Don’t Squander Your Time on Counting Others’ Medium Bucks!

Spoilers: They’ve Grown an Audience, But You Haven’t — Here’s Where Your Focus Should Be.

Hey there, aspiring writer.

Let me hit you with some real talk — there’s absolutely NO point in obsessing over how much someone else is raking in on Medium.

Seriously, it’s a wasted emotional rollercoaster.

You’ve seen those stories, right? “I made $1000 in a month on Medium!”

Sure, it’s extremely tempting to get caught up in that excitement, but let me drop a truth bomb on you.

They’ve grown an audience, and maybe you haven’t… yet.

Now, don’t let that get you down.

It’s not a setback; it’s a challenge waiting to be conquered.

Instead of drowning in comparison, let’s shift your focus to what really matters.

Imagine Medium as a bustling marketplace.

Those writers flaunting their hefty earnings?

They’re like the seasoned vendors who’ve been there for ages, with a line of loyal customers.

You?

You’re the new kid on the block, setting up your stall.

First things first, get to know your customers — your audience.

It’s not just about pushing out content; it’s about building connections.

Your writing is the handshake, the eye contact, the smile that invites them in.

NEVER underestimate the power of genuine connection.

Craft your pieces with a purpose.

It’s not just about words on a screen; it’s about sparking something in your readers.

Make them feel, think, or act.

Your writing should be a call to action, not just a collection of sentences.

Now, let’s talk consistency.

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and your writing career won’t be either.

Regular, quality content is your secret sauce.

Imagine your audience as friends waiting for your weekly catch-up.

Don’t leave them hanging.

And yes, the dreaded ‘M’ word — marketing.

I know it sounds daunting, but think of it as waving at potential friends passing by your stall.

Social media, newsletters, heck, carrier pigeons if you have to.

Let people know you’re HERE, and you’ve got something worth their time.

In the grand scheme of things, those Medium earnings are just the tip of the iceberg.

Focus on the real gems :

• audience,
• purposeful writing,
• consistency,
• and letting the world know you’re here to make a mark.

So, ditch the comparison game, my fellow wordsmith.

Your journey is unique, and success comes to those who hustle with authenticity.

Time to step up, set up that stall, and let the world see what you’ve got.

The Medium game is yours to conquer.

Ready to make your mark?

“Who knows himself a braggart, let him fear this, for it will come to pass that every braggart shall be found an ass.” ― William Shakespeare

P.S. I don’t mind people sharing their earnings on Medium; I just don’t think most of them will be very transparent about how they earned them (real advice, etc.). Besides, it can be photoshopped as well to appear as real earnings.

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