# Unlocking Engagement and Earnings: Insights from My Writing Journey
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Chapter 1: My Writing Journey
In the world of online writing, sometimes a mere five words can lead to remarkable engagement and earnings.
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Disclaimer: With only 1.3k followers, 11.3k lifetime views, 3.5k reads, 700 comments, and 13.6k claps, I share my journey as a writer who believes in possibilities, not as someone trying to intimidate others.
My Writing Evolution
It took time for me to recognize my writing potential and begin honing it. When I finally committed, I published three articles in a single day. While they seemed standard to me, I soon realized they were missing critical editing elements.
Then I discovered a YouTube video by Ayodeji Awosika, which outlined the fundamentals and essential guidelines of effective writing. This resource sparked a transformation in my approach, leading to my most successful pieces.
My Creative Process
#### Sourcing Ideas
Every writer should ideally be a passionate reader—at least that's the common belief! However, I don't fit that mold. Unlike many, who draw inspiration from reading others, I gather ideas from listening to people.
This method does have its downsides, as my ideas may not always be cutting-edge, but when inspiration strikes, it's always uniquely my own.
#### Writing Methodology
I consider myself a free-spirited writer. Rarely do I delve into extensive research before crafting my articles. Most of my content stems from real-life experiences and discussions with friends and family.
In my early days, I would write in MS Word, then copy and paste my work here. Now, I often brainstorm numerous topics in drafts before deciding which to expand upon.
Earnings Per Engagement
Why focus on earnings per engagement?
This metric has had the most significant impact on my writing journey. For instance, achieving 5K views on a single article felt monumental. Securing 700 claps was impressive, and earning $75 from one piece was astonishing. Below, I outline my top articles based on engagement and earnings.
Article with Highest Engagement — 782 claps and counting.
Title: "Dear Medium Writer — Your Articles Will Receive Fewer Engagements With These Three Things"
This article emerged from my frustration over low engagement on previous pieces. Upon publishing, I had never received so many claps before, and I believe the key factors were the phrase "Medium Writer" and the article's candid nature.
Article with Highest Earnings — $75.40 and still rising.
Title: "Things Guys Won’t Tell You"
Surprisingly, this article started off modestly, averaging just 15 views daily. However, it eventually gained momentum, leading to a notable increase in my earnings, thanks to its appealing niche on relationships.
Article with Highest Views — 5.6k views and still climbing.
Title: "Keep An Eye On People Like Jeff Bezos — Be And Act As People Like Shaq O’ Neal"
This piece gave me newfound confidence in my writing journey. It gained instant traction upon publication, proving that I could reach a broad audience, even if it didn’t earn significantly.
Final Thoughts
This is merely my success story, and I anticipate more in the coming months. Don’t feel sorry for me; I'm actively improving my craft. Likewise, don’t be overly celebratory if your metrics exceed mine. Instead, focus on your writing, and you may achieve remarkable milestones like 120k views, 500k claps, and 20k comments—it's entirely feasible!
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