Stand Out as an Economics Student

I’m starting a series of videos about how to make the most of your economics education. Spoiler: it’s not about your grades. In fact, economics tells us it’s impossible to stand out with grades. If you want to understand why, watch this week’s video.

Start Doing Research

One of the ways you can stand out is to start doing research. Last week I published an article where I argue today is the best time to start self-directed research. If you’re interested, you can read the essay here. I argue that students can easily start doing research thanks to technological advancements.

Rising eCommerce site

I’m not sure if I’ve been in the dark, but there’s a rising Chinese eCommerce site called Pinduoduo. It’s major innovation is social buying, where friends join in groups to buy products. If you’re interested in learning about the company, check out this newsletter.

Marshmello Hustling

I love reading inspiring hustle stories. If you’re a fan of Marshmello, you’ll like how he and his manager built their success.