How do you build a massive subscriber database of more than 100,000 millennial professionals?
For the Hustle, a “digital native” publisher, their distinctive content and and targeted database is a big reason.
Trust is also big.
During Monday’s Innovation Mission visit to their offices, they shared the importance of trust with their audience.
“Our community trusts us because our voice is human,” they said. “It’s straightforward, no bullshit, bold, and, most of all, informative. We explain complex ideas in simple ways, making our audience smarter. They tune in everyday to not only hear what we will say, but how we will say it.”
The Hustle is creating a diverse business model that includes live events, custom sponsorships, and more.