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Have you ever felt like the ground is shifting under your feet, whether it’s in your investments, personal growth, or even the digital tools we rely on?

Today’s stories are all about staying ahead of the curve—whether it’s navigating the messy world of AI-generated citations, riding market trends for smarter investments, or building the mental strength to face life’s challenges with confidence.

We’re diving into how publishers are dealing with ChatGPT’s accuracy issues, the art of spotting and riding market momentum, and why mentally strong habits are your secret weapon for long-term success.

If you’re a working parent juggling a side hustle, investing, and striving for financial freedom, these insights are tailored just for you.

Let’s make those busy days count. Keep reading for practical tips you can use right now!

TL;DR

1) STING & GROW: AI HUSTLES🤖

• 🌟 ChatGPT’s Citation Crisis: 
  Publishers are grappling with inaccurate sourcing and misattributed content in AI-generated citations, raising concerns about trust, transparency, and copyright risks.

2) STING & GROW: INVESTING 📊

• 🎢 Trend Surfing for Market Success: 
  Learn how to ride market momentum like a pro—spot trends, manage risks, and make smarter investment moves by analyzing stock price patterns.

3) STING OF SUCCESS: MILLIONAIRE MINDSET🧠

• 🌟 Mental Strength Unlocked: 
  Discover habits that mentally strong people avoid, like dwelling on failures or fearing change. Build resilience, embrace challenges, and take control of your emotional well-being.

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes ⏱️

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STING & GROW: AI HUSTLES

🌟 ChatGPT's Citation Crisis Looms for Publishers!
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👋 Ever wonder how ChatGPT handles sources and citations? 

A new study from Columbia Journalism School found some troubling gaps.

Whether publishers have licensing deals with OpenAI or block its crawlers, ChatGPT often misrepresents sources or fabricates citations entirely.

📊 Key Findings:

• ChatGPT cited content incorrectly 153 out of 200 times during tests.

• Even publishers with licensing deals, like the Financial Times, weren’t spared from citation errors.

• ChatGPT often invents sources rather than admitting it can’t find accurate information.

• In one case, the bot credited a plagiarized article as the source instead of the original reporting.

🤔 Why It Matters:

For publishers, incorrect citations can damage credibility and redirect readers to unreliable sources. OpenAI’s approach to content—treating it as "decontextualized data"—raises concerns about the reliability of AI-generated responses.

💬 Takeaway:
While publishers ink deals with OpenAI hoping for better visibility or accuracy, this study shows there’s no guarantee.

Whether allowing crawlers or blocking them, the risks of misrepresentation remain.

If you rely on ChatGPT for information, double-check those citations before taking them at face value.

STING & GROW: INVESTING

🎢 Trend Surfing: Master Market Moves!
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👋 What is Momentum Investing?
Momentum investing is about spotting trends and riding the wave of rising stock prices.

The idea is simple: buy stocks that are going up and sell them when they’ve peaked. It’s less about the company’s fundamentals and more about the price movement.

📈 How It Works:
Momentum stocks are chosen based on recent performance—think of stocks that have been climbing steadily for months or even years.

The belief is that these stocks will keep moving in the same direction, driven by market sentiment and investor behavior.

🛠️ How It’s Different:

• Value Investors hunt for undervalued stocks and wait for the market to recognize their worth.

• Growth Investors bet on companies with big future potential, even if the stock seems pricey now.

• Momentum Investors? They focus on the here and now, using price trends as signals.

⚠️ The Risks:
Momentum investing isn’t foolproof. Stock prices can change direction suddenly due to market conditions or shifting investor sentiment.

It’s a strategy that needs careful timing and constant monitoring.

🧠 Why It Works:
Markets aren’t always rational. Herd behavior—when investors follow others—often drives stock prices higher.

Momentum investing taps into this, but it requires staying alert and knowing when to get out before the trend reverses.

🎯 What You Need to Succeed:
If you’re considering momentum investing, know your risk tolerance and goals.

It’s a high-reward strategy, but it comes with high risks.

Think of it as a tool to add to your investment toolbox—use it wisely and stay informed.

💬 Pro Tip for Side Hustlers:
Momentum investing can be a great way to grow your portfolio if you’re already diving into digital assets or exploring AI tools.

Just remember to balance it with other strategies for long-term stability. Keep learning and stay curious!

Up Next in Our Newsletter…Using the Momentum Indicator

👋 Curious about how to spot trends in stock prices?

Momentum indicators can help you see whether a stock is likely to keep climbing or start dropping.

📊 Learn how to calculate momentum, use the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) as a benchmark, and interpret trends for smarter investing.

Whether the momentum is bullish or bearish, understanding these movements can give you an edge in navigating the market.

STING & GROW: MILLIONAIRE MINDSET

🌟 Unlock the Secrets to Mental Strength
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👋 Ever wonder how some people stay calm, confident, and resilient, even when life gets tough?

It’s not about being cold or tough—it’s about mastering your thoughts, emotions, and actions.

💡 What You’ll Discover:

• The habits that build mental strength

• How to stop wasting energy on things you can’t control

• Ways to handle failure and other people’s success

• Exercises to train your “mental muscle”

• Practical tips to face life’s challenges with confidence

✅ Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Don’t waste time feeling sorry for yourself.
2️⃣ Let go of things you can’t control.
3️⃣ Change is good—stop trying to please everyone.
4️⃣ Take smart risks and leave your past behind.
5️⃣ Learn from failure and celebrate others’ wins.
6️⃣ Understand the world doesn’t owe you anything, and real results take time.

💪 Happiness and confidence start with strong mental habits.

Learn how to build yours today.

About the Author:
Amy Morin, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, shares insights from her online course Mental Strength: Mastering the 3 Core Factors.

Final Thought for the Week:
Learning how to work less makes you feel like you’re in control of your life.
- ”How To Not Always Be Working”, by Marlee Grace