Thesis: Argument that DIY in the professional sphere is due to the digital tools available to turn the amateur into the professional
Introduce the relevance and commonality of amateurs becoming professionals. Address communities practicing these efforts online ("makers, hackers..." Google+ group).
Case Study: My correspondence with Kristin Thornton
- 100 Etsy Sales
- Her BYU business degree
- Knitted beards
- idea
- correspondence with other Etsy producers
- positive/negative experiences with the Etsy
- transition from amateur to a "professional"
- patent laws
Introduce Anderson's theories to call for digital resource examples (aside from Etsy)
Include my research on Internet Explorer's new platform for creating and distributing content (Amy Burvall).
Conclusion - Impact of small businesses cropping up from amateur makers. Something inspiring to motivate the benefit of the amateur to professional transition.
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