500 Articles Down: Lessons in Writing, Storytelling, and Practicing

The adventure of writing and the beauty of imperfection

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Having published 500 articles on Medium, I stand at a significant milestone — halfway to my goal of 1,000.

With roughly 4,000 hours poured into this endeavor, it's a perfect moment to pause and reflect on my journey, the lessons I've gleaned, and what the future holds.

Since Article 200, I have habitually reflected on my learning from writing on Medium. Links to the previous reflections are at the bottom of this article.

Are you interested to read it? You are invited to scroll down.

In this article, I'll share some insights and experiences that have shaped my time as a writer on Medium.

The True Motive—Don't Try to Make Money

A multitude of writers joined Medium with the primary intention of making money.

At the onset of the pandemic in 2020, numerous articles promoted the idea that daily writing on Medium was a surefire path to wealth.

Consequently, many writers quit their day jobs to dedicate their time to Medium. While this might have been great for the platform and for cultivating a writing habit, it often…