[ChrisMarshallNY]

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]

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]

> 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.