avatarAlina Pitt

Summary

The author expresses gratitude for their Medium Friends Membership, highlighting the benefits received, including a tote bag, improved earnings, and community engagement.

Abstract

The article titled "Thank You Medium For My Tote Bag" details the author's positive experience with the Medium Friends Membership (FoM). Initially unsure, the author decided to upgrade to FoM shortly after its introduction, leading to a series of rewards such as receiving a tote bag for being among the first 500 members. The author enthusiastically describes the tote bag's quality and shares photos from a rainy-day photoshoot. The decision to join FoM has resulted in increased earnings, new friendships, and a sense of alignment with Medium's evolving platform and vision. Despite the higher monthly fee, the author considers it a worthwhile investment, appreciating Medium's efforts to support writers financially. The article concludes with well-wishes for the new year and an invitation to follow the author's work.

Opinions

  • The author is satisfied with the Friends of Medium membership, considering it a valuable investment.
  • The tote bag received as a FoM member is appreciated for its size and material quality.
  • The author has seen a significant improvement in their Medium stats and earnings since becoming a FoM.
  • There is a strong belief in the Medium Team's commitment to increasing writers' earnings and fostering a positive community.
  • The author feels a sense of pride and connection with Medium's mission and changes in leadership and algorithm.
  • The article conveys excitement for the future possibilities on Medium and the author's journey on the platform.

Thank You Medium For My Tote Bag

I Became A Friend Of Medium

My AI-Self and my Friends of Medium (FoM) Tote Bag, created by author with hotpot.ai

I wasn't sure what becoming a Friend of Medium (FoM) meant at first, but I love writing and I love this platform. So, despite my initial uncertainty, I upgraded to FoM just a couple of days after it was first offered.

The first few weeks have been fantastic. I'm really happy I signed up for FoM and applied for the tote bag. I was one of the first 500 that became a FoM and today was the day I received the FoM tote bag.

Me with my new Medium Tote Bag Today, copyright by author

It is big and the material is 100% cotton. I love it.

I was so excited about it that I went out in the rain for a small photo shoot.

This was one of the best decisions of 2023, to become a FoM and I don’t regret it at all. My stats are up, my earnings improved drastically and I made a bunch of new friends, just because of my membership upgrade.

Sure, I’m now spending three times the normal membership fee per month, but I still believe these fifteen dollars are a worthwhile investment. Often, we spend money without much thought, but I’m very conscious about these fifteen dollars.

I’m thrilled that the Medium Team considered ways to increase earnings for writers. Money is something everyone needs, and initially, trust in their efforts and ideas is crucial.

I believe that thanks to FoM, many writers like me can actually earn a real income here.

A lot has changed on this platform in recent years: the CEO has changed, and the algorithm has adapted multiple times. But I’m confident that the Medium Team’s vision aligns with my beliefs — connecting humans, sharing genuine human experiences, and fostering the growth of the human race on this platform.

Me with my new FoM Tote Bag, copyright by author

The rain today in Queensland, Australia, didn’t stop me from donning my favorite Thai outfit and taking pictures with my new, super big, awesome FoM tote bag.

Thank you to the entire Medium Team. You all rock!

Pictures of the Medium Card, copyright by author
Insight Writing in the FoM Tote Bag, copyright by author

2024 has already had a great start, and I’m excited to see where my Medium journey will take me this year.

I’m ready to soar high.

Happy New Year!

Namasté

Your Alina

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