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Another Curated Story Went Viral

A story by Lindsay Brown is trending on ILLUMINATION

“Learn to recognize good luck when it’s waving at you, hoping to get your attention.” — Sally Koslow

Success Story

This is a short success story to assess another amazing story gaining substantial visibility and reading times on ILLUMINATION.

It is trending and at a viral state now.

My purpose is to inform our writers and give some clues on viral stories based on my observations, engagement with readers, and content marketing experience.

The unique story belongs to one of our accomplished writers Lindsay Brown.

Lindsay Brown is a top writer in #satire #health #humor and #life.

This simple yet powerful story was fortunately recognized by Medium curators and distributed to three topics #fitness #lifestyle #health. Curators do not seem to be as brutal as some may think.

Since these three topics are of great interest to me, I read the article three times. When I read the article each time, I explored new features in the story.

I thought I was a smart reader, but this article outsmarted me. No wonder Lindsay is a top writer in humor and satire who uniquely engages the readers. I turned to be one of those intrigued readers.

I read many stories of Lindsay which made me feel privileged. Not only this story but all her stories attract my attention and engage my intellect. There is something special in Lindsay’s writing style. We will find out one day.

Let’s get back to this unique story which is about to go viral with alarm bells.

The story had already 25,000 views with 2 minutes 43 second average reading time by 23,000 Medium members. This short story (only five minutes read) received almost 309 hours of reading in a week.

Don’t you believe me?

Here is the evidence.

Let’s check the reader profile of the story covering six big topics. Is there something special in this pattern?

One may think this story is about weight loss. How can it have interest from technology, productivity, and mindfulness readers?

One also may ask, how can a simple weight loss article attract this many readers in such a short time.

I hear your concerns.

Yes, the Internet is full of weight loss content. For example, when I check google for weight loss, I received this result: 1,150,000,000. When I checked Medium, it didn’t’ show the numbers, but there were thousands as the list did not end when I was scrolling the cursor with my mouse for five minutes.

So what makes this story viral!

My first guess is the engaging style coupled with humor that Lindsay injected in her article.

Does the title make a difference for viral stories?

You bet!

The title of the story can have the highest impact on the visibility of the story. However, real success comes when our content can deliver the promise of our title. Who doesn’t hate click-bait titles?

I know I know you want to read this fantastic story.

Without further ado, here is the link to the story.

I Shed 15 Pounds In Four Weeks By Making Simple Changes In My Life

You may say, well, this looks like an ordinary title, what is unique about it. Don’t judge too quickly! Look at the subtitle!

Sage advice from the tortoise: slow and steady wins the race

This subtitle is smart, unusual, creative, and humorous.

Readers are attracted to these kinds of smart titles.

The main title is slow, traditional, and almost dull (no offense Lindsay). But the subtitle gives a sudden shock as a contrasting factor.

So a smart combination of title and subtitle can make the real difference.

And the conclusion title…Look at this statement!

Remember what the tortoise says, slow and steady wins the race.

I feel guilty to further spoil it for you. Therefore, I live it up to you to analyze, interpret, and provide your comments on this story, in the comments section. I’d be interested in your views and believe that many more readers would be interested with comments on these types of controversial content.

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We have several more trending stories. Stay tuned, I will share!

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Thank you for reading my perspectives. I wish you a healthy and happy life.

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