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A Hilarious Guide to Becoming an Overnight Sensation

Brandt Amelia
3 min readJul 30, 2023

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Hello, fellow aspiring viral superstars! Gather ‘round as I, the self-proclaimed guru of all things viral, reveal the top-secret recipe for achieving Medium stardom. Yes, you heard it right — today, we’re decoding the enigma of going viral on Medium!

Step 1: The “Eye-Catching” Title
First things first, we need a title that grabs attention like a toddler grabs candy. Think absurd, think outrageous, and think clickbait, my friends! How about “Unicorn Yoga and the Cosmic Quest for Enlightenment”? Because let’s be honest, the internet loves mystical creatures and questionable fitness trends.

Step 2: The “Punchy” Opening
You’ve lured them in with your fantastical title, now it’s time to smack them in the face with a hilarious opening. Picture this: “It was a dark and stormy night — well, not really, it was just Tuesday — when I stumbled upon the most bizarre yoga class ever. Unicorns, dressed in neon leggings, were attempting the downward dog, and that’s when I knew the universe was trying to tell me something.”

Step 3: The “GIF-tastic” Inserts
Ah, GIFs, the seasoning of the viral content world. Sprinkle them throughout your article like confetti at a birthday party. A GIF of a cat high-fiving a llama? Perfect. A GIF of an avocado proposing to a taco? Even…

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Brandt Amelia
Brandt Amelia

Written by Brandt Amelia

Amelia, a writer and lover of literature.dedicates her life to the written word. https://brandtamela.medium.com/membership

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