Summary
After 13 years of managing a personal blog, the author decided to retire it in favor of focusing on Medium due to the hassle of maintenance, low viewership, the time-consuming nature of running the blog without pay, stiff competition, and dislike for SEO.
Abstract
The author has made the significant decision to retire their personal blog after over a decade of operation. This decision was not made lightly but was influenced by several factors, including the constant effort required to maintain a WordPress site, the frustration of low readership in comparison to the visibility on Medium, the unpaid labor intensity of running the blog, consistent competition from other blogs, and the draining aspects of search engine optimization (SEO). The author has since shifted their efforts to Medium, where they have experienced increased viewership and financial return, suggesting that this platform aligns better with their goals and provides a more rewarding experience.
Opinions
- Maintaining a personal blog was becoming increasingly burdensome, particularly in keeping up with WordPress updates and design trends.
- The author felt that their blog was not receiving the attention it deserved, with viewership being significantly lower than what they have experienced on Medium.
- Running the blog was akin to a full-time job, but without any financial compensation, which was unsustainable.
- The author perceived a significant gap between their blog and competitors, feeling they were always behind.
- SEO practices were seen as joyless and a detriment to the creative process, contributing to the decision to retire the blog.
- The transition to Medium has been positive, with the platform offering better visibility, engagement, and monetary rewards for the author's content.
