Chapter 1: The Quest for Followers

I have a natural curiosity about how much people earn, though discussing finances openly is often considered taboo in my area. Nonetheless, that doesn't deter me.

In November, I decided to participate in a trending challenge on Medium: pleading for followers. It was everywhere on my feed, and despite needing to set aside my pride, it seemed like a worthwhile endeavor. While my follower solicitation story didn't perform exceptionally, I did gain 90 new followers within a month. Do I regret this approach? Absolutely not! The reason being, my inaugural story on the platform received unprecedented views.

Section 1.1: The Big Reveal: My December Earnings

Now, let’s get to the exciting part: how much did I earn in December? My narrative about becoming a mistress at 18 went viral. Previously, I was accustomed to receiving a mere 10 views per story, which thrilled me. Imagine my surprise when I woke up on November 30th to find my views had skyrocketed to 92! They kept climbing for a while, but soon I found myself obsessively tracking my stats, constantly checking for new followers or claps, even though updates only occurred once daily.

Before November 20th, the response to my stories was encouraging. While I was thrilled with 10 views, I earned a total of $0.10 for that effort—an achievement in my eyes.

Subsection 1.1.1: The December Earnings Breakdown

So, what was my earnings total for a story that garnered over 5,500 views? Drumroll, please! I earned an impressive $185.38 in December. While it may not compare to the earnings of more established Medium writers, it's a stark contrast to my previous months: I made just $0.07 in October and $3.67 in November. The growth has been remarkable.

Chapter 2: Insights and Reflections

These revelations may provide some valuable insights for you. Thank you for taking the time to read my journey!

The first video, How Much My Portfolio Earned in December ($254,000 Account), dives into the specifics of my financial performance, providing an in-depth look at earnings and strategies.

In the second video, How much did I earn from YouTube last month? December edition, I share my YouTube earnings and reflect on my experiences as a content creator.