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20 Things I’ve Learned About Writing on Medium
After 6 years of writing on this great online publishing platform
1. Imagine walking past a store with dim lighting and a dull sign. Would you step in? That’s your headline if it lacks sparkle. A headline that provokes curiosity or delivers a direct promise can pull readers like moths to a flame. Those few extra minutes tweaking it? They can make or break your article.
2. If the headline pulls them in, the first sentence decides if they stay. Attention spans on Medium are as thin as a razor’s edge. Open strong, with a bold claim, a quirky anecdote, or even a playful question. Readers need a reason to stay before their thumb sends them scrolling.
3. An article without structure is like a house without walls, chaotic and unsustainable. Subheadings act as signposts, guiding readers through your ideas. Break content into manageable chunks. Think of each section as a stepping stone. Without them, readers sink into confusion.
4. Readers crave simplicity, and lists deliver it on a silver platter. Ever noticed how “7 Ways to…” articles thrive? Lists are satisfying, easy to skim, and packed with actionable gems.
5. Picture yourself chatting with a friend over coffee. That’s the tone Medium readers love, approachable yet…
