wealth over the next 20 years, the billionaire announced.

When it comes to job interviews, your body language can be just as crucial as your resume, says Benjamin Granger, chief workplace psychologist at software company Qualtrics.

Granger shares more body language tips in Smarter by CNBC Make It’s course, How to Ace Your Job Interview: bit.ly/3HbTFjQ

“I think a lot of people just don’t realize that cocktails with my girlfriends this day and brunch this day, and then I DoorDash with my partner another day, all of those expenses add up.” https://cnb.cx/45MSLU8

A simple LinkedIn strategy helped this 25-year-old land 3 final-round interviews in weeks Switching up your LinkedIn search strategy can help you bypass unhelpful listings and direct you straight to hiring managers.

“It really was so effective, and I was like, ‘How is this not something people are doing?’”

4 hidden tourist fees to know about before your next trip: 'It's important to be aware so there are no surprises,' travel expert says CNBC Make It spoke to several travel industry experts about fees that tourists should be aware of when planning a trip.

“They are legitimate fees and it’s important to be aware of those so there are no surprises at checkout.”

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Former CIA agent shares her No. 1 secret to a highly productive and successful week Former CIA agent, CEO and author Rupal Patel reveals the time management strategy that sets her up for success throughout the week.

"Now, I limit my expectations for the day and use Mondays as a warm-up for the rest of the week — and I’ve never been more productive."

“We hope that Sitch is global by 2030. That we have democratized access to having a matchmaker to help you make life’s most important decision.” https://cnb.cx/3UIrYSV

Steve Wozniak: When I die, these are the moments I want to remember—they don't involve co-founding Apple Your accomplishments won't make you happy in the end, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak said in a recent commencement speech. Here's what he says matters more.

At the end of his life, Steve Wozniak won’t measure his happiness by the size of Apple’s market cap or his personal net worth.

45-year-old mechanic quit his full-time job for his side hustle—now he makes $14,200 a month: My paycheck is 'very consistent’ Chris Pyle started a virtual mechanic side hustle on JustAnswer in 2006. Now, he works on the platform full-time and is using the earnings to build a house.

Chris Pyle spends the entirety of his workdays wearing a white tank top and boxer shorts, sitting in a recliner.

It’s an unusual setting for a mechanic, but a profitable one. Pyle started answering strangers’ questions about their gas and diesel engines on JustAnswer as a side hustle in 2006.

The Japanese art of 'forest bathing' can improve focus, lower stress: What it is and how to get the most benefit Forest bathing is becoming more and more popular. Here's what it is and how it can positively improve your mental health.

“It’s slowing down. It’s connecting to nature with all your senses. It’s just being in a natural setting and being present.”

She makes $550,000 a year. Her husband makes $60,000. Here's how it affects their relationship Geena and James have been enjoying life living on over $615,000 a year. But given 90% of that comes from Geena's salary, she wants her husband to step up.

Married couple Geena and James don’t always see eye-to-eye when it comes to money. Their main issue: how to navigate a vast income disparity.

Doug Barnard, 29, settled in Istanbul after spending years on the road as a travel YouTuber.

Take a look at how he lives his life in Istanbul at the link in bio. https://cnb.cx/3UqxCZB

Having a personal brand at work is key for introverts, expert says: ‘A lot of people underestimate’ them For introverts, personal branding can unlock a new level of career success, says expert Goldie Chan.

“I think a lot of people underestimate introverts in the workplace.”