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Medium Money Magic: Turn Words into Cash with 1000 Words (Or Maybe Less)
A Light-hearted Guide to Raking in the Claps and Cash on Medium
Ah, Medium.com, the digital realm where words can turn into cold, hard cash — or at least a nice latte from that trendy cafe down the block. If you’re here for a step-by-step guide to financial fame, fortune, and fabulousness, well, you’ve come to the right place. So, grab your virtual money bags and let’s dive into the not-so-secret world of Medium money-making!
Step 1: Write Stuff (Obvious, Right?)
First things first, you gotta write. We’re not talking Shakespearean sonnets or Pulitzer-winning prose. Just words. About stuff. Anything, really. Your cat’s obsession with laser pointers, your secret recipe for the world’s best grilled cheese, or why your neighbor’s garden gnome collection gives you the creeps. The key is to be you because nobody does you better than, well, you.
Step 2: Keep It Short (No Novels, Please)
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Amelia, you said 1000 words!” True, but shorter is sweeter on the internet. Aim for around 5–7 minutes of reading time — about 1000 words should do the trick. People have stuff to do, like watching cat videos, so get…