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Search and chat provider Perplexity AI has launched a new shopping assistant with the potential to disrupt ecommerce marketing, advertising, and search engine optimization. Perplexity’s “Buy with Pro” feature combines product research with one-click checkout and free shipping, making online shopping easy for American consumers who never have to leave that website or app to complete the purchase. The feature also includes “Snap to Shop,” a visual shopping tool not unlike Google Lens. A Pro subscriber can take a picture of a product and have Perplexity source it. Perplexity’s AI will also customize recommendations and guide shoppers to specific products.…

The team at Solo Health is available to help you every step of the way, from the discovery phase through the plan establishment process. You can reach them via email at [email protected], Call/Text: (888) 655-4053, or you can pick a time and schedule a consultation virtually, or in-person every Wednesday at the Freelancers Hub.As a member of Freelancers Union, securing the right health coverage for 2025 is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. With so many options available, it’s essential to take the time to fully explore what’s out there. At Healthy Business Group (HBG), the business behind…

Kevin Dahlstrom once paid cash for a $211,000 Porsche. He was in his 30s, living in Texas, holding down high-powered corporate marketing jobs, such as with Mr. Cooper, a mortgage services company, and Elevate, a credit solutions firm. He says the Porsche created more stress than joy and started his practice of minimalism — letting go of material things. In his 40s he chucked it all, moved his family to Colorado, and focused on “a more meaningful and balanced life.” He and I recently spoke. He shared his evolution — from money-seeking to happiness, purpose, rock climbing, and more. Our…

Certificates of Deposit (CDs) are not to be confused with the compact discs we used to buy to listen to music, update computer software, or play games. Kids these days will not understand the psychological and emotional damage that came with finding a scratch or smug on the shiny side of those discs! No, what we are discussing here are the products banks offer to the public and in return for locking up your money with them, they will offer you interest on your money.What Are CDs?Remember when we spoke about bank accounts?CDs are just another way for the bank…

The technology powering mobile airline boarding passes also enables push notifications for retail marketers. Mobile wallet passes are digital representations of tickets, boarding passes, and cards for auto insurance, loyalty programs, coupons, and memberships. Stored within mobile wallet applications such as Apple Wallet, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay, these passes allow consumers to access and use them directly from their smartphones, streamlining transactions, improving security, and avoiding physical alternatives. Marketing Opportunity Wallet passes also work for brick-and-mortar and ecommerce shops, with three key features: persistent storage, updates, and push notifications. Consider an airline boarding pass. A traveler checks in remotely…

Have additional questions about the CTA? Get them answered in our webinar on November 6th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-the-corporate-transparency-act-for-freelancers-tickets-1063343883179The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which went into effect on January 1, 2024, has significant implications for freelancers and all business owners. This new regulation requires most businesses to report information about their owners to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) using a Beneficial Owners Information report (BOI). This is completely separate from any tax filings you must file. There are also significant penalties for not filing the BOI report under the CTA.The first deadlines for filing a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report under this new law are fast approaching (January 1, 2025) which means it’s time for…

Bing continues to develop AI-powered search solutions. It provides the index for OpenAI’s SearchGPT, launched last month. In July, it created its own version of Google’s AI Overviews called “Generative Search.” Last week, Bing published optimization guidelines for AI-powered search engines. The post advised marketers to focus on query intent while recognizing that keywords inform intent. Here’s how to do that for today’s search engines. Keywords Remain Fundamental The main takeaway from Bing’s guidelines aligns with traditional search engine optimization: put a searcher first. Satisfy the person behind a query and worry less about keyword matching or prominence. Nonetheless, much of…

Since you don’t see the immediate benefit, life insurance is often forgotten as a way to earn passive income. The best way to think about it is to categorize it among your retirement accounts which can grow in value tax-deferred as you invest in it but does have withdrawal rules that must be followed. There are a number of options with life insurance so you should consult with an insurance broker/agent to meet your needs.What is Life Insurance?Insurance companies offer to send you or your loved ones money in the event of a particular incident to handle the expenses associated…

Based on expert projections and the latest economic data, the 2024 holiday shopping season has the potential to be a good one for online retailers. The National Retail Federation says a record 183.4 million Americans plan to shop in physical stores and online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year. That would be up from the previous record of 182 million in 2023. For the entire holiday season, NRF projects that the internet will again be the top shopping destination for holiday shoppers, with 57% of U.S. consumers planning to do at least some of their holiday shopping online.…

Balancing a freelance career is a juggling act that requires skill, creativity and dedication. As a remote worker, you enjoy the freedom to choose your hours and your office. However, this flexibility comes with a few challenges, especially when you add taking care of kids into the mix.Between client deadlines, family responsibilities and trying to maintain some semblance of work-life balance, it can feel overwhelming. Here’s the good news — you can create a thriving freelance career while being present for your family.Create a Schedule That Works for Your FamilyYour freelance schedule shouldn’t fight against your family’s natural rhythm —…