Success Stories

Venture capitalist Michael Moritz of Sequoia Capital revealed an extraordinary anecdote about Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) co-founder Bill Gates that perfectly captures the obsessive focus that drove one of America’s most successful tech entrepreneurs to billionaire status. What Happened:...

Reddit, Inc. (NYSE:RDDT) is known for its sprawling communities and viral "Ask Me Anything" posts. Its journey has also been filled with quirky milestones and lesser-known stories.  As Reddit turns 20 years old, it remains a hub for both mainstream news and the internet's most obscure trivia.  Here...

Retiring early could be a dream for many. Allison Esposito Medina was one of many who was able to retire early. Before re-entering the workforce years later, Medina wanted to make sure that she focused on a work-life balance that fit her new lifestyle. What Happened: Medina lasted only five months...

Legendary Investor Warren Buffett had an extreme fear of public speaking in his younger days. If it weren’t for a $100 college course he took when he was 20 years old, the “Oracle of Omaha” might have shorted his own success. What To Know: Buffett had an extreme fear of public...

Rent or mortgage payments tend to be the biggest monthly expenses we face, but one savvy homeowner found a way to turn her house payments into a steady source of passive income. What To Know: CNBC contributor Precious Price built a luxury tiny home in her backyard for around $35,000 so she could...

Investor and SPAC King Chamath Palihapitiya has conducted job interviews for thousands of people over the years for his various companies. During an episode of the All-In Podcast, Palihapitiya shared the one question he asks potential job candidates in an attempt to filter out potential applicants...

Side hustles can provide an extra source of income, a second job or a part-time job with flexible hours for those in need of any of the following. While many side hustles can take time to pay off, a 27-year-old who made $700,000 in one year shared advice on how to look for side gigs and make them...

In 2006, a young rocket enthusiast from New Zealand traveled to the United States to show off his experiments to NASA. He was hoping to walk away with an internship, but he was instead escorted off the premises. That was all the motivation he needed. He quickly returned home, drew a logo on a...

1. She's the Youngest Self-Made Female Billionaire in the World At just 30 years old, Lucy Guo has surpassed Taylor Swift to become the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Her net worth, estimated at around $1.3 billion, is largely due to her early stake in Scale AI. Guo’s wealth...

Frederick W. "Fred" Smith, whose Yale term paper sketching a coast-to-coast overnight-delivery network drew only a "C," used the same blueprint six years later to launch Federal Express (NYSE:FDX), upending global logistics and making him a billionaire. Smith died Saturday, June 21, in Memphis at...

Having knowledge of unique sectors and niches may help provide answers to others exploring topics in that area. A unique knowledge of antiques helped Nora Curl turn her side hustle into a full-time job. “On weekends, I would go to auction houses, museums, junk stores with friends and just...

Side hustles have risen in popularity in recent years with many offering flexibility on hours and the ability to earn extra income or turn them into full-time jobs. Here’s the most important advice from a 25-year-old who tried 23 different side ventures before finally starting his own company...

Actor Ryan Reynolds may be best known for his role in movies like the "Deadpool" franchise, which brings in billions of dollars at the box office. Outside of movies, Reynolds is also becoming increasingly known for his investing and entrepreneurship thanks to a series of billion-dollar companies. A...

In a recent episode of “The Playbook,” a video series by Sports Illustrated and Entrepreneur, billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban expressed his views on the concept of work-life balance, particularly for those striving to excel in their respective fields. What Happened: Cuban dismissed...

Last week, during a podcast, Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL), shared his insights on leadership, admitting that while he gets frustrated and angry, he has learned that losing his temper isn't productive and that silence can often be more effective. What Happened: In...