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I first came across Sky & Space in the UK and when we migrated to Australia, it was the only local magazine and I began to buy it regularly; it was (and has been) an excellent read.
However, it soon became apparent that its existence appeared more a labour of love, seemingly produced by a mixed crew of full time, part time and at times, casual contributors. So whenever it was late, I judged it against my “assumed” operating model rather than a more rigorous, professional business model.
This is how I reconciled its occasional lateness and non-appearance, as well as the general lack of communication. However, in doing so, I probably contributed to “encouraging” the ongoing behaviour as it appears to “work” for the magazine; that is, I keep returning to buy it, so why change, if change is indeed feasible?
If it continues to be published and remains readable and useful, I will no doubt continue to buy it, despite its short comings. Thus I am guilty; guilty of accepting the missing of deadlines; guilty of accepting poor communication; guilty of perpetuating the magazine via on going purchases; guilty of feeling some sympathy to the people who contribute to the magazine; guilty of not holding the folks to their broken promises, etc.
But, I can live with that guilt and tolerate the behaviour as my health, welfare and general sense of well being do not depend on the magazine. In my case, it is only a hobby.
Cheers
Dennis
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