What people say about my writing:

“Passion Economy pioneer” “The authoritative voice in the space”

“Essential reading for anyone building a community in the next 10 years”

“The best thinker out there on the future of being a creator on the internet.”

“The Queen-maker of passion economy startups”

This newsletter is penned by Li Jin, founder and Managing Partner at Atelier, an early-stage VC firm. It features observations about the world through the lens of startups and consumer tech.

I cover topics including:

• The Passion Economy: How people can make a living from their passions and creative skills

• Consumer trends & analysis: How macro trends are impacting consumers’ lives and work

Here is some of my past writing:

• The Passion Economy and the Future of Work
  New digital platforms enable people to earn a livelihood in a way that highlights–rather than commoditizes–their individuality.

• 100 True Fans
  An update on Kevin Kelly’s classic idea of “1,000 True Fans.” To make a living as a creator, you only need 100 true fans, not 1,000. I outline the four necessary components necessary to make a living off a smaller base of true fans.

• What’s Next for Marketplace Startups: Reinventing the $10 Trillion Service Economy
  Marketplace startups have re-invented the way we shop for goods, but lag behind in terms of how we discover and access services.

Contact me:

Follow me on Twitter @ljin18 or email me at li@atelierventures.co. I’m also a creator myself! A small slice of my art portfolio is at li-jin.co/art.