Sign up for our weekly Unstuck newsletter at https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/newsletter/ Here at SPI, we talk a lot about how the riches are in the niches—and Victoria Moll of Contempo Coding is living, breathing proof of the power of niche marketing! Victoria has generated a steady six-figure income and a huge YouTube following in the niche field of medical coding, mainly through her YouTube channel. Does it get much more niche-y than that? Early in 2024, Victoria joined Pat on the SPI Podcast to share how she’s built a thriving business that’s allowed her to quit her day job—one she’s running on…
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Lance Katigbak —VANESSA B. HIDALGO What is the Filipino dream? “In a world where nations often rally around a unifying vision—the American Dream, the Chinese Dream—it is peculiar that the Philippines, the 13th most populous country on the globe, lacks a clear articulation of its own,” says Julian Cua, managing director at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Manila in the “The Filipino Dream” report. Article continues after this advertisement BCG initiated in late 2024 a survey on what constitutes “The Filipino Dream,” drawing insights from 1,484 individuals across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The report was authored by Anthony Oundjian, Julian Cua,…
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Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, has projected a significant increase in the value of Bitcoin BTC/USD. This anticipated surge is linked to the tariff policies of President Donald Trump. What Happened: On X Hayes stated that the sell-off of US treasuries and the rise in 10-year bond yields could trigger more money printing. This factor has been known to ignite significant Bitcoin rallies in the past. Hayes also indicated that the devaluation of China’s yuan due to central bank money printing could encourage investors to transfer their wealth into Bitcoin as a safeguard. He added that banks might be given a Supplementary Leverage Ratio (SLR) exemption, a proposal…
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We’re conditioned to believe that sleep is the ultimate cure for exhaustion. And while getting a solid eight hours is undeniably essential for physical health, many people wake up feeling just as tired as when they went to bed. Why? Because not all tiredness is solved with sleep. Your brain, which is constantly processing, planning, reacting, and creating, needs more than just physical rest. It craves deeper, more nuanced kinds of restoration. And if you’re feeling unfocused, irritable, creatively blocked, or emotionally drained, you may be missing out on exactly the type of rest your mind is silently begging for.…
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A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection anywhere along the urinary system — typically the bladder. It’s usually characterized by burning during urination, pelvic pressure, an urgent need to urinate and cloudy or strong-smelling urine. But when those symptoms are absent, and doctors still prescribe antibiotics, the consequences are often serious. Antibiotics disrupt the gut microbiome, leave patients vulnerable to new infections like C. diff and accelerate the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Older adults are especially at risk of misdiagnosed UTIs, but anyone can be affected by this misdiagnosis epidemic. Doctors Rely Too Heavily on Urine Tests and Miss…
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AUGUSTA, Ga. — The Augusta National Golf Club has announced that the total prize money for professionals competing in the 2025 Masters Tournament is $21 million, up one million from last year, when Scottie Scheffler won his second Green Jacket. Whoever wins this year’s Masters Tournament will receive $4.2 million, a Green Jacket, and a replica of the Clubhouse Trophy. The club will award the second-place finisher with $2.268 million. Based on last year’s majors, The Masters ranked only behind the U.S. Open in total prize money. The 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 had a purse of $21.5…
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Key Takeaways Market Insight: Understanding the gym industry and current market trends, such as the rise of online classes and boutique fitness studios, is essential for making informed business decisions. Target Audience Identification: Clearly defining your target audience based on demographics and fitness goals enhances marketing effectiveness and customer acquisition. Structured Planning: A solid business plan, outlining your gym’s vision, services, and financial projections, is crucial for guiding growth and securing funding. Location and Equipment Choices: Selecting a prime location and essential gym equipment, like cardio and strength training tools, significantly impacts customer attraction and retention. Effective Marketing Strategies: Building…
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The Trump administration has directed the NIH to study the physical and mental health effects of gender transitioning. The treatments can include taking hormones such as testosterone as well as surgeries. Rory Doyle for The Washington Post/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Rory Doyle for The Washington Post/Getty Images The Trump administration has ordered the National Institutes of Health to study the physical and mental health effects of undergoing gender transition, according to an internal NIH memo obtained by NPR. The directive was shared with NPR by two current NIH staffers who did not want to be identified for fear…
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Disclosure: Our goal is to feature products and services that we think you’ll find interesting and useful. If you purchase them, Entrepreneur may get a small share of the revenue from the sale from our commerce partners. The trend of modern software requiring a constant paid subscription has hit businesses hard. When you need apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on every computer in your office, that usually means paying subscription fees across the board. It adds up, and you’re never done paying. The alternative is to make a larger investment on day one to avoid the constant cost later…
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MANILA, Philippines — “Heavy online operations” were boosting the chances of senatorial bets aligned with former President Rodrigo Duterte and “focusing on issues” were likewise helping independent candidates Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan and Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV. This was according to Arjan Aguirre, a political science assistant professor at the Ateneo de Manila University, in a statement on Saturday. This came after pollster Pulse Asia showed pro-Duterte bets actor Philip Salvador and SAGIP party-list Rep. Rodante Marcoleta as well as Katipunan ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino candidate Bam Aquino cracking the “Magic 12” in its March 23-29 survey. Article continues after this…