Unlocking the Secrets to 10,000 Views on Medium in Just One Month
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Chapter 1: My Journey Begins
On May 23rd, I embarked on my writing adventure on Medium, not with the goal of earning money, but rather to share my thoughts and connect with others. Despite hearing various strategies from influencers, I remained skeptical about their claims. Instead of focusing on financial gain, my priority was to attract attention and increase my viewership.
The equation is straightforward: Quantity = Quality.
In just five weeks, I've published around 37 articles. I firmly believe that for new writers—or anyone aiming to establish a social media presence—quantity and quality hold equal importance. By producing a diverse range of articles, I've been able to learn what resonates with readers and what doesn't. As evident, I still make mistakes, even with some of my recent pieces.
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Consistency is Key
I should have emphasized this earlier: developing a consistent writing routine took me about two weeks. There were days when I had to push myself to write, even when I lacked motivation. However, this persistence is vital, especially knowing that immediate results are unlikely. As illustrated in the initial chart, it wasn't until last week that I began to see a significant uptick in views.
Section 1.1: Analyze and Adapt
Rather than fixating on a specific niche, I write about topics that interest me, such as technology, religion, and conspiracies. Understanding my audience—who I also enjoy reading—has been beneficial. When I receive feedback from my followers, whether positive or negative, it enhances my engagement. Building genuine relationships leads to organic growth in views over time.
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Section 1.2: Mastering SEO Basics
Before publishing any article, it's essential to navigate to the 'more settings' option next to the green Publish button. Here, you can refine your meta title and description. Aim for a title around 50 characters and a description of about 150 characters. I experiment with wording to clearly convey the essence of my article. Medium excels at showcasing articles; it's no surprise that a Google search often leads to someone’s Medium piece ranking highly.
Chapter 2: Avoiding the Hype
Don't be swayed by the myriad of "courses" and "e-books" promising growth hacks and secrets. Most of them are merely regurgitations of strategies that worked for someone else. Ultimately, you may find yourself emulating others rather than focusing on your unique voice. Remember, this journey may not yield the same results for everyone. This month could be my peak, and things might decline afterward. Instead of stressing, I choose to embrace the ebb and flow of life.
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For the first week of July, I plan to refrain from checking my stats. I challenge you to do the same! I'll continue writing about what fascinates me and engaging with similar content. If my work is compelling, it will shine through; if not, there's always next month.
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This article was published on July 1st, 2024, in Long. Sweet. Valuable. publication.