avatarGio Parks

Summary

A Medium writer expresses pride in their earnings from short-form articles since joining the Partner Program in May 2023 but is concerned about the impact of Medium's new content policies on their income and short reading time.

Abstract

Since starting on Medium in May 2023, the author has experienced success with their modernized Anansi stories and jokes, contributing to the Shortform publication. Despite joining the Partner Program and earning some income, they are apprehensive about the implications of Medium's updated content guidelines, particularly the new "30-second rule," which may negatively affect their short-form content that can often be read in under a minute. The author has not earned any income in the first week of August, leading to concerns. Nevertheless, they are committed to continuing their short-form writing, sharing their journey, and improving their craft.

Opinions

  • The author is proud of joining the Medium Partner Program and earning through writing.
  • There is a concern that Medium's new content policies could adversely affect the author's short-form content.
  • The author believes in the value of their work, despite the recent lack of earnings.
  • They are determined to keep producing short-form content and to evolve as a writer.
  • The author encourages other writers interested in short-form pieces to explore their work and The Shortform publication.

Am I Doomed?

Are My Short-form Articles Too Short?

Photo by Nubelson Fernandes on Unsplash

In just a few months on Medium since May 2023, I joined the Partner Program and earned a small income from my writing — an achievement I’m proud of!

Little strokes fell great oaks — Benjamin Franklin

I found a lot of success in my modernized Anansi shorts/jokes in The Shortform publication.

Also, If you’re into writing short-form pieces, please check them out.

Although Medium has released an article that thoroughly explains how and why these changes were made, I still fear for my short-form content might take a hit (See the 30-second rule). A lot of my shorts are a one-minute read and can be easily read quicker.

As of the first week of August, I haven’t earned a penny…

Still, through all of this, I will still continue to make short-form content and improve my craft. Going forward, I will share my wins, losses, and lessons. Stay tuned!

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