Read 46 pitch decks that creator-economy startups used to raise millions of dollars

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Dub
Dub, a fintech startup that lets people copy influencers' stock trades, raised a $30 million Series A round in 2025.

Dub

I left Big Law at 29 to become a rabbi, then changed careers again at 40. Here's what I learned about finding the perfect job.

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Justin Pines in front of JBS sign
Justin Pines is the CEO of the Jewish Broadcasting Service, an international Jewish TV network.

JBS

Your guide to gig work, whether it's your side hustle or main source of income

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A bicycle courier from Uber Eats rides his bicycle during the heatwave in Utrecht
Delivering food or driving passengers for Uber isn't the only type of gig work anymore.

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Gig work has never been more widespread — and more challenging.

I am training AI to do my investment analyst job. It's a bet on job security.

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Alexander Vasylenko
AI trainer Alexander Vasylenko.

Alexander Vasylenko

After 3 tech layoffs, I knew I had to lean into being a founder

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Kelly Withers
Kelly Withers

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I run a $130,000-a-week burnout clinic for CEOs. After my life started to fall apart, I burned out too.

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Jan Gerber

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This essay is based on a conversation with Jan Gerber, 44, who runs the Paracelsus Recovery clinic in Zurich. Business Insider has verified his admission to another Swiss clinic for burnout. The piece has been edited for length and clarity.

The gig economy is moving to Florida, just like everyone else

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Miami
Miami has quickly grown as a hot spot for independent professionals.

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I'm 22 and worth $25 million. I don't regret sacrificing sleep, friendships, and college parties to get here.

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Emil Barr sits reclined in a chair, wearing a black suit.
Emil Barr, who is a multi-millionaire at age 22.

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Seven-figure livestream sellers explain how to get started in 2 steps

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val zapata
Val Zapata turned her sneaker-collecting hobby into a seven-figure business.

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I get paid to wait in line for everything from sample sales to celebrity trials. I've learned there are 2 key things people will pay for.

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Gigi Principe
Principe became a line-sitter in 2023.

Gigi Principe

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