Category: Newspapers
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The past and the future of Sunday magazines distributed through newspapers
Read more: The past and the future of Sunday magazines distributed through newspapersAn old friend of mine hasn’t been doing so well. We visit every weekend, usually on Sunday, and I’ve noticed the gradual decline. She still shows some signs of life every now and then, reminding me of how she once was. But those moments are fleeting.
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Searching for alternatives to paywalls for newspaper websites
Read more: Searching for alternatives to paywalls for newspaper websitesWhether a newspaper should or should not have a pay wall on their website is a hotly debated topic in certain circles. One thing that is clear to me is that one size clearly does not fit all; especially in the newspaper business.
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Are metered paywalls about to become a thing of the past for newspapers?
Read more: Are metered paywalls about to become a thing of the past for newspapers?The past week or two has found me in the midst of a couple really good conversations about newspaper websites, and specifically the use of a metered paywall. I only wish I had the definite answer as to how best to navigate the waters ahead of the newspaper industry in regards to their websites and…
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Mark Cuban uses newspaper industry as an example on how business must adapt to survive in the future
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Read more: Mark Cuban uses newspaper industry as an example on how business must adapt to survive in the futureFriday night has become a ‘must see TV night’ for me, and I think it would help sales reps around the world if they would do the same. “Shark Tank” on ABC is a great illustration of sales. Assuming you have a good product, you must the details of that product, features, benefits and financials…
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Newspapers continue to change their revenue model, leaning more on consumer generated revenue
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Read more: Newspapers continue to change their revenue model, leaning more on consumer generated revenueThe random musical soundtrack has had a central theme: change. It started this morning with David Bowie’s 70’s classic “Changes”, “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes” from Jimmy Buffett and (for me at least) the most memorable song from the “Jerry Maguire” movie soundtrack “Secret Garden” from Bruce Springsteen. That movie is a great movie…
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152 year old newspaper could be the next victim of a changing reader and tight economy
Read more: 152 year old newspaper could be the next victim of a changing reader and tight economyTough times continue for print media. A story broke today that the 152 year old Stars and Stripes newspaper could be on the chopping block. Ironically, it was the newspaper that broke the story about its possible demise.