Summary

The article provides strategies for writers to remain resilient and motivated amidst a wave of colleagues quitting, emphasizing the importance of finding alternatives, diversifying platforms, managing expectations, and engaging in various writing activities.

Abstract

In the face of a high turnover of writers, the article on the undefined website advises remaining writers to not only focus on those who leave but also to appreciate and support those who stay. It suggests finding new writers to connect with, diversifying one's writing platforms to maintain a broad audience, and converting followers into loyal readers through newsletters. The piece also encourages writers to self-reflect and set realistic expectations, reminding them that writing is an individual journey and not to be swayed by the actions of others. Additionally, it proposes that writers should keep themselves occupied with various writing-related tasks to maintain enthusiasm and productivity. The article concludes by reassuring writers that the storm of departures will pass and that solitude can be an opportunity for personal growth and recognition.

Opinions

The author believes that the departure of writers should not be seen as a catastrophe but as an opportunity to connect with new voices and grow one's network.
Writing is compared to an umbrella, offering protection and making it difficult for those with this shield to fully empathize with the struggles of those without it.
The author suggests that the habit of writing is something that individuals can pick up or leave at any time, indicating a dynamic nature of the craft.
Quitting is described as contagious, potentially affecting the mindset and growth of those who remain, akin to greasing a rusty well.
The article posits that maintaining a consistent writing habit and sharing stories across various platforms can position a writer as an inspiration and ideal for others.
Writers are encouraged to convert their audience into a source of income through newsletters and to see themselves as potential successors to those who have left the platform.
The author advises writers to set their own expectations and not to follow others blindly, emphasizing personal responsibility and growth.
The article promotes the idea that writing offers endless possibilities and that boredom is not an option for a true writer, suggesting that a writer's work is never done.
Solitude is presented as a chance for writers to prove themselves and to be ready to welcome back colleagues who may return to the platform.
The author expresses admiration for certain Medium writers who they cannot imagine quitting, highlighting the value of commitment and the impact of influential writers.

Four Relaxed Ways To Save Yourself During the Thunderstorm of Quitting Writers

With so many people quitting, don’t overlook those who stay.

Our content is like an umbrella.

A shield that protects us from:

Dust (spam)
Ignorance (nasty comments)

An umbrella shelters us — therefore, we cannot fully understand the plight of those without umbrellas. An umbrella can save you, but not everyone else.

Maybe that’s the reason we outgrow writers. Some people quit, and some stay stiff. Either way, writing is a continuously proclaimed habit that anyone can leave or restart.

Quitting is contagious. As people become aware of a similar pattern of writers leaving, turnover contagion starts to emerge. Consequently, this affects our growth and mindset, making us feel like we are greasing a rusty well.

And when it’s happening, you need to calm your mind. Below are four ways to save yourself during the thunderstorm of quitting writers.

(Keep yourself dry out there, hun, buddy!)

1. Find an alternative

If writers are quitting, this is (not) the end of the universe.

You tend to act differently when you believe someone is an ideal. But with almost 200,000 writers on Medium, you can find your substitute. 1 for 1, or 1 for 2.

Rather than waiting for your old folks to join, find new ones.

Stick with people who promote your writing rather than people who are quitting.

If people are leaving the platforms, don’t blame yourselves. It’s life, and it happens. If you’re true to your goals, find new companions.

According to a Linkedin blog:

“The upcoming December break is often considered to be a period in marketing where we slow our content creation and distribution.”

Mostly, November and December are when people leave platforms or slow down. During that time, find new friends, so the risk of staying alone minimizes.

2. Divert and convert

I write on these platforms:

Twitter
Linkedin
Website
Medium

Some of my followers don’t know I write on multiple platforms.

The best way to combine your audience into one deep funnel that is “Medium (for me),” I launched newsletters. This way, I convert my audience into money.

The medium doesn’t pay you for outside intruders, but it sparks my growth.

Plus, when people know you’re writing continuously, it helps them see you as an ideal. Therefore, never be afraid to share your stories in newsletters or other platforms.

Writing is a sacred job.

You may be the next big thing if someone has left the platform. Avail the opportunity.

3. Examine your expectations

Ask yourself a question: if fellow writers would jump in a well, would you too?

Writing is not dependent at all. (People make it.)

Your friends, fellow writers, were merely friends and more competition and inspiration. This doesn’t allow you to leave a platform just because your friends have.

For that, set your expectations.

You cannot be a tail. You need to grow up and take responsibility for your habits. For example, this way:

You don’t have people to impress but stomachs to feed.

Someone’s leftover chair can be your chair to a top writer. Examine your expectations, and never let yourself go wild with the crows.

Also, the writers can come back again. But will your spirit and self-respect will?

Know when you should stick to and leave — both in life and in literal habits.

4. Make your soul sing

The best thing about writing: we have so much to do.

Since I started writing, I felt the world was ending. If I have spare time, I always have work to do. If writing is anything, it’s super energetic.

This means you can in your spare time:

Writer articles
Write a blog post
Read the comments/response
Appreciate the fellow writers
Write on LinkedIn/Twitter
Edit articles
Write newsletter
Write for the website
Write a book
[insert one here]

All of these habits make me feel I am not alone. But really, pick yours.

For me, it’s writing blogs for 4, 6, and 7. This means writing is never dull. Pick your own and give a (lil) shake to your writing.

This way, you’re not skipping writing but starting a new phase as a writer. Maybe start writing a new book that flames your spirit. Whatever it is, keep going and find a new hobby as a writer.

You are writing about a highly stressful job with lots to do. If you feel you’re getting bored, you’re not a real writer.

For a writer, even 24 hours a day is less. Ain’t?

Final thoughts

Stop hermit-ing.

The storm will pass, and new writers will come to the platform. I know some of us are audience-fond, and we perform well when we see writers performing well.

Being alone is a chance to prove yourself.

Be prepared when your friends come, and give them a high five for sticking around when they need time to rethink.

That’s a fundamental quality of a writer.

My most remarkable writers on Medium that I can’t imagine quitting: Damian Clark, George J. Ziogas and Neera Handa Dr.