Spotify testing freemium e-learning video courses
E-learning video courses are Spotifyβs next offering as the service pushes for better subscriber retention and growth. Third parties like Skillshare and BBC Maestro are on board and a freemium model will generate new revenue β if people take to the idea. Remember when Spotify was purely a music streaming...
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New study suggests Gen Z are welcoming βpost-truth media ageβ
A large study into the UKβs media habits has found that Gen Z are less interested in traditional news outlets and more likely to opt for social media platforms, despite trusting their content less. Gen Zers are less likely to use traditional media outlets such as BBC News and...
Question β Do you need to be rich to start a business?
Wondering whether you need to be financially-backed and well connected to get your business ventures going? Our career coach gives some advice to help you get started. Question: Do I need to be rich and connected to start my own business? (Cameron, Phoenix) Absolutely not. Donβt let not being rich or...
How βmoney dysmorphiaβ is driving Gen Z into debt
Recent research has revealed that almost half of young people today are obsessed with the idea of being rich because theyβre comparing themselves to wealthy social media influencers. And, in an attempt to keep up, theyβre making poor financial decisions and spending far beyond their means. According to recent research...
Question β Is it worth studying for a Masters?
Wondering whether you should look into getting a Masters degree? Our career coach offers up some advice to help you make the big decision. Question: How do I decide whether itβs worth studying for a Masters or not? Will it improve my chances of getting a better paid job? (Carmen,...
The taxman is coming for your resale side hustle
Those looking to make a buck through resale platforms including Vinted, eBay, and Depop will now have their earnings taxed by HMRC. Can we have anything at this point? So, you wish to supplement your national insurance contribution, rent, road tax, pension, student loan, and eye-watering living expenses with a...
Question β Which work experiences should I take as an aspiring biologist?
Wondering where you should be looking to improve your CV before you jump into work as a biologist? Our career coach gives some top advice. Question: What work experience opportunities could I look for to help my chances of getting a job as a biologist? Iβm still in high school and I think there are restrictions on what lab work I can do at my age. β Neha, Delhi Itβs...
Question β What should I consider when moving abroad for work?
Considering relocating? Here is some advice from our career coach on switching countries for work. Question: What are some relocating tips and tricks for when moving country for your job? Snigdha, Singapore I asked some folks in my network who have relocated what their tips were. Their advice is divided into three categories, which Iβm going to call practical, personal and spiritual. Practical Research, ahead of time, the tax system, the healthcare...
Question β How can I become a good entrepreneur?
Wondering how to become a good entrepreneur? Our career coach gives a lowdown on the preparation you can make to help boost your chances of success. Question: What qualities do I need to be a good entrepreneur one day, and is there anything I can do now to work on them and be prepared? β Praise, Nairobi Thereβs plenty of advice about entrepreneurship online, and the quality is really mixed,...
Question β What should I expect to be paid working in media?
Wondering where your salary expectations should lie when entering a media role? Our career coach gives a little advice on why being specific could help. Question: What are salaries like in the media industry? Everyone says creative jobs pay badly. β Sabikun, Dhaka I get a lot of questions like this: What are salaries like in the media industry? What does it take to get a green job? Can I...
