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tuck in writer’s block.</p><p id="8888">I’d say write within limits and pick two or three niches that interest you. This will foster your creativity and expand your versatility as a writer. So, try not to limit yourself to only <i>one</i> niche.</p><h2 id="0925">Narrow down your topic</h2><p id="a226">Any topic you write on, you must go from broad to narrow. So for example, if your topic of interest is health, you have to narrow it down to specific things you’re going to discuss. Do you want to talk about exercise? Unhealthy habits? Yoga? Meditation?</p><p id="5278">Structure your article around the specific point of discussion. Think about the central point or idea you’re trying to convey to readers.</p><p id="175f">If your mind is going in many different directions, you must pause for a second and think about the focal point or direction in which you want to write your article.</p><h1 id="2b7e">Write engaging and compelling content</h1><p id="15a7">You should always write for readers — not for yourself. Who wants to read a boring article filled with all the stuff about “you”? Medium is not your journal or diary. Always write with your audience in mind.</p><p id="d9b4">Your articles should offer value and advice to readers. After reading it, they should walk away with more knowledge to improve their lives and become better versions of themselves.</p><p id="cca3">If you’re writing a personal story, don’t make it all about “you.” Unless the readers can emotionally relate to your story, they won’t read your article. Every story you write must have a hook. Find something that will attract the readers that from reading it, they’ll be

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able to relate to <i>their</i> life in some way.</p><h2 id="2719">Aim for Listicles</h2><p id="9a90">From my experience, they do well on Medium. Out of all the articles I’ve written so far, listicles stood out.</p><p id="7e54">Write articles with titles like: “3 Ways to Stay Motivated” or “5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Lifestyle.”</p><h2 id="43b3">Aim for quality as opposed to quantity</h2><p id="00d8">Yes, do try to write regularly, but if your quality suffers as a result of you pushing to write every day, then it’s not worth it. When I first started, I published only once per week, then as I got into the groove, I starting publishing more often, like 2–3 times per week.</p><p id="bd1a">I also learned from my experience that quality articles can go a long way. Every time I produce a great piece, even though I have limited views due to a small following, I receive more than one clap from a single reader. I often get like 10, 20, or even 50 claps every time someone reads my article. That proves that quality speaks for itself.</p><p id="d7ae">Start by producing your first quality article, get it out to the readers, observe readers’ engagement, and take mental notes. Get a feel of what readers want. If your content sparked their interest and they liked it, it’ll show in the number of claps you’ll get. You can then gauge your future content based on the engagement from your readers.</p><p id="6f03">Finally, I’ll add that patience and consistency is the key to producing great work. Even if you don’t publish every day, maintain a consistent effort at producing quality content. Aim for both: quality and consistency.</p></article></body>

Writing Tips for New Medium Writers

After being on Medium for three months, I have some insights to share with new writers.

I’ve been a writer on Medium for three months now. Ever since I became a member, I’ve consistently produced articles from day one. I’m here to share some insights with writers who are new on the platform and are taking their first steps.

Here are my tips:

First consume — then produce

To generate topics and compelling ideas, you have to read extensively. The ideas won’t pop in your head by magic. You have to read to gain knowledge first before you share it with the world.

Your ideas will naturally come to you after you read and do your research. They come from reading and getting information from books, the internet, magazines. Some also come from personal experiences.

The more you read, the more potentially interesting and compelling topics you can generate for your readers. Reading articles on Medium is a great place to start.

Pick a few niches

I disagree with the popular advice that you should only stick to one niche. Limiting yourself to only one area is a surefire way to run out of ideas and be stuck in writer’s block.

I’d say write within limits and pick two or three niches that interest you. This will foster your creativity and expand your versatility as a writer. So, try not to limit yourself to only one niche.

Narrow down your topic

Any topic you write on, you must go from broad to narrow. So for example, if your topic of interest is health, you have to narrow it down to specific things you’re going to discuss. Do you want to talk about exercise? Unhealthy habits? Yoga? Meditation?

Structure your article around the specific point of discussion. Think about the central point or idea you’re trying to convey to readers.

If your mind is going in many different directions, you must pause for a second and think about the focal point or direction in which you want to write your article.

Write engaging and compelling content

You should always write for readers — not for yourself. Who wants to read a boring article filled with all the stuff about “you”? Medium is not your journal or diary. Always write with your audience in mind.

Your articles should offer value and advice to readers. After reading it, they should walk away with more knowledge to improve their lives and become better versions of themselves.

If you’re writing a personal story, don’t make it all about “you.” Unless the readers can emotionally relate to your story, they won’t read your article. Every story you write must have a hook. Find something that will attract the readers that from reading it, they’ll be able to relate to their life in some way.

Aim for Listicles

From my experience, they do well on Medium. Out of all the articles I’ve written so far, listicles stood out.

Write articles with titles like: “3 Ways to Stay Motivated” or “5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Lifestyle.”

Aim for quality as opposed to quantity

Yes, do try to write regularly, but if your quality suffers as a result of you pushing to write every day, then it’s not worth it. When I first started, I published only once per week, then as I got into the groove, I starting publishing more often, like 2–3 times per week.

I also learned from my experience that quality articles can go a long way. Every time I produce a great piece, even though I have limited views due to a small following, I receive more than one clap from a single reader. I often get like 10, 20, or even 50 claps every time someone reads my article. That proves that quality speaks for itself.

Start by producing your first quality article, get it out to the readers, observe readers’ engagement, and take mental notes. Get a feel of what readers want. If your content sparked their interest and they liked it, it’ll show in the number of claps you’ll get. You can then gauge your future content based on the engagement from your readers.

Finally, I’ll add that patience and consistency is the key to producing great work. Even if you don’t publish every day, maintain a consistent effort at producing quality content. Aim for both: quality and consistency.