Business Breakdowns

Harvard Business Publishing: A Case Study - [Business Breakdowns, EP. 84]

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Nov 16, 2022
Matt Reustle, CEO of Colossus, offers fascinating insights into Harvard Business Publishing, rooted in the legacy of the Harvard Business Review. He discusses its century-long evolution and how it remains influential in shaping business education. Reustle highlights their successful transition from print to digital, the intricacies of customer demographics, and the challenges posed by emerging competitors. The conversation delves into the strategic importance of case studies, emphasizing practitioner-based learning as essential for understanding market dynamics.
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ANECDOTE

HBP's Undisclosed Success

  • Harvard Business Publishing (HBP) is a large, profitable media business within Harvard.
  • It generates substantial revenue and profit, yet remains relatively unknown.
INSIGHT

Origins of HBP

  • HBP's history dates back to the 1920s when Harvard Business School adopted the case study method.
  • This method, borrowed from Harvard Law, analyzes real-world business situations.
ANECDOTE

HBR's Shift to Profit

  • In the 90s, Ruth McMullen's high salary at HBR caused internal turmoil.
  • The shift towards profit and away from pure academics led to debates and turnover.
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