How I Gained 3,000 Followers on Medium in Just 90 Days
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Chapter 1: My Journey Begins
My experience on Medium started with a disappointing launch. On March 4, I published my first article, only to find it received no views or reads. I had high hopes and expectations, but the reality was disheartening.
On my first day:
Views: 0
Reads: 0
Earnings: $0.01
Followers: 39
Despite the rocky beginning, my follower count surged to 1,000 within a month, largely due to the encouragement I received from those who supported my writing efforts.
Writing has always been a challenge for me, as I'm quite social and struggle to find time to dedicate to my craft. However, by May 27, my follower count soared to 3,500—a significant milestone that I owe to my audience.
I'm immensely thankful to God, my team at Illumination, and the publication editors who provided me with writing opportunities. One key takeaway from my journey is the importance of studying successful writers. I explored their profiles to understand their writing styles and optimization techniques.
I made it a point to write consistently, believing it was crucial to maintain a regular connection with my audience. Initially, I thought focusing on a single niche was the way to go, but I soon realized that diversifying my topics was more beneficial. Joining various publications helped broaden my reach.
Improving my titles and honing my writing skills were also pivotal in engaging with my followers. I always responded to comments and interacted with other writers, which helped foster a community around my work.
What started as a side project has now become my full-time endeavor. I continuously prioritize my audience's interests and preferences.
I want to take a moment to acknowledge some of my supporters: Michelle, Biaozhou, Poppy, Adrian CDTPPW, Kristen Kay Brady, Damion Davis, Rubelahmedrti, Bela Figueira, Marc Johns, Hugo, Robert Ralph, BWenz The Pug 🐾 Pawspectives, Justin Moody, Scotty Bird, Lucas A. Davidson, Justin Wandrey, Maya Hayden, and Aiden (Owner of Illumination Gaming). Your encouragement has been invaluable.
Conclusion
Engaging with fellow writers and consistently producing content turned out to be the best strategies in my journey. The results have been remarkable. Hard work and passion are essential components of success in any field. With dedication, it's possible to transform your stats from zero to thousands.
Thanks for taking the time to read my story!
Chapter 2: Tips for Gaining Followers
To further enhance your follower count on Medium, consider watching the following videos:
The first video, "How To Gain Your First 100+ Followers on Medium," provides insights into effective strategies for attracting your initial audience.
The second video, "How to Get Followers on Medium," offers additional tips to grow your follower base and engage with your readers effectively.