Tech journalist Taylor Lorenz breaks down her Substack plans and why she's leaving legacy media for the creator economy
Briefly

Lorenz's departure from The Washington Post marks a significant shift in her career as she moves towards independent journalism, leveraging her established persona in the creator economy.
She has cultivated a strong following across platforms like YouTube and TikTok, while also experiencing the challenges that come with being a public internet figure.
"I’ve been planning this for months and it has nothing to do with the recent meme. I’m excited to explore independent storytelling on User Mag," Lorenz shared.
Many journalists are making similar moves to Substack, indicating a broader trend of professionalism intertwining with individual content creation. It’s an exciting yet daunting journey.
Read at Business Insider
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