Stay Inspired on Medium: Tips for Writers with Low Engagement
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Chapter 1: Finding Motivation in Low Engagement
For those of us on Medium with a limited audience and minimal reads, it can feel like our voices are lost in a vast emptiness. Despite the challenges, I’ve discovered effective strategies to keep my passion for writing alive, even when the numbers aren’t in my favor.
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Section 1.1: Setting Attainable Goals
A crucial aspect of my writing journey is establishing small, reachable goals. For example, I enjoy trying out different writing styles or committing to produce at least three articles weekly. This approach allows me to avoid fixating on metrics like follower counts or claps, thus giving me a clear focus on what I can control.
Subsection 1.1.1: Emphasizing Growth Over Perfection
Every piece I write is a chance to express my thoughts and enhance my writing abilities. Rather than obsessing over claps and views, I measure my progress by how much I’ve learned or the areas I can improve. While those claps and reads do matter, my current focus is on honing my craft.
Section 1.2: Celebrating Small Achievements
Recently, I received an email from a publisher interested in featuring my work, which brought me immense joy. It reassured me that my writing resonates with at least one person. Despite low engagement metrics, I celebrate these small victories and am grateful for every reader, clap, and comment I receive.
Chapter 2: Building Connections and Writing with Purpose
The first video discusses techniques to shift your mindset and find motivation to study, which can be applied to writing as well.
Connecting with fellow writers is another significant source of motivation for me. I genuinely enjoy reading the articles of others. Many pieces I've encountered have introduced me to new writing techniques, expanded my knowledge, or fostered connections with other authors. I'm more than willing to invest in a subscription to support and learn from my peers.
The second video offers insights on maintaining motivation while writing a book for the first time, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the creative process.
Section 2.1: Writing What Matters to You
My writing revolves around topics that I am passionate about, allowing me to initiate meaningful conversations. The need for external validation fades when I focus on subjects that truly matter to me.
Section 2.2: Recalling Your Initial Motivation
When faced with challenges, such as receiving no reads or claps, I remind myself of why I began my writing journey on Medium. Whether it was to connect with like-minded individuals, earn money, share my thoughts, or enhance my skills, I center myself on that initial inspiration.
There’s no room for surrender, as I know that meaningful achievements require time and effort.
Section 2.3: Learning from Others
I closely follow other emerging writers and observe how they navigate their journeys. Their experiences inspire me, particularly since even those with large followings can experience low engagement. I draw motivation from their successes and the sense of community that exists among us.
Embracing the journey, regardless of how long it takes to reach my goals, is essential. I realize that staying motivated as a lesser-known writer is challenging, but by concentrating on the process, maintaining my passion, celebrating progress, and learning from others, the journey becomes significantly more manageable.