You’re The Product In The Attention Economy (opens in new tab)

You're The Product In The Attention Economy Some influencers don’t just share content\. They’re optimizing for your attention\. And over time, that creates a dynamic where it feels like connection… but it’s built around keeping you engaged, not necessarily supporting you\. That’s where it gets tricky\. On one side, it can feel personal\. On the other, you’re part of a system designed to hold your focus\. Even creators with good intent get pulled into this\. The pressure shifts toward “how lon...