# My Journey to Earning My First 8 Cents on Medium
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Chapter 1: The Thrill of Earning
Dear Reader,
I can hardly contain my excitement! It’s truly thrilling to see my initial earnings on Medium! While it may seem like a small amount, it signifies a significant milestone for me as I embark on monetizing my writing journey.
Over a year ago, I launched my lifestyle blog, Real Deal Mum. Like many bloggers, I navigated the typical challenges—setting up my website, publishing my first articles, and building an audience. Throughout this process, I remained engaged on social media and cherished the connections I made with my followers.
To further my growth, I decided to dive into the world of freelance writing and explore how to earn money for my work. That’s when I discovered Medium.
What steps did I take to achieve my first earnings?
- I began by reading various Medium articles to familiarize myself with the platform and its workings.
- I posted my first, second, and third articles on Medium.
- I followed writers who shared my interests and those who wrote about writing itself, immersing myself in their content.
- Within nine months, I managed to gather around 60 followers, all while dealing with the limitation of a few free reads each month. To reach my goal of joining the Medium Partner Program, I needed to surpass 100 followers.
- To increase my reading capacity, I became a Medium Member, which allowed me to explore more stories and engage actively by giving “claps”—up to 50 per story—and commenting on various articles.
- My follower count quickly climbed to 100, thanks to the supportive nature of the community, where following others often led to reciprocal follows.
- I applied for the Medium Partner Program.
The very next day, I was thrilled to see that I had earned $0.08! This was possible because Medium Members had read my stories prior to my acceptance into the Partner Program, and those earnings were counted.
What an incredible feeling! Thank you, Medium, for making my day!
Currently, my monthly target is to earn at least $5 to cover my membership fees. While it may sound like a slow start, I’m genuinely pleased with my progress.
Section 1.1: Learning and Growing
As I embarked on my Medium journey, I realized the importance of continuous learning.
In the video titled "Can you make money on Medium? I wrote 15 articles in 30 days. Here's what happened," the creator shares their experience of writing multiple articles within a month and the earnings that followed. This insightful discussion provides valuable tips for anyone looking to monetize their writing on Medium.
Section 1.2: Understanding Passive Income
The concept of passive income intrigued me as I explored different avenues for earning through writing.
In the video "Here's How Much Passive Income I Earned From Writing on Medium.com," the speaker provides an overview of their earnings journey on Medium. This video serves as an excellent resource for writers eager to understand the potential of passive income through their written work.
Chapter 2: Setting Goals and Moving Forward
As I continue on this path, I remain optimistic about my growth and the potential for increased earnings in the future. With every article I write and every connection I make, I am one step closer to achieving my goals on Medium.