Can Short Articles Thrive on Medium? Exploring Their Success
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Understanding Short Articles and Success on Medium
Before delving into my thoughts on the viability of short articles on Medium, it's essential to clarify what I mean by a "short article" and how I define a successful piece. The concept of success can vary significantly from one person to another, leading to diverse interpretations.
In my view, a successful article is one that generates revenue on Medium exceeding $30–$40 over a given timeframe. While some might consider this amount modest, I believe any article earning more than this threshold can be deemed successful. Furthermore, I define a short article as one that can be read within 2 to 3 minutes.
With this framework in place, let's explore whether short articles can indeed find success. Specifically, let’s identify how many 2-minute reads can accumulate earnings beyond $40.
First Example Article
How I Achieved Success on Medium: From 0 to 10,000 Followers
I want to extend my gratitude to my followers and hope you have gained valuable insights from my experiences…
Second Example Article
Why You Should Become a "Friend of Medium"
I recently noticed that Medium introduced a new membership plan called "Friend of Medium." Unfortunately, I didn’t have…
Third Example Article
Why Joining Medium Was My Best Decision
Initially, I intended to write this article at the end of the month to evaluate the benefits of being a Member…
These three articles are just a few examples of 2-minute reads that have generated revenue exceeding $40. Additionally, many articles with earnings between $20 and $30 also fall within this 2-minute reading time. I even have instances of articles earning over $100 with a 3-minute reading duration, all without any promotional boosts.
Exploring Audience Growth on Medium
How to Gain 100 Followers on Medium in Under 5 Days
When considering writing for Medium, it's important to take the time to identify a niche. If you aim to monetize your content…
As illustrated, I prefer crafting short articles that encompass all necessary information. Most of my pieces are under 3 minutes, and my monthly earnings on Medium range from $150 to $350.
In your opinion, do you think short articles can be successful on Medium?
Chapter 1: The Viability of Short Articles
Short articles can indeed find success on Medium. Let’s analyze this further.
The first video titled "How Much Money You Can Make Writing on Medium in 2024" discusses various revenue potentials for writers on the platform.
Chapter 2: Getting Started on Medium
Understanding how to start writing effectively is crucial.
The second video, "How to Get Started Writing on Medium in 2024 (and Earning Money)," provides insights on launching your writing career on the platform.