Quick Takes: Predictions for 2026 (That I'll Regret Making)
I'm making predictions anyway. Some will be right. Most won't. Here's what I think 2026 actually looks like.
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Business & Entrepreneurship
A focused shelf of PickyFox posts on business & entrepreneurship.
Starter Pack: Freelancing on the Side (While Keeping Your Day Job)
You don't need to quit your job to start freelancing. Here's the practical starter pack for moonlighting strategically while keeping your paycheck intact.
The Uncomfortable Math of Freelance Hourly Rates
Your hourly rate isn't just about billable hours. Here's the real cost of undercharging, and why your math is probably wrong.
Why Everyone Wants to Be a Creator (And Why Most Shouldn't)
The creator economy sounds liberating. But for most people, it's a detour away from what actually builds wealth and stability.
Quick Takes: Hot Takes on 2025's Biggest Tech Hype
Everyone's losing their minds over 2025's hottest tech trends. Here's what's actually useful and what's just expensive theater.
How to Handle a Bad Client Without Losing Your Cool (Or Your Money)
Vampire clients don't announce themselves. Here's how to spot them, handle them, and - when necessary - fire them without torching the relationship.
The Solopreneur's Guide to Not Burning Out by March
You don't have to hit the ground at full sprint on January 2nd. Here's how to pace yourself so you're still standing come spring.
My Actual Tech Stack for Running a One-Person Business
Not the hyped tools. The unglamorous software that keeps a solo operation running without melting your brain or your wallet.
Books That Actually Explain How Business Works
Most business books teach optimism. These teach operations. Here are the books that explain the actual mechanics of how business works - not mindset, not motivation, just how.
The Email Newsletter Nobody Asked For (But Everybody Needs)
Email newsletters are the most underrated distribution channel because they don't require you to chase an algorithm or beg for engagement.
Quick Takes: 5 Trends I'm Watching (And 3 I'm Ignoring)
Some trends are actually shifting how smart people work. Others are just noise. Here's which is which - and why your skepticism is your best filter.
The Freelancer's Guide to Not Going Insane in December
December hits different when you're freelance. Here's how to survive the year-end crunch without losing yourself - or your income.