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My Business Model: Why I’m Building a Company of One

Jan 18, 2026

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7 min read

My Business Model: Why I’m Building a Company of One

This week’s mixtape: intentional growth, quiet leverage, business boundaries, and a song that keeps you steady.

Corey Koehler

future of work

AI Proof Quadrant: Why "Unproductive" Work is the Future

Jan 11, 2026

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6 min read

AI Proof Quadrant: Why "Unproductive" Work is the Future

This week’s mixtape: AI Kill Zone, unproductive future of work for Gen X, being more subversive, and some Talking Heads

Corey Koehler

future of work

The Gen X Guide to AI: Stop Freaking Out, Start Cashing In

Dec 25, 2025

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4 min read

The Gen X Guide to AI: Stop Freaking Out, Start Cashing In

A non-technical AI guide for Gen X. Learn how to future-proof your career, build income streams, and use tools without losing your humanity. Start here.

Corey Koehler

future of work

Dec 25, 2025

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15 min read

Blog vs. Newsletter: Why the "Blogletter" Newsletter Business Wins

Stop choosing between traffic and trust. Here is why the hybrid 'Newsletter Business' is the best way for Gen X professionals to build a future-proof asset.

Corey Koehler

future of work

The Gen eXit Plan, Quiet Income for the Sandwich Generation (No Influencing)

Dec 21, 2025

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7 min read

The Gen eXit Plan, Quiet Income for the Sandwich Generation (No Influencing)

This week’s mixtape: quiet side hustles, aging parents, midlife pivots, newsletters, and boring income that works (oh and a Christopher Cross Cover)

Corey Koehler

future of work

Missed Opportunities And AI Prompt Libraries for Starting a Business After 50

Dec 14, 2025

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5 min read

Missed Opportunities And AI Prompt Libraries for Starting a Business After 50

This week’s mixtape: missed booms, late starts, prompt packs, cheat codes and running down a dream

Corey Koehler

future of work

The Gen X Creativity Reboot: How to Build a Business Without the Trap

Dec 7, 2025

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6 min read

The Gen X Creativity Reboot: How to Build a Business Without the Trap

This week’s mixtape: buried creativity, the return of builders, the midlife pivot and Brett Michaels sweaty t-shirts

Corey Koehler

future of work

Dec 6, 2025

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5 min read

The "Quiet" AI Side Hustle That’s Perfect for Gen X (No Coding Required)

Stop trading time for money. Here is how to use AI and Beehiiv to build a digital asset without dancing on TikTok.

Corey Koehler

future of work

Honest Beehiiv Review 2026: Pricing, Features + 20% Off Promo Code

Dec 1, 2025

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7 min read

Honest Beehiiv Review 2026: Pricing, Features + 20% Off Promo Code

Read a veteran marketer's honest Beehiiv review for 2026. Plus, get pricing, a breakdown of features, and your exclusive 20% off promo codes.

Corey Koehler

life lessons

Gen X Is Quietly Dominating the Gig Economy, and TikTok Doesn't See It Coming

Nov 30, 2025

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6 min read

Gen X Is Quietly Dominating the Gig Economy, and TikTok Doesn't See It Coming

This week’s mixtape: corporate chaos, experienced workers demand, gig work, freelance statistics and Semi Charmed Life

Corey Koehler

Archive

Dive into a collection of past posts and rediscover timeless content.

My Business Model: Why I’m Building a Company of One

AI Proof Quadrant: Why "Unproductive" Work is the Future

The Gen X Guide to AI: Stop Freaking Out, Start Cashing In

Blog vs. Newsletter: Why the "Blogletter" Newsletter Business Wins

The Gen eXit Plan, Quiet Income for the Sandwich Generation (No Influencing)

Missed Opportunities And AI Prompt Libraries for Starting a Business After 50

The Gen X Creativity Reboot: How to Build a Business Without the Trap

The "Quiet" AI Side Hustle That’s Perfect for Gen X (No Coding Required)

Honest Beehiiv Review 2026: Pricing, Features + 20% Off Promo Code

Gen X Is Quietly Dominating the Gig Economy, and TikTok Doesn't See It Coming

Redefining Retirement