In this candid segment, Eric reflects on his four-year journey of launching and growing Newcomer Media. He discusses his leap of faith in leaving traditional media during the pandemic to start his independent venture, driven by a desire for a more personal voice and freedom in covering tech and venture capital. Eric shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of building a media company from the ground up, including reaching significant milestones like $2 million in revenue. Alongside Madeline, he explores the evolving media landscape, the rise of influencer journalism, and their focus on high-quality content and community-building events. Reflecting on lessons learned, Eric emphasizes the importance of knowing your audience, staying true to your mission, and being agile in today’s fast-paced media environment, while hinting at exciting future plans for Newcomer.