Books and Business: The Teen Entrepreneur’s Balancing Act

Being a teen entrepreneur can be a daunting task, even in the summertime. But add school, extracurricular activities, and a social life, and juggling everything at once can feel downright impossible. Yet with the right mindset, careful time management, and … read more

At Biz Kid$, we’ve made our share of complaints about the lack of financial literacy taught in schools. But the reality is that, while more cut-and-dry money talk in classrooms would be a fabulous development, plenty of the lessons taught … read more

Zuckerberg vs. Musk: A Tale of Two Titans

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk are undoubtedly two of society’s most influential entrepreneurial legends. The two visionaries have reshaped entire industries, redefined success, and become icons for aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide. As rumors of a fight … read more

Meet the Brains Behind Barbie

This month, it seems the entire world has been bathed in shades of pink. One of the biggest box office hits in years, Barbie has sent fans to theaters in droves – and offered a reminder to us all the … read more

As Summer Slips Away, Get Time on Your Side

Summer is almost complete. Now how about those summertime goals, Biz Kid? Chances are, your list of summertime vacation ambitions still leaves many items unchecked. Don’t fret. And definitely don’t throw in the towel. Instead, prioritize. As the days for … read more

Scooping Up Success: Ice Cream Entrepreneurs

One of the sweetest parts about being a young entrepreneur is the opportunity to turn a childhood passion into a profitable business. Case in point: ice cream. We’ve had the joy of featuring several ice cream entrepreneurs on Biz Kid$. … read more

4 Ways to Make Money on Social Media

Many teens’ lists of ambitions share a common goal: gaining fame on social media. While the appeal of making money from being, well…liked…is obvious, the reality can be much more complex (and potentially disappointing.) But that doesn’t mean there isn’t … read more

Unpacking the Buzz Behind AI

The terms “generative AI,” “artificial intelligence,” and “ChatGPT” have been flying around in a frenzy for the last several months, with everyone from tech journalists to grandparents claiming the end of the world as we know it. So what’s all … read more

5 Keys to Snagging a Summer Job in 2023

If you blinked, you may have missed it. June is here! With it, the start of teenage employment season. One headline described the state of summer employment this way: “Summer jobs are plentiful for those who want to work.” So … read more

Fashion & Fortune: An Inseparable Bond

The hottest ticket in (bizarre) fashion got $20,000 more expensive this year. Tickets to the 2023 Met Gala were an eye-popping $50,000 each. And no, forking over five figures doesn’t grant you admission alone. The pricey sum is due only … read more

Profiting from Play: Making Money in Sports

Last week, news broke that a bidding war had erupted over a hockey team – the Ottawa Senators, to be precise. The bidders weren’t your typical unknown billionaires, either. In the running are two of the biggest names in media: … read more

To Dream Big, Start Small

Becoming an entrepreneur is no small feat. But doing so as a kid or teen? That can be downright daunting. One of the biggest hurdles to taking an idea to market is the giant leap required to transform a sketch … read more