A fellow writer in a Facebook group recently asked whether the Medium Partner Program is a worthwhile investment. Does it make sense to publish on this site? What are the pros and cons? It was only when other writers chimed in with their own questions that I realized what a mystery Medium is to some.
I’ve published more than 50 pieces here since June 2018 and, as of this writing, have earned $885 — more than some, far less than others. But I feel as though my time here has taught me some insight into how Medium works. So, I thought I’d throw together my own quick and dirty “How to Medium” guide.
One caveat: This is my take on Medium. Other writers may have different experiences or opinions. Take what I’m offering, use what you feel is helpful, and ignore the rest.
What is the Medium Partner Program?
In a nutshell, the Medium Partner Program (MPP) enables writers to earn money for their work. As a Partner, writers can publish a piece on Medium — either on their own page or through a Medium publication — and earn money based on the level of engagement (claps and reading time, primarily) the piece receives from Medium members.
You can learn more about MPP here:
