Question
Instead of charging users for monthly service I am considering offering the videos up for free and using advertising from industry companies as revenue. What option is better?
Considering releasing free Beta version of site to see how it's received and then deciding about charging later.
Answer
It depends. Can the content be found elsewhere for free? Is it unique content? I give away content for free that I believe people can find elsewhere and charge for unique content. I use the free content to grow my audience.