Summary

The article emphasizes that personal fulfillment, experience, and knowledge can lead to a sense of millionaire status, which is more attainable and rewarding than a seven-figure bank account, and it can be achieved by engaging a small, dedicated audience through consistent writing and relationship building.

Abstract

The article "Top 5 Ways to Make Money With 40 Followers" argues that true wealth comes from personal fulfillment and freedom rather than merely financial abundance. It suggests that even with a modest following, one can achieve significant impact and financial success by focusing on providing value, building relationships, and continuously learning and improving. The author, who experienced a rapid increase from 2 to 40 followers, asserts that a dedicated audience is more valuable than a large number of indifferent ones. The piece encourages writers to prioritize writing every day, building their platform, fostering relationships within the industry, offering value to their audience, and committing to lifelong learning. The author posits that these strategies will naturally lead to financial success without the need for shortcuts.

Opinions

The author believes that the true essence of wealth is the freedom it provides, not material possessions.
The article conveys that personal fulfillment and knowledge are key components of being a 'millionaire' in a non-monetary sense.
It is suggested that a small, engaged audience is more valuable than a large, unengaged one.
The author emphasizes the importance of consistency in writing and engagement to grow one's audience organically.
The piece criticizes the pursuit of shortcuts to success, advocating for dedication and hard work instead.
It is implied that self-doubt and hypothetical problems are major barriers to achieving success as a writer.

Top 5 Ways to Make Money With 40 Followers

Small following, big impact: How a small but dedicated audience can transform your life

Becoming a millionaire with just a few followers may seem like a pipe dream, but it’s more achievable than you might think.

I’m almost certain I can read your mind right now. Surely you’re expecting to see my stats or better yet my seven-figure bank account. 💰

But how can I blame you?

We’re used to associating the word ‘millionaire’ with money and a bank account. Okay, I admit it. I would have thought so, too.

Of course, I am not here pretending to be a guru trying to convince you that money is useless, or that the real millionaires are others. Because it’s not true.

Money matters. It unlocks choices. Freedom is one of the choices.

The freedom to do what you want with the time you have left.

Naval says it best: “The reason you want wealth is that it buys you your freedom. So, you don’t have to wear a tie like a collar around your neck. So, you don’t have to wake up at 7:00 AM, rush to work, and sit in commute traffic.”

You don’t need sports cars, luxury, or yachts. I’m sure those could be fun, for a while.

Freedom is what we all want!

It allows you to wake up when you feel like it. Take the dog out for a walk when you feel like it. Go on vacation with your lover when you feel like it.

In fairness, one of the reasons, you came to read this article, is to know how to become a millionaire.

I’m quite aware of that. And in all honesty, I would have done the same.🙌

But let me tell you something.

I already consider myself a millionaire.

I bet you’re thinking, “You’re so out of your mind.”😅

But let me tell you a couple of things this ‘crazy girl’ learned in such a short time.

Becoming a millionaire in terms of personal fulfillment, experience, and knowledge is a more achievable and rewarding goal than a seven-figure bank account.

In just one day I went from 2 followers to 40 followers.

For some, it may seem something insignificant. Even more for those who practice follow for follow. But I can assure you it’s not insignificant at all. Quite the opposite.

40 followers are worth more than 100 followers!

I take this opportunity to thank each of them, for following me, supporting me, and proving that I am doing it right.

And if you too have 5, 10, or 20 followers, let me tell you, you’re already a millionaire.

Think about it. If you succeeded to get 5 or 10 people to follow you, you can get hundreds or thousands of followers if you want.

Who stops you? Nobody but yourself!

“Yes, but hundreds of writers out there are better than me. Where will I find all these people interested in my article?” you must be thinking. But see.

You haven’t started yet and you’re already thinking about problems that don’t exist, and maybe won’t exist. As I said before, there’s no one to stop you but yourself.

Now I want to ask you a question. How did you get those 5 people interested in what you write? Well, simple. You didn’t think about it. You started writing because I assume you love doing it.

Don’t you just love it when you sit down to write, open the blank page and let the words flow?

If the answer is yes then keep doing what you’re doing. Stop looking for shortcuts to becoming a millionaire. You already are one of them.

Keep going down this road, and you’ll see that money will come very soon.

You won’t even notice when it happened.

Don’t waste any more time. Through this story, I would like you to understand that there are no shortcuts to success. I’m certainly not saying that my post is a waste of time. Absolutely not.

I’ve invested time in this. And that’s what I want to show you.

With time, commitment, and dedication, you can make people care about what you have to say.

If I had spent hours searching through the various articles here on Medium on how to become a millionaire with 40 followers, I would have found hundreds of articles.

And right now you wouldn’t be reading this article, but like me, you would have spent hours trying to find a way in vain.

Let me give you a few tips that I applied almost without realizing and have worked for me so far:

1. Write every day

The more you write, the better you get. Make a habit of writing every day, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Set aside time each day to work on your writing and make it a priority.

2. Build your platform

As a writer, your platform is your website, blog, and other channels that you use to connect with your audience. Building a platform and using it to grow your audience and reach is essential. Be active, post regularly, and engage with your readers.

3. Build relationships

Build relationships with other writers, editors, publishers, and anyone else who can help you advance your career. Attend events, join writing groups, and participate in online forums to connect with other writers and industry professionals.

4. Give value

To attract and retain a loyal audience, you need to provide value. By giving value, you’ll build a community of loyal followers that will support you and help you achieve your goals. If you want followers, be someone worth following.

5. Keep learning

The writing industry is constantly evolving, and it’s essential to keep learning and adapting. Read books, take courses, and attend workshops. The more you learn, the better equipped you’ll be to succeed as a writer.

Success is more about staying in the game long enough and improving your skills every day.

In conclusion, don’t ever ask people to follow you. “Follow me back?” is the saddest question on the Internet.

Hope you enjoyed the post. Any constructive feedback is welcome.