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The Resale Premium Is Dying
Chen Mo opened at nine thirty. He turned on the lights first, then the computer, then the Hongbulin seller backend. The Birkin 25 had been listed for three weeks. He had bought it last November for 138,000 yuan. Elephant grey, silver hardware, 9.8/10 condition. At the time, comparable listings on the platform were averaging above 180,000, and he had thought it was a quick profit. Now he had it priced at 152,000. Twenty-one days listed, 140 views, six favorites, two hagglers. One offered 140,000, the other 135,000.
By Jin14 days ago in Journal
Maha Klinik: Where the Story of Mahathir and Hasmah Began
Long before either name appeared on national ballots or official letterheads, they stood together above a modest doorway in Pekan Melayu, Alor Setar. Maha Klinik , opened in 1957, was formed by weaving together two lives: Ma hathir and Ha smah. It was here, in a small community clinic, that the couple began their journey as doctors first, then as partners in service to the nation. Today, following the passing of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, the clinic stands not merely as a landmark but as a living reminder of the quiet, generous roots from which two of Malaysia’s most influential figures grew.
By Mark Lim 14 days ago in Journal
Why Transferable Skills Matter When Building a Career in a New Industry
A career change can be both exciting and challenging. Moving into a new industry often means learning different terminology, understanding unfamiliar processes, and developing relationships with people who have different expectations. However, changing industries does not mean that previous experience loses its value.
By Salma Karina Hayat14 days ago in Journal
After a Quarterly Operating Loss of $373 million, Volvo Cars Will Eliminate 2,500 Jobs.
After reporting a disappointing third quarter, Volvo Cars is expanding its cost-cutting efforts and announcing plans to eliminate approximately 2,500 jobs worldwide. The Swedish automaker is under increasing pressure from weaker demand for electric vehicles, international tariffs, and fierce competition in China. On October 23, 2026, the company made the announcement, which coincided with a significant decline in its financial performance.
By Raviha Imran14 days ago in Journal
Fewer Layoffs, Fewer Hires: What the Challenger September Report Really Shows. AI-Generated.
Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported on October 1 that U.S. employers announced 43,281 job cuts in September. That is down 18% from August and 20% from September 2025, and the lowest September total since 2022. Through September, announced cuts total 573,195, down 39% from the same period last year. Excluding government, they are down 15%.
By Ashkan Rajaee14 days ago in Journal
WHEN THE GHOST HUNT GETS MURKY:
WHEN THE GHOST HUNT GETS MURKY: My Complicated Feelings About Zak Bagans By Miss Lil | A Bitter Cup of Coffee ☕ There is nothing quite like settling down with a steaming cup of morning coffee, ready to enjoy a little paranormal entertainment, only to find yourself wondering whether the man leading the investigation deserves the same scrutiny he gives the things lurking in the dark.
By Lilithea Adasia14 days ago in Journal
I Have Won Deals as the Most Expensive Bid. Here Is Why the Cheapest One Usually Loses. AI-Generated.
Note: This story was written with AI assistance and edited by me. Note: An earlier version of this piece, "Why the Cheapest Bid Loses: Pricing Professional Services for Value", was published on DEV.
By Ashkan Rajaee14 days ago in Journal
The 92 Percent Problem Chris Sund Found Inside His Own Companies
Chris Sund is an American author, keynote speaker, podcast host and healthcare staffing executive. He is president and chief operating officer of three companies, Uniti Med, GQR Healthcare and Nebula, an AI powered talent sourcing platform. He has spent the past decade inside the hiring cycle that every growing company knows by heart. Open the requisition. Widen the funnel. Pay the premium. Fill the seat.
By Vipan K.14 days ago in Journal
11.6 Million Views, Zero Downloads: The Three Founders Who Proved Traffic Doesn't Pay the Bills
A software founder uploaded a YouTube video. It was a screen recording. A user dragged a messy spreadsheet into the product. The product reformatted it into a standard layout. The user exported it. No face on camera. No background music. The only voiceover line was “link in the description.”
By Jin15 days ago in Journal
The Sieve: I Judged People by Their Résumés Until My Own Daughter Became a Reject
Zhou Mingyuan was forty-two and in his seventh year as HR director. He had a set of criteria for screening people, and he believed they never failed him.
By Jin15 days ago in Journal
How to Vet Senior Developers in Under an Hour (Without Leetcode Hazing). AI-Generated.
Note: This story was written with AI assistance and edited by me. It also appeared in an earlier version elsewhere, and I own the rights to both.
By Ashkan Rajaee15 days ago in Journal
TCS Hit $3.1B in AI Revenue. Total Revenue Grew 0.2%. Read Both Numbers.. AI-Generated.
On October 8, TCS reported its September quarter results. The headline was annualized AI revenue of $3.1 billion, up from $2.6 billion the quarter before, and more than 10% of total revenue for the first time.
By Ashkan Rajaee15 days ago in Journal