WRITER’S STORIES
Seven (7) tips that you can follow.
When I first joined Medium, I remember reading somewhere that only about 5% of writers make $100 or more monthly. This statistic stuck with me and became a personal milestone. “Can I be part of that 5%?” I often wondered.
After several months on the platform, my stories started gaining traction, but I hadn’t earned more than $65 in any given month. My initial goal was relatively modest — to earn around $100 per month.
Now that I’ve finally achieved this goal, I’m setting my sights higher, aiming for $200 next. It feels similar to my journey with followers; my goal started at 500, then 1000, 1500, and now 2000.
“This journey has taught me persistence pays off,” I reminded myself.
If you stay on Medium long enough and continue to write, you will eventually meet your goals.
This has certainly been my experience. Reflecting on my recent success, I realize I did a few things differently this past month that contributed significantly to my earnings surpassing $100.
I want to share these strategies with you in the hope that they will also help you increase your earnings.
1 — Increasing Article Output
One of the most significant changes I made was increasing the number of articles I wrote each week.
Previously, I wrote one or two articles per week, but I noticed a remarkable shift when I started writing four to five articles weekly.
Writing every day seemed too ambitious and unsustainable, but four to five weekly articles struck the right balance.
“There’s something transformative about writing more frequently on Medium,” I thought.
Some days, the words flow effortlessly; on others, it’s a struggle.
On days when inspiration strikes, I write as much as possible without worrying too much about editing.
I focus on getting the ideas out of my head and onto the page.
Later, when I’m not feeling as creative or have less time, I go back and edit these articles, refining and polishing them for publication.
This approach has increased my output and improved my consistency, keeping my readers engaged with regular content.
2 — Writing Longer, Engaging Content
Another pivotal change was making my articles longer.
I learned that the longer someone reads your story, the more you earn. However, writing longer content alone isn’t enough; it must be engaging.
If your article is lengthy but fails to hold the reader’s attention, they’ll likely leave before finishing, which won’t help your earnings or reader retention.
“Initially, I resisted writing longer articles because I personally prefer shorter reads,” I admitted.
However, observing successful Medium writers who often write lengthy articles inspired me to experiment with longer content.
The key is ensuring every part of your article is engaging and adds value to the reader.
3 — Growing Your Follower Base
Followers play a crucial role in your success on Medium. “When I started actively following other writers, many followed me back,” I noted, which helped increase my visibility on the platform.
Having a larger follower base doesn’t guarantee they will read all your stories, but it does put you on their radar.
“I’ve noticed that writers with a substantial following often have more credibility,” I reflected.
They’ve either been on Medium for a long time or have consistently produced quality content.
This credibility can attract more readers to your stories, increasing your chances of higher earnings.
4 — Repurposing Old Articles
After being on Medium for a while, you’ll notice that some of your older articles aren’t performing well.
Instead of deleting these underperforming stories, I considered repurposing them.
“Change the title, restructure the content, and tweak anything that could use improvement,” I reminded myself.
Sometimes, a simple title change can bring new life into an article.
“Recently, I learned how to embed links in my stories,” I said excitedly.
I revisited some of my older articles and added links to related content.
This strategy revived those articles and encouraged readers to explore more of my work, increasing overall engagement.
5 — Utilizing Popular Keywords
Writing frequently within a niche and using relevant keywords is another effective strategy.
For instance, I write a lot about IoT and entrepreneurship — these are my keywords, and they have a substantial following.
“Incorporate these keywords in your titles and headings within the articles,” I advised myself.
Keywords help your stories get found on Medium and through search engines like Google.
They tell search engines what your story is about, which is crucial for getting more views.
6 — Writing for Your Audience
Understanding and writing for your audience is paramount. “Consider who your readers are and what they are looking for,” I constantly reminded myself.
Are you teaching them something new or sharing a personal story?
Tailoring your content to meet your audience’s expectations and needs will help you connect with them better and keep them coming back for more.
7 — Writing Because You Love It
Today, I can confidently say that I have become a much better writer thanks to the practice and feedback I’ve received on this platform.
Writing frequently has improved my skills and solidified my identity as a writer.
“Reaching the $100 mark is a significant milestone,” I thought with satisfaction, but the love for writing will keep you going in the long run.
By focusing on your passion and continuously honing your craft, the financial rewards and recognition will follow.
My journey to earning $100 monthly on Medium has been one of persistence, strategic adjustments, and much learning.
By increasing my output, writing longer and more engaging articles, growing my follower base, repurposing old content, using popular keywords, and writing with my audience in mind, I’ve been able to achieve this milestone.
And above all, writing because I love it has made the journey worthwhile.
If you’re on a similar path, I hope these insights will help you reach and surpass your goals on Medium.
“This experience has reaffirmed my belief in perseverance and adaptability,” I concluded.
As I look forward to new goals and challenges, I remain committed to sharing my journey and insights with fellow writers and readers on Medium.
Together, we can continue to grow, learn, and succeed.
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