3 Hard Business Lessons I Learned in 2024

North Dakota's Treysen Eaglestaff posts NCAA D-I season-high 51 points in upset win over South Dakota State

Eaglestaff is the fifth player in Summit League history with a 50-point game and it was the fourth in school history.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8

Bestselling author: This simple routine helps me feel happy and energized when I'm tired from work—I do it 'every week'

Mel Robbins says her 7-step, weekly reset can help you get rid of the Sunday scaries and feel fulfilled. Here's how to do it.

CNBC - Mar. 8

'I texted him right away and said, "Are you crazy?"': Why Terry Francona and Bruce Bochy ditched retirement to manage again

Rounds of golf and relaxing vacations weren't enough to keep two skippers in their 60s away from the game for long.

ESPN - Mar. 10

I have 5 income streams and make over $1 million from Amazon alone: My No. 1 advice for starting a side hustle

Mind Brain Emotion founder and CEO Dr. Jenny Woo shares the strategies that helped make her side hustle a success.

CNBC - Mar. 10

5 secrets to living a long, happy life with no regrets from 100-year-old sisters: 'I don’t think of anything as ordinary—everything is a miracle'

Shirley Hodes, 108, and Ruth Sweedler, 105, called "the oldest living pair of sisters in the USA," passed away this winter. They set an example for how to live well.

CNBC - Mar. 10

My husband plans to leave his estate to his adult son, who steals his credit card to gamble online. What can I do?

“Dementia runs in my husband’s family. My husband’s son has been known to take money from his dad without permission.”

MarketWatch - Mar. 11

Max Fried ready to step up for Yankees after losing Gerrit Cole: 'I can't try to fill anyone else's shoes'

With Cole out for the year with Tommy John surgery, all eyes are on the newly signed Fried

CBS Sports - Mar. 11

‘I Just Wanted To Get Back At Him’: Maple Leafs’ Matthew Knies Explains Thought Process Behind Fight With Golden Knights’ Zach Whitecloud

Matthew Knies didn’t waste any time settling the score with Zach Whitecloud on March 5.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

‘I’m deeply disturbed’: My portfolio lost 20%. With Trump’s trade war, do I sell my stocks and buy gold?

“With the current state of domestic and global affairs, I’m at a loss as to how to keep my economic stability in check.”

MarketWatch - 4d

Dick Vitale breaks down while reflecting on cancer battle in last game of season: 'I'm praying I can be back next year'

One of college basketball's legendary voices was in tears at the end of the ACC championship game.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

I almost bought a $600K house, but a neighbor told me it has an ‘unsafe’ extension with no foundation. Does the seller have a duty to reveal this?

“The next-door neighbor was going to buy it, but the seller warned him off.”

MarketWatch - 2d

How Do You Prevent Your Employees From Quitting? It Comes Down to the Same 6 Words I Tell My Coaching Clients

This simple practice is a sign of a good leader.

Inc. - 1d

My husband has dementia and will need care. Will Medicaid go after my money if I use it to pay off our mortgage?

“We still have around $300,000 left on our mortgage.”

MarketWatch - 22h

'I was always put in the back seat': New Cowboys CB Kaiir Elam confident he'll succeed after trade from Bills

The former first-round pick is getting a fresh start

CBS Sports - 21h

I’m 63 and planning to retire in a few months. I watched in horror as the markets tanked. Will $1 million get me to my 90s?

“Both my parents lived to 98.”

MarketWatch - 5h

‘In their last days, our parents changed their will’: They left me $250,000, but gave my sister $1 million. What should I do?

“How many people maintain a relationship with their siblings after their parents died?”

MarketWatch - 2h

A Muslim Athlete Needed Modest Sportswear. Now She Sells It to Others.

Seeking balance between religion and comfort while playing basketball, Kiandra Browne realized there was a need for better apparel. Her small business is helping fill it.

The New York Times - Mar. 6

Walgreens to Be Acquired by Sycamore Partners in $10 Billion Deal

Shares of Walgreens Boots Alliance have lost about half their value in the past year, as the chain has faced pressure in its retail and pharmacy businesses.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Positive Job Numbers in February Don’t Erase Worries About the Economy

Official data showed businesses added 151,000 new jobs last month, outpacing January but unlikely to allay rising fears of slowing growth.

Inc. - Mar. 7

Trump Organization Sues Capital One for Closing Its Accounts

President Trump’s family business accused the bank of violating consumer protection laws by closing its accounts in the aftermath of the Jan. 6 attack.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Goodyear Tire's transformation plan is underway — in the sky and on the ground

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is facing a rapidly changing business with new technologies and increased competition from low-cost countries such as China.

CNBC - Mar. 9

Tariffs could deal a blow to Chinatowns that have no choice but to import cultural goods, locals say

In Chinatowns across the country, people worry about the potential damage to business, loss of cultural traditions and the already high rates of poverty in these immigrant communities.

NBC News - Mar. 9

A Resilient Team Culture Starts With Leadership

A truly thriving business isn’t just about hitting targets or streamlining operations. It’s also about cultivating a resilient, values-driven culture.

Inc. - Mar. 9

Treasury yields fall as investors weigh the state of the U.S. economy

U.S. Treasury yields inched lower on Monday as investors await a busy week of key economic data, and consider the state of the U.S. economy.

CNBC - Mar. 10

AI made its way to vineyards. Here's how the technology is helping make your wine

As AI continues to grow, experts say that the wine industry is proof that businesses can integrate the technology efficiently to supplement labor without displacing a workforce

ABC News - Mar. 10

Japan to Send Trade Minister to the U.S. Amid Tariff Tensions

The minister, Yoji Muto, is expected to negotiate with U.S. officials ahead of global tariffs that could damage Japanese businesses, including automotive giants.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Who Likes Tariffs? Some U.S. Industries Are Eager for Them.

Concern about the cost of materials has tempered business enthusiasm about taxing imports. But steel and aluminum makers say they welcome the help.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Stocks Drop as Recession Fears Surface

The S&P skidded 2.7 percent, amid investor fears that tit-for-tat tariffs could raise prices, slow the economy and sow uncertainty among businesses.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Trump is targeting China-made containerships in new flank of global economic war on the oceans

China dominates shipbuilding for the ocean freight market, and President Trump has plans to exact economic punishment to bring the business back to the U.S.

CNBC - Mar. 11

Here are the U.S. states that get electricity from Ontario, as Trump’s trade war gets new twist

The latest skirmish in U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war is highlighting how the Canadian province of Ontario provides electricity to some American homes and businesses.

MarketWatch - 6d

Irish, undocumented, and unsure of their future in Trump's America

They run businesses. They tend bars. They pay taxes. But still they live in fear. There are thousands of undocumented Irish immigrants in America today, and some of them shared their stories.

CBS News - 6d

NBA Stars Like Jalen Brunson Enlist Social Media Surrogates to Expand Reach in China

Companies like East Goes Global serve as social media surrogates for players, expanding their reach, creating business opportunities and pushing for All-Star votes.

The New York Times - 5d

Former mafia godfather shot dead on highway in France

Jean-Pierre Maldera died after he was shot in his car in the middle of a busy highway near the French city of Grenoble, officials said.

CBS News - 5d

Analysts love Intel’s CEO choice — but not enough to recommend buying the stock

Lip-Bu Tan is seen as a “transformative” leader who will move to cut costs. But both halves of Intel’s business require major fixes.

MarketWatch - 4d

Warriors hammer Kings to push win streak to six straight, 130-104

On a night where Steph Curry made history, the Warriors handled business against the Kings in blowout fashion for their sixth straight win, 130-104.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

2025 NFL draft: Saints head coach spotted scouting at Georgia Bulldogs pro day

The New Orleans Saints are busy on the pro day circuit before the 2025 NFL draft. Kellen Moore was spotted scouting prospects at Georgia's pro day.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

D.C. housing market shows signs of cracks amid mass federal layoffs

The supply of homes for sale across the nation always rises ahead of the busy spring market, but the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area is seeing an outsized increase, according to Realtor.com.

NBC News - 4d

With Chaos in Charge, It’s Not a Good Time to Add Workers

A recession looms, yet the Trump administration makes business planning impossible. But if you need to fill in, there are plenty of experienced federal workers available.

Inc. - 4d

Futurist Amy Webb Has Some Advice for Founders on How to Plan for What Lies Ahead

Amy Webb joined Inc. to discuss her 2025 Tech Trends report and how business leaders can stay the course in uncertain times.

Inc. - 3d

The Rising Cost of Trump’s Chaos

Confusion over trade policy is a drag on the economy as businesses slow hiring and reduce investments. Four entrepreneurs explain exactly how they’re being hit.

Inc. - 3d

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