Chapter 1: A New Beginning

As a student from one of the 77 eligible countries, I found that earning money online is the perfect way to supplement my income without compromising my studies. Recently, I signed up for Medium after my country was added to the partner program, marking a thrilling new chapter in my writing journey.

Initially, I expected to earn nothing in my first month. It might sound a bit pessimistic, but I’ve learned to set realistic expectations based on my experiences. Sometimes, realistic expectations can feel a lot like pessimism.

This morning, however, I woke up and checked my story statistics, only to find that I had made my very first earnings from an article. To say I was thrilled would be an understatement—it truly made my day.

The article received 10 views and 8 reads, resulting in an impressive read ratio of 80%. Not too shabby, right? It's currently my best-performing piece. Curious about the earnings?

The amount? $2.76. While it’s not a life-changing sum, I found myself dancing with joy over this modest figure. It was the first time I’ve felt such excitement about earning just $2.

After the initial thrill wore off, I took a moment to reflect. I asked myself: What is the source of this excitement? Sure, I earned $2 from writing, but there has to be a deeper meaning behind it.

I realized that this $2 symbolizes something far more significant. It represents the idea that by providing more value, I can increase my readership, leading to more earnings in the future. This notion is incredibly inspiring.

This is much more than just $2; it’s a symbol of hope and motivation. I’m eager to see where this journey takes me by December. I’m Derrick, a new writer here, and I’m dedicated to discovering valuable insights for both my own growth and that of fellow new writers. Join me as I navigate this exciting path.

Section 1.1: Earnings and Expectations

In this section, I delve deeper into what my initial earnings mean and the expectations I had going into this journey.

Subsection 1.1.1: The Significance of Small Wins

Chapter 2: Learning and Growing

In this video titled "How Much Money I Made My First Month On Medium!", I share more about my experiences and insights during my first month on the platform.

Additionally, in "6 Months Writing On Medium: How Much Income I Made", I discuss my progress over six months and how my earnings have evolved.