Editor’s Note: The survey is now closed! We received 416 responses and have an incredible data set to explore now around readers on Substack.
The trouble with online publishing is this: it's often impossible to clearly, reliably hear from readers about their experiences, pain points, and preferences for online reading.
Today, together, we’re changing that.
*Drumroll* The Shaping the Future of Online Writing survey is now LIVE!
This survey is a way to finally have a broader conversation between creators and readers. As a reader of newsletters, your answers will create a powerful ripple effect:
They will help solve your biggest gripes about consuming content on Substack.
They will shape the way creators connect with readers.
They will lead to more engaging, relevant moments of connection.
They will give creators a chance to deeply listen and for readers to be heard loudly and clearly.
Some basics:
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is multiple choice (except for three optional write-ins at the end).
I’ll be asking you questions like: When you’re busy in the middle of the day but hop onto Substack anyways, what are you most likely doing? And What makes you feel most valued by a creator on Substack?
As a THANK YOU for answering these questions, I’ll be sharing free highlights from the results with my readers on The Editing Spectrum in July.
Let's work together to build a better reading experience. Your input matters, and we’re excited to hear from you!
Gratefully yours,
Amanda
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