The Parasite Economy: An Upside for Creators
Ted Gioia sounded the alarm about a parasite economy where creators do the work and media companies make the money. But there is a more positive side to the economics of the digital economy.
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Sometimes, marketing comes down to a personal decision
In a field where most people just follow the crowd, making a personal decision to carve a unique path might make all the difference to a marketing strategy.
The economic value of human authenticity
We’re all striving to be real, human, and authentic in our marketing. But will it matter? Not always. A discussion about radio and pizza made me question the economic value of human authenticity.
Are you really building a personal brand on TikTok?
Is it a personal brand on TikTok, or is it something else? A few short observations from Mark Schaefer.
A singular view of human creativity as AI encroaches
AI will soon meet and exceed human creativity in many art forms. What is the role of the human creator in this new eco-system?
Beyond Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome seems to be ubiquitous. But what do you do with it? Mark Schaefer and Amanda Russell approach it from different angles.
Your personal brand is not about you (surprise!)
A personal brand has to solve a problem. It’s not about you. It’s ultimately about serving the needs of your customers.
How do you measure thought leadership?
Everybody wants to build a personal brand, but how do you know it’s working? How do you measure thought leadership. Here are five ideas.
My commencement address: Enthusiasm as competitive advantage
I learned enthusiasm was a key to success, even when I had a job that I disliked!
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