At the Trailhead

Why this matters: Publishing content does not guarantee readership. Access pathways shape who finds your journal and how it influences the field.
What judgment this supports: Editors must consider discoverability and accessibility as part of editorial strategy.
How an editor might use this: An editor might review indexing, distribution channels, and communication practices to strengthen readership.

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Dear Colleague: Show Your Article Title Some Love with These Tips

Jenny Chicca highlights the importance of crafting an accurate and captivating title for scholarly articles, emphasizing how titles significantly affect discoverability. She provides tips on starting with the title, reviewing journal requirements, considering typical titles in the discipline, and utilizing help from colleagues or AI to enhance the title's effectiveness.