I Am About to Join the Big Leagues on Medium

Summary

The author reflects on their journey to earning over $100 a month on Medium, acknowledging the slow start but recognizing the personal and writing growth achieved over a year.

Abstract

The article titled "I Am About to Join the Big Leagues on Medium — Am I Financially Free Yet?" discusses the author's experience with earning money through writing on Medium. Initially, the goal of making $1,000 seemed distant, especially given that 94% of Medium writers earn less than$ 100 a month. The author admits that it took a full year to reach the $100 benchmark, attributing this to the need for personal and writing development. Despite the slow financial progress, the author values the self-discovery and improvement in writing skills that occurred during this period. As they prepare for another year of writing, the author is hopeful for continued growth and success in their creative endeavors.

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The author believes that the journey to earning on Medium is not just about the money but also about personal growth and overcoming internal challenges.
They suggest that taking a longer time to achieve financial goals through writing may not necessarily be a negative experience, as it can lead to becoming a better writer.
The author implies that patience and persistence are key in the face of slow progress, and that the value of the journey can outweigh the immediate financial rewards.
They express a sense of accomplishment and self-discovery, having fought through initial resistance and self-doubt.
The author is optimistic about the future, trusting that their dedication to writing will lead to further success and creative fulfillment.

The journey of a $1,000 starts with $1

94% of writers on Medium earn less than $100 a month.

Considering I had never made a dollar on the internet before 2023, the thought of earning triple figures from writing sounded grand and far-fetched.

And far-fetched it was, because I had to travel across an entire year to cross that benchmark.

A combination of factors is why it took 12 months to achieve what some accomplished in their first month.

But the pertinent question is — was that a bad thing?

Maybe that was what I needed. My writing needed time. I needed time.

Because while fighting all the demons that arose when I started writing, while fighting the resistance in my path, I found myself.

I am a better writer for it, tested and proven true.

So as I embark on another year-long trek, may the muse smile kindly on me and my creative journey.