As always Harold, an excellent piece. This has triggered a number of personal ah-ha moments and provided some reassurance that a stance I took last week is rational and reasonable and not selfish, mean-spirited or bloody-minded.
It has also made me stop and think about what I learn and gain from others and what I give in return.
Maria Popova's approach seems to balance the desire to give with the need to receive. Rather than directly asking us to hand over our money, or else; she provides us with the opportunity to safeguard her ability to continue to provide such a rich resource. The psychological impact is very different.
Organisations I've worked in are attracted to infographic style posters and desk 'aides'; takeaway visuals/handouts are often willingly purchased and can be put against cost centres with delegated expenditure. Yep, I've spent way too long in the public service.
Kotter would have cleaned up (again) when he made the slide set for 'Accelerate' available for download and unrestricted use for US$99. I know 3 sole traders who are cheerfully benefiting as a result. It was a snip for anyone in a market that was interested in his change model.

But what do I really want to say?

Thank you Harold for speaking out; this emperor has no clothes.