The Secret To Joining Medium’s Most Successful Writers Club
It begins with flipping the script on the stats
Statistics can be both enlightening and daunting. On Medium, insight by Buster Benson earlier this year, sheds light on the earnings spectrum. According to him, even with the new Partner Program logic comming into effect the stats are going to remain pretty stable.
29% of Medium’s writers earn between $100-$1000, while only 6% earn over $1000. (Full story)
At first glance, these numbers can appear discouraging, like an ominous roadblock on your journey to recognition and financial rewards…but only if you let them!
We can always flip the script on the stats. Yesterday I came across an insightful quote that sums up a fundamental mindset shift that is essential for anyone aiming to thrive on Medium, or any field for that matter:
"Look if you go into something with the mindset only the top 10% are successful... You aren’t going to be successful. You have to figure out how to be IN the top 10%. These people didn’t get there by accident."
So, if you approach your craft believing that success is reserved only for an. elite few, the chances are that you have already created a mental block that will hinder your growth. Therefore, you should instead consider: how can you be among the top percentile of writers on Medium?
Success, my friends, is not a privilege of luck or coincidence. It can come from dedication, perseverance, and strategic planning. People who carve out niches for themselves at the top of any field rarely just stumble upon their success accidentally. They carve their paths through diligence, consistent effort, and a relentless pursuit of improvement.
So, here’s the spark of motivation for you:
- be deliberate in your approach;
- analyze what sets the top performers apart, absorb their techniques, and implement them in your own unique way;
- embrace the learning curve,
- welcome constructive feedback; and
- continuously refine your craft.
Your success story on Medium awaits. A story crafted not by chance but by your determination to be among the top writers. So, keep writing, keep refining, and most importantly keep believing in your abilities. Every word you pen, every article you craft, contributes to your growth so keep honing your skills, experimenting with your style, and engaging with your audience.
The road may not be smooth and there will be challenges at every turn but remember to take each obstacle is an opportunity to learn and grow. Finally, celebrate your progress, no matter how small, and keep striving to improve.
Good luck, fellow writers!
