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Link roundup: How we’re getting paid this week

Mandy — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:20:48 +0000

Monetizing location at the local level

My former employer, the Cincinnati Enquirer, has launched a long-simmering idea for a locally-based Foursquare-esque app. The location-based app, called Porkappolis, is available for use worldwide, but has a local focus. It’s similar to a lot of other location-based services, but the potential for local deals and gameplay could make it a [...]

New strategy: Berate bloggers, tell online readers to buzz off

Mandy — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:29:31 +0000

I’m not sure where newspaper execs are getting their PR advice these days, but whoever/whatever it is needs to be fired. The print news sector has put out some head-shaking proclamations this week – all of which have a common theme of holier-than-thou insults directed at online news consumers.

First up is the absolutely appalling handling of [...]

On making a move and taking new chances

Mandy — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 18:00:14 +0000

For months now, I have been excitedly following the developing news of Allbritton’s local news site. As the parent company of Politico, many online types have hopes this as-yet-unnamed project can revitalize online news – and maybe give the Washington Post a run for their money.

I’m proud to say that as of today, I’m going to [...]

The Enquirer’s print-only news experiment

Mandy — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:04:59 +0000

Recently, The Cincinnati Enquirer has been making some stories print-only with the intent of boosting single-copy sales of the Sunday newspaper. Will it work? [...]

Your plan to save journalism is not at all helpful

Mandy — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:27:22 +0000

Don't bother reading Len Downie's "Reconstruction of American Journalism" report. It's long, it's boring and it doesn't offer anything new. Instead, check out its critics. [...]

Who’s trying to save journalism this week

Mandy — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:06:12 +0000

A roundup on the latest news in efforts to save newspapers and make money in journalism, including a look at legislation, micropayments vs. subscriptions and research for hire. [...]

Presentation: Business models for online news

Mandy — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:25:10 +0000

My presentation materials on business models for online news. [...]

Seeking your input on business models

Mandy — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:56:18 +0000

I'm preparing a presentation on possible future business models for journalism - and I want your input. [...]