Inspiration for Writers and Readers
Why I Became a Friend of Medium
Giving back to the platform, which offers us many tangible and intangible benefits for writers and readers, is satisfying and rewarding.
Embracing the Vibrant Medium Community As a Friend Is an Investment in Engaging Stories of Inspiring Writers
Medium isn’t just a writing and reading platform. It is a community where stories weave a tapestry of inspiration and illumination. As an ardent reader, I immerse myself in over a hundred stories daily, absorbing diverse perspectives and gaining wisdom.
However, it struck me — merely paying $5 a month seemed insufficient for the immense value I gained. This realization stirred a sense of responsibility within me. I saw an opportunity to contribute more, to play a part in fostering this ecosystem of knowledge and creativity.
That’s when I encountered Medium’s new initiative, a chance for readers like me to empower writers further. It resonated deeply.
Therefore, today, I took a step beyond mere readership. So, I upgraded my tech account membership where I read most of the stories and publication account subscriptions for ILLUMINATION and ILLUMINATION-Curators to become a friend of Medium.
Why?
Because I believe in supporting the voices that enrich our lives daily and increasing the sustainability of this wonderful platform. Several volunteer editors use my publication accounts to review and read published stories to curate and amplify them in collections.
Joining this initiative isn’t just about unlocking exclusive stories or features. It’s about investing in a community that nurtures ideas, empowers writers, and amplifies meaningful narratives. It’s about becoming a friend of Medium, forging a bond beyond the transactional relationships.
Medium offers us immeasurable treasures, what I call intangible benefits. They are not just in the stories we read but in the connections we form, the ideas that spark change, and the voices that echo in our minds long after we have closed the tab.
So, here’s an invitation to readers
Please join me on this journey if you can afford it today. Let’s invest in the inspiring and informing writers who write stories we enjoy. As a writer and editor, I know how challenging it is to write quality stories. Let’s become friends with Medium, amplifying the impact of every word and making our reading experience more meaningful, memorable, and connected.
An Invitation to Non-Member Writers
Dear fellow writers,
I recently came across something that truly caught my attention, identified by our publication administrators. Out of the 25,000+ writers supported by my publications on Medium, over 8,000 are currently non-members. We dearly support them as a diverse and inclusive community.
This discovery brought to light something significant. These 8,000 active writers, while contributing valuable content, are not yet part of the paying community. This means around 17,000 paying writers are missing out on the support from this segment of readers.
Now, let’s take a moment to imagine something extraordinary. If these 8,000 writers chose to support the platform by investing just $5 a month, it could significantly boost our collective earnings.
This could contribute around $480,000 annually to the pool, a sum that would substantially benefit all writers.
It might seem like a drop in the bucket considering Medium’s vastness, but this collective effort could mean the world to our inspiring writers who pour their hearts and souls into their stories. It’s about creating sustainability and fostering an environment where every writer’s voice is valued and supported.
That’s why I extend this heartfelt invitation to all nonpaying writers. Your participation, even through a $5 plan or if you can afford a $15 friendship plan, can make an immense difference. Together, we can grow this platform and create a nurturing space where our collective contributions empower everyone.
Let’s build a better Medium where our contributions fuel growth, support, and happiness for all writers. Your step towards becoming a paying member could be the catalyst that transforms our writing community.
The more we give, the more we receive.
Warm regards,
Chief Editor of ILLUMINATION Integrated Publications on Medium
In addition to writing health and wellness stories from my main account and supporting my big publications like ILLUMINATION and ILLUMINATION-Curated as chief editor, I now, as a technologist, focus on Technology Hits to curate impactful stories from writers who write about technology, business, and leadership. Here is a sample collection which also includes links to my goals and focus for Technology Hits.
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