The Ethics of Creativity and Audience Engagement

This chapter explores the ethical implications of compensating artists for their creative work, focusing on the balance between accessibility and recognizing the labor behind creativity. It delves into strategies for building and monetizing an audience on platforms like Substack, highlighting the complexities of subscriber engagement and conversion. The conversation underscores the importance of consistent communication and the concept of 'creative bothering' to maintain interest without being overly sales-oriented.