Three posts I shared on my blog at WeGrowMedia.com share common themes: Written Off: The Fight to Remain Relevant Building a Legacy 2011: The Year of Writers and Creators In each I explore the value of what we create everyday, and how it affects future generations. As 2010 comes to a close, a year that… Continue reading Remaining Relevant and Building a Legacy
Category: Publishing
What Can Publishers Learn From Pixar
From my blog at WeGrowMedia.com: In the early 1980’s Disney didn’t know what to do with John Lasseter’s talent, so they let him go. A quarter century later, after co-founding Pixar, he now runs Disney’s animation efforts. Click here for some thoughts on why publishers may want to take note: Creating the Future of Publishing:… Continue reading What Can Publishers Learn From Pixar
Some Recent Interviews With Publishing Movers & Shakers
I’ve had the chance to chat with some really interesting folks recently – individuals who are helping to shape the future of publishing. Click the images below to hear each conversation:
Christina Katz Interview
I had a chance to speak to writing instructor Christina Katz, who shared some incredible advice on how to become a successful writer. You can check out the video or MP3 of our chat here: How to Become a Successful Writer: The Christina Katz Interview
The Isolation of Information
On my blog at WeGrowMedia.com, I explore what it means for an author to build a community around their book, and how this value extends for decades, not just fiscal quarters. In the post, I explore three metaphors & examples: Why lovers carve their names into trees. How books get lonely, and how the digital… Continue reading The Isolation of Information
What Publishers Can Learn from Gorillaz
This week, I’ve been obsessed with the band Gorillaz, and considering what the publishing industry can learn from them. Gorillaz started out in 1998 as a concept, founded by the singer/musician Damon Albarn, and artist/illustrator Jamie Hewlett. Okay, I don’t want to bore you with background, let’s dig into why this group is so fascinating… Continue reading What Publishers Can Learn from Gorillaz
Publishers Ask: “Now What Are We Supposed to Do?”
Towards the end of the movie Forrest Gump, the title character sets off on a jog for thousands of miles across the country. Along the way, people attach meaning to this act, and a few dozen hearty folks follow him on the run. Then, for no reason at all, he simply stops and says, "I’m… Continue reading Publishers Ask: “Now What Are We Supposed to Do?”
Best Friends Forever: Why B2B Media is Perfect for the Web
I love magazines. There is something about reading Runners World, The New Yorker and Toyfare that completely engrosses me. Of course, the magazines I spend the most time considering are business-to-business trade publications – especially my beloved Reed Business Information titles. It is endlessly fascinating to think about the differences between librarians who read Library… Continue reading Best Friends Forever: Why B2B Media is Perfect for the Web
The Missing Piece: Revenue
Last week I talked about rethinking the publishing model to focus less on creating content, and more on creating products that solve reader need and establish the foundation for sustainable revenue. Today, I want to review the many online revenue models that publishers and media companies have at their disposal. The goals of this exercise:… Continue reading The Missing Piece: Revenue
Publishing: The End of an Era or a New Beginning?
Institutions that serve communities are being wiped from the planet. Today, I want to share a personal story about one such institution, and then talk about how newspapers, magazines, and other media are staring into the great abyss as well. When Institutions Die When I was younger, I worked The Corner Confectionary in Highland Park,… Continue reading Publishing: The End of an Era or a New Beginning?