Chapter 1: Analyzing Medium's Impact on Earnings

Over the past year on Medium, I’ve witnessed various fluctuations in earnings—not just for myself, but for many others as well. Throughout this time, I’ve examined the concerns raised by users regarding their financial returns. The platform often urges patience as they work to address ongoing issues.

But how long does it take to fix a simple line of code?

I’ve refrained from writing to them for about six months, and they haven’t responded to my last inquiry. In the grand scheme of things, I’m just a small fish in a vast ocean, so it’s no surprise that my concerns might be overlooked.

I can’t say for certain if everyone is experiencing this, but I have noticed that I haven’t been receiving notifications for days. Occasionally, a few trickle in, indicating I’m not alone in this issue.

Is Medium playing games with its users? The platform seems more like an experiment; if they don’t meet their desired financial metrics, they alter something.

“Oh, that didn’t work, let’s try adjusting this,” they might think. However, if these changes require them to pay out more to users, they seem to shy away. Some individuals might have profited from referral programs or boosts, while I doubt I’ll ever see a boost myself—I’m not one to curry favor.

While I can’t substantiate my assumptions, it strikes me as peculiar that they impose limits on how many responses you can make in a 24-hour window. Why the delay in addressing this? Despite my previous letter regarding this matter, they’ve opted to focus on tweaking features that once functioned well.

There’s been no communication to users about the notification issues, which suggests it’s not a priority. But why?

I suspect it’s because these problems impact earnings. Once they resolve these issues, users may find themselves overwhelmed with responses, leading to a backlog. It feels like they’re walking a tightrope; they need to attract more subscribers without alienating the very people who keep the platform running.

The first video, "12 Months of Writing on Medium: How Much Income Did It Generate?" offers insights into the financial outcomes of a year-long commitment to the platform.

Chapter 2: Assessing the Value of Medium in 2024

In the second video titled "Is Writing on Medium Worth It in 2024? (Realistic Earnings)," the discussion revolves around the current viability and earning potential of the platform for writers.

As we navigate these challenges, it’s essential to stay informed and adapt strategies to enhance our writing journey on Medium.