EP99: Inside the Mind of a Publishing Icon with Michael Clinton

💼 Check out Ben's firm here: https://alliancecgc.com/ From the lively corridors of GQ to the towering summits of Kilimanjaro, Michael Clinton embodies the true essence of a Renaissance man. With a career spanning 40 years, he has cemented his legacy in the world of publishing, holding significant positions across esteemed brands like GQ, Condé Nast, Esquire, and Hearst, to name a few. Dive in as we unravel the layers of his multifaceted life - from scaling heights, both literal and figurative, to embracing the digital transformation of publications, and understanding the importance of crafting a multidimensional existence. In this episode, Michael Clinton highlights: ✅ The evolving landscape of the magazine publishing industry in the digital age. ✅ The Concept of "life layering" as a strategy for personal growth and fulfillment. ✅ Diversification of revenue streams in the magazine industry. ✅ The idea behind Michael Clinton's book Roar: into the second half of your life (before it's too late). ✅The transformative power of reassessing personal relationships. ✅Michael Clinton's philanthropic endeavors through the "Circle of Generosity" foundation. Michael A. Clinton is a seasoned icon in the publishing world, having navigated the upper echelons of both Condé Nast and Hearst Magazines. With a tenure spanning decades, Michael served as the publisher of the renowned GQ magazine in the late '80s, before climbing the ranks to executive roles at Condé Nast. He cemented his legacy at Hearst Magazines, where he was the president, marketing, and publishing director and even held a seat on The Hearst Corporation's board of directors. Beyond his illustrious career in publishing, he's a gifted writer and photographer, with 8 photographic books, 2 collections of essays, and his recent motivational tome, ROAR: Into the Second Half of Your Life (Before It's Too Late), which was published in 2021. Michael Clinton's journey offers a profound insight into the mind of a publishing legend and the ever-evolving media landscape. Get in touch with Michael Clinton. Twitter: https://twitter.com/maclinton Website:https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Michael-Clinton/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macglobetrotter/?hl=en Connect with Ben Reinberg. Website: https://benreinberg.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbenreinberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/realbenreinberg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbenreinberg LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benreinberg Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheRealBenReinberg ✍️ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-reinberg-i-own-it/id1626923659 #IOwnItPodcast #BenReinberg #RealEstate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices