Insider Today: Getting rich off Airbnb
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Welcome back to our Saturday edition! Studies suggest hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the latest anti-aging treatment, could have mental and physical benefits. But one doctor suggested some free alternatives to try first.
On the agenda:
- Gen Z's new side hustle: Getting rich off Airbnb.
- How Wall Street's movers and shakers spend their money.
- Basel, Switzerland is the perfect base to explore Europe.
- America is getting hammered on a "healthy" alternative to beer.
But first: Cuffing is on the agenda.
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This week's dispatch
Would you date your coworker?
Cuffing season — y'know, the time of year when it seems everyone is down to date more seriously — is upon us. And despite the many landmines to navigate dating successfully in the office, many will see someone at work who catches their eye.
To successfully "swipe right" in the office, there are some rules you should follow, according to two human resource professionals who spoke to Business Insider's Jordan Hart.
HR consultant Cheryl Swirnow said to ensure that both people "can maintain professionalism and navigate any potential challenges that arise." HR specialist Christopher Sheekey added to "take extra care to follow all workplace policies" — especially if you're dating a direct report.
Based on their advice, BI compiled best practices to keep your relationship out of HR's office. Minimize PDA, leave the relationship drama at home, and never badmouth your ex to coworkers.
Good luck, lovers.
Airbnb arbitrage
Gen Z has a new side hustle: Airbnb superhosting. On TikTok and Instagram, precocious twenty-somethings not-so-humbly brag about subletting their rentals, claiming to make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year.
Like modern incarnations of Dave Ramsey, they're also selling pricey courses promising to show you how to quit your job and get rich like them. Critics — and in some cases, the law — be damned.
Hey Airbnb, welcome to my crib.
Wall Street's favorite trends
With bonus season nearly upon us, BI took to the Street to find out how insiders spend their money. Trends vary by seniority, but there's one thing they all agree on: Loud luxury and logo-forward fashion are out.
Instead, finance's movers and shakers are splashing out on posh sporting events, home organizers, and handcrafted jewelry — among other things.
Six days in Basel
Basel, Switzerland is a traveler's dream. The streets are lined with medieval buildings, window displays are filled with Swiss delicacies, and historic art is around every corner.
The city is also located where Switzerland, France, and Germany converge, making it a convenient location for travel. BI's reporter spent a few days in Basel, and fell in love with the area's stunning nature and all its neighboring towns.
Why the Swiss town is worth a trip.
The canned booze revolution
Canned booze is far from a new concept. On-the-go beverages like Mike's Hard Lemonade and White Claw have been around for a while and contain an ABV similar to beer: 4% to 6%.
But since the pandemic, the trend has gotten more popular and boozier. Now, you can pick up a pack of canned negronis or a supercharged version of a hard seltzer on your way to the park. Just make sure to double check the ABV first — or be prepared to face the consequences.
What we're watching this weekend
- "Love Is Blind": Season 7 of the Netflix hit, this time following Washington, DC singles looking for marriage in the pods, premiered this week.
- "Salem's Lot": The long-delayed Stephen King adaptation is finally coming to Max.
- "V/H/S/Beyond": Now streaming on Shudder, the latest installment in the prolific franchise features six found-footage sci-fi stories, including one written by horror maestro Mike Flanagan and directed by his wife Kate Siegel.
Deals we love
- Boots designed with comfort in mind: You don't have to sacrifice style to save your feet. We tested dozens of boots to find the most comfortable pairs, including lace-ups, ankle booties, and more.
- Can't wait for Black Friday?: Amazon's second Prime Day of the year kicks off on Tuesday. Here's what you need to know about the Prime Big Deal Days and the best early deals you can shop now.
- Pocket-friendly wallets that'll last: Looking for a wallet with a tight form factor and space-efficient organization? We found the best wallets for every type of user, whether you prefer minimalist money clips or RFID protection.
More of this week's top reads:
- Five signs you have eldest-daughter syndrome.
- Gen Z found a home in Asheville. Hurricane Helene swept it away.
- Bryan Johnson's Don't Die Summit was filled with raves and blood testing.
- How a couple got on the same page about finances.
- The best places in Europe that aren't Rome or Paris.
- Millennials who don't want kids quit their jobs to travel for six months.
- CEOs, sports stars, and epic side-questers: The beginner's guide to nepo babies.
- How Prada is beating the odds and bucking the luxury slump.
- The women of "The Price is Right" brought down Bob Barker — and paved the way for #MeToo.
- A mom only teaches her kids things when they show an interest in the task.
- This veteran actor has worked with Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino. He still worries he'll never work again.
The Insider Today team: Dan DeFrancesco, deputy editor and anchor, in New York City. Jordan Parker Erb, editor, in New York. Lisa Ryan, executive editor, in New York. Amanda Yen, fellow, in New York. Grace Lett, editor, in Chicago.