Summary: When selling a subscription service, are you trying to sell an honest product, or are you trying to trick people into paying you? If you want to be an honest merchant, follow the consumer-friendly subscription best practices in this article. There’s a reason why people don’t like subscriptions, and I ran into it this…
Summary: E-newsletters are gaining popularity among digital publishers for engaging readers and monetizing audiences. Subscribers who also subscribe to premium products are 50% more likely to stay subscribed for 12 months. E-newsletters create a personal connection with readers, but their value often aligns with the publisher’s interests. Regularity and convenience are crucial, as many readers…
Summary: Axios co-founder Jim VandeHie offers advice on “smart brevity” in writing, emphasizing the importance of considering the audience, starting with the key point, simplicity, visual aids, conversational tone, and delivering essential information. This approach aligns with the inverted pyramid model. VandeHie focuses on attracting the average reader’s limited attention span. Krehbiel wonders if this…