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How Medium is Working Out for Me
Personal experience with the platform so far
When I first started on Medium, I wasn’t expecting a tidal wave of subscribers. I knew it would be a climb — a slow, deliberate ascent to reach the people who need to hear what I have to say. And let me tell you, that’s exactly what it’s been. A slow rise. But here’s the thing: slow doesn’t mean stagnant. It means steady, it means sustainable, and most importantly, it means real growth.
Medium has become more than just a platform for my words; it’s become a crucible where I test my ideas, sharpen my insights, and connect with like-minded individuals. It’s not about chasing virality or quick wins. It’s about building a foundation that can withstand the test of time. I could push harder, sure. I could relentlessly plug my Substack in every paragraph, corner every reader with a CTA. But I don’t. Because that’s not the relationship I want to have with my audience. I’m here to offer value, not to hound for clicks.
Every time I see a new subscriber trickle in, it feels like planting a seed. It’s a commitment on both ends — me to continue delivering content worth reading, and them to stick around for the journey. And just like any good gardener knows, the best harvests come from the crops that take time to grow. My following on Medium may be growing slowly, but it’s…
