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I'm assuming that you are talking about "All About Berlin"? (I am deliberately not linking, because you didn't, and there is probably a reason for that). I run

I'm assuming that you are talking about "All About Berlin"? (I am deliberately not linking, because you didn't, and there is probably a reason for that). I run a number of apps and services that don't make a dime. In fact, they cost me thousands. I don't mind. Monetization is a real pain in the ass, and I stay away from it (for these services). I have the ability to make a lot of money, if I choose, but that's not much fun. I don't really need the money, and I like having full control of everything I do. I am regularly approached by folks with monetization ideas. Some, are quite good. Others ... not so much ... Maybe I 'll pursue something, eventually, but I'm in no hurry. Thanks for your service. Looks like a great site.

nicbou 2y ago
I agree that monetisation is a pain. It's the least favourite part of my job because it takes focus away from providing value to my readers. I don't like putting my business hat on. On the other hand, it allows me to work on what I love full time. This would not be possible if I relied on user donations or even public funding.
pdimitar 2y ago
> I have the ability to make a lot of money, if I choose, but that's not much fun. I don't really need the money, and I like having full control of everything I do. Thought of handing off some of those money-making opportunities to others, after you vet them beforehand? I could use an alternative income stream and I am very tired of the employment grind. But I never networked and that has been biting me on the rear for the last 10-ish years. Apologies if that's too direct. I am keenly feeling the lack of freedom and the lack of "frak you" money in the bank.