Figure out what you actually want to do, not what you think you should

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Beware "the tyranny of the should" when choosing a career.

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2 millennials explain their rules to avoid temptation and save money during 'no-spend January'

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Libby Brooks, left, and Ashlee White are trying to cut down on their spending this January.

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The best advice for female entrepreneurs from the founders of SoulCycle, Poppi, Halfdays, and more

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Julie Rice (L), the cofounder of SoulCycle, in discussion with Female Founder World creator Jasmine Garnsworthy (R).

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What it really means to work smarter, not harder

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Henry Blodget is the cofounder and executive chair of Business Insider.

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My famous TV-host boss chewed me out and taught me a searing lesson

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You wanted to see me, Mr. Dobbs?

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Early in my career, I made an embarrassing mistake.

Warren Buffett's advice for college students looking for a career: Don't focus on the money.

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Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger hold court at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting every year in Omaha. Munger has died at age 99.

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Hate your job but can't quit? A career expert says you should do 5 things to change your attitude around work

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You may hate your job, but you can't quit.

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Insider Today: Judging an AI career coach

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Welcome to the rabbit hole of agony aunt-killer subreddits, where users discuss money, love, and villainy

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In this photo illustration, the Reddit logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.

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I’m a ‘mom for hire’ who charges $40 an hour. I've given dating advice, shared chicken soup recipes, and even taught a guy how to iron.

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Nina Keneally.

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