2 popular myths about making money online writing on Medium

Contrary to popular belief and countless scam videos on the internet, you aren’t going to get rich overnight as a content creator.

Having said that, however, I know from personal experience that it is possible to make life-changing money in a relatively short period of time writing on Medium.

I’ve long argued that people need to recalibrate what they believe life-changing money to be.

Take me for example.

Later this month will mark the anniversary of my first year on Medium, and I’m about to reach $20,000 CAD in earnings.

While I’m not going to be running off to buy a Lambo any time soon, this has been life-changing money for me.

I now have a sizeable stock portfolio and a lot more breathing room financially thanks to my work here.

I honestly believe that anyone can achieve this level of success — even you!

But in order to do so, you’re going to have to let go of 2 popular myths about making money online writing on Medium

Let’s get to those now.

Lazing around collecting easy cash is not a realistic picture of making money online as a writer. (Photo by Vanessa Murrieta on Unsplash)

Myth 1: It’s easy

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