Exciting Outcomes from My First Month on Medium!
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Chapter 1: Initial Impressions
I embarked on my Medium journey somewhat randomly in November, publishing a few articles that went largely unnoticed. However, on December 31, 2023, I committed to writing regularly, marking the start of a productive month.
Throughout the past month, I've eagerly read about other writers' initial experiences on Medium, and I'm thrilled to share my own!
In just a month, I amassed 645 views, far exceeding my initial target of 150. However, my read ratio is hovering around 45%, indicating room for improvement. By analyzing my lower-performing articles, I can make adjustments, such as:
- Crafting engaging introductions to captivate readers
- Aligning titles with content to avoid misleading clickbait
- Enhancing article formatting for better readability
My view counts have varied significantly, resembling a mountain range, but I hope for more consistency in the coming month. The overall trend, however, is encouraging!
Section 1.1: Audience Growth
Reflecting on my earlier writing in December, where I gained just 20 followers, it's gratifying to see my follower count jump to 176 in January, nearing 200! While this number may seem modest compared to other writers, I am genuinely pleased with this growth.
Interestingly, I've also gathered 8 email subscribers—something I never anticipated! My heartfelt thanks go out to everyone supporting my journey.
Subsection 1.1.1: Output and Engagement
In the span of 31 days, I produced 36 articles. Some received minimal engagement, while others performed remarkably well. One standout article that gained 59 views truly opened my eyes to the potential for passive income and readership.
The first video, "Medium Stats for Beginners (complete breakdown)," provides a comprehensive overview of what to expect when starting on the platform.
Section 1.2: Earnings Analysis
To my astonishment, my earnings for this first month totaled $54.98. This breaks down to an average of $1.77 per day and $1.52 per article, which is quite remarkable! The earnings align with the Pareto principle, where 80% of the results come from 20% of the effort.
Never would I have imagined that sharing my thoughts could yield such returns. I am immensely grateful for this opportunity and the results thus far!
The second video, "12 months of writing on Medium, how much income did it generate?" offers insights into long-term earnings and strategies.
Moving Forward
This month has been a source of motivation with rising views, earnings, and followers. I am excited to continue writing and enhancing my presence on Medium. Wishing everyone the best on their Medium journey for the remainder of the year—let's grow together!
I hope you found this article enlightening. Thank you for taking the time to read!
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