Aiming for 100 Followers: A Commitment to Writing Growth
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The Journey to 100 Followers
With a surge of articles titled “How to gain 100 followers” popping up on Medium lately, I've decided it’s time to set aside my hesitations and truly commit to writing on this platform. I often find myself overwhelmed by stories of others achieving thousands of reads on their work, and I can’t help but feel a twinge of envy as I scroll through their impressive earnings charts.
I’ve been searching for motivation to take action for nearly a year, but my struggle with imposter syndrome has left me second-guessing my abilities. Yet, reflecting on my personal growth over the last few months—from leaving everything familiar to study abroad to living independently—I realize that my writing aspirations should be more manageable than I’ve been making them out to be. So, here’s my plan.
A 30-Day Writing Challenge
My goal is to produce thirty pieces of writing in the next month. These can range from short stories and poetry to essays on topics that resonate with me, such as personal development and introspective thoughts of a young adult. I aim to rekindle my writing habit; there was a time when writing was a constant in my life. However, I also want to maintain the quality of my work, as simply churning out content isn’t the goal. In an age flooded with social media, creating meaningful pieces that satisfy both myself and my audience is essential.
Engagement Over Numbers
It’s easy to follow someone and then forget about them, reducing them to just another number on your profile. While many on this platform seek to profit, I’m not here to pretend I’m above that; I’m just a college student watching my budget. Yet, there’s no reason we can’t pursue financial gain while still being engaging. I aspire to read more, broaden my perspectives, and learn from others’ experiences. Everyone has a story, and I’m eager to read as many as I can, hoping you’ll take the time to engage with mine. To facilitate this, I plan to join a few Read for Read groups and hope to find acceptance into them.
The Bigger Picture
My overarching aim is multifaceted: to cultivate an audience that appreciates my writing, to gain enough followers to qualify for the Medium Partner Program and earn some income, and to revive my love for reading and writing. Currently, I have 51 followers, and I anticipate that number will grow as I engage more actively. However, my focus is not solely on follower count; I miss the days when I was an enthusiastic reader and writing was my escape from obscurity. I invite you to join me on this journey of rediscovery; it promises to be an exciting adventure.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, even if it’s just one of you. I would greatly appreciate your claps and comments, as your engagement means a lot to me.
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