The Ultimate Guide to Writing on Medium

Answers to practically any question relating to writing on Medium

As a frequent Medium writer and platform enthusiast, I receive a lot of questions about achieving success on Medium.

I have an entire publication on the topic. A widely read newsletter containing regular tips and tricks. My own Facebook group for Medium writers.

It’s safe to say I spend a lot of time thinking about Medium.

However, while I’ve tried to make my content as useful as possible, I’m a firm believer that organizing information for readers so that it is clear and accessible is just as valuable as publishing it.

What good is insightful content if nobody ever reads it?

That is why I created this guide.

I’m hoping that the multi-step and somewhat interactive layout will help writers find the content they need, in an efficient manner.

Instructions: select the topic, which best addresses your question or area of interest, and click on one of the corresponding section tabs listed below.

The section topics cover 8 key areas relating to Medium:

1. About Medium — This section is useful for basic questions about Medium Examples: Who founded Medium? What is Medium? What are some key stats that explain why I should use Medium over a self-hosted blog?
2. Medium Article Format — This section is useful for new writers trying to learn how to format their articles, as well as experienced users who are looking for subtle tips and tricks to help their article stand out among the crowded field of articles. Examples: How do I edit the meta description of my Medium story? How can I add custom symbols to my article? How can I create a bulleted list?
3. Medium Partner Program Earnings — This section contains all information to the Medium Partner Program and earning money as a writer on Medium. Examples: How much money can you make writing for Medium? How does Medium compare to a self hosted blogging site, that I create myself? How often do top earning writers publish?
4. Medium Publications — This section is useful for users who want to create (and perfect) their own publication. It is also a great way for writers to find useful publications and learn how to submit their own articles to these publications. Examples: How do I create a Medium Publication? How do I submit my content to a publication? What are the advantages and disadvantages of creating your own Medium publication?
5. Medium Curation — This section contains content aimed at demystifying the curation process. Examples: What is Medium curation and it essential to my success on Medium? What topics are eligible for Medium curation? Are there things I should avoid in my article in order to improve my odds of curation?
6. Medium Writing Tips — This section contains answers to questions relating to Medium writing tips. Examples: What are some of your top tips for a new Medium writer? How can I improve my Medium article formatting? How can I boost my earnings on existing articles?
7. Medium Statistics & Data Analytics — This section contains answers to questions relating to Medium’s internal statistics and data analytics tools that writers have access to. Examples: How does Medium calculate read time? What are fans? Do claps affect my earnings?
8. Medium FAQs — This section contains a list of some of the most frequently asked questions about Medium. Examples: How can I add a kicker to my title and subtitle? How much does Medium pay its writers? How do I get published in a publication (other than my own)?

Note: I plan to keep this guide updated regularly and will continue to add content. So, if you enjoy this guide, be sure to save or bookmark this page (CTRL + D) for future reference.

— Casey Botticello

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Casey Botticello is an internet entrepreneur and the founder of Blogging Guide, an online community of writers with an award-winning newsletter. He is also the creator of the popular Medium Writing Course and the Substack Newsletter Course.

Casey previously worked at several tech startups, a lobbying & strategic communications firm, and has created several businesses of his own. He is a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania, where he received his B.A. in Urban Studies.

You can connect with him on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, follow his Medium publications, Digital Marketing Lab and Medium Blogging Guide, or reach out to him directly on his personal website.