Kevin Kelly’s 1,000 True Fans
The endlessly insightful Kevin Kelly has posted a great essay that is being picked up and spread around the web. As I like to spread awesome things, I’m going to do the same. Here is his concluding paragraph:
“I am suggesting there is a home for creatives in between poverty and stardom. Somewhere lower than stratospheric bestsellerdom, but higher than the obscurity of the long tail. I don’t know the actual true number, but I think a dedicated artist could cultivate 1,000 True Fans, and by their direct support using new technology, make an honest living. I’d love to hear from anyone who might have settled on such a path.”
Read the essay to find out the details. Totally worth your time.
March 5, 2008 4:57 pm 
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