Effective Tagging Strategies on Medium for Enhanced Visibility
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Chapter 1: The Importance of Tags on Medium
Medium employs a tagging system designed to assist readers in finding content that aligns with their interests. This tagging mechanism not only facilitates discovery for readers but also connects your work with other writers and publishers who cater to similar audiences. Recently, Medium has introduced several new tags to enhance this feature.
Tags play a pivotal role in ensuring your articles reach the appropriate audience, so take a moment to select tags that accurately reflect your content. It's essential to consider your target audience, the topics your post covers, and other relevant tags.
Section 1.1: Choosing the Right Tags
Identifying the ideal tags can be subjective; however, here are some steps to guide you in the process:
- Begin by defining the core message of your story. Write down a few keywords or phrases that encapsulate its essence.
- Consider who would be interested in reading your piece. Who might benefit from it?
- Select tags that align with these attributes and incorporate them into your story.
It's advisable to choose tags that appeal to the broadest audience possible, but don’t feel pressured to go for the most popular options if they don't suit your content well. Instead, consider selecting less mainstream tags that are more specific to your article, which can help you connect with the right readers.
Section 1.2: Popular Tags to Consider
According to data from FindingTom.com, the following were the most popular tags in 2021 based on follower count:
- Life (520,000 followers)
- Startup (487,000 followers)
- Blockchain (473,000 followers)
- Poetry (455,000 followers)
- Life Lessons (452,000 followers)
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These tags are crucial because they indicate a substantial interest. Avoid tagging your stories with low-traffic tags that may not attract readers, as well as mis-tagging that could lead to reader drop-off.
Other Considerations for Tagging
When selecting your tags, keep the following in mind:
- Be concise yet informative; there's no need for full sentences.
- Avoid duplicating tags, as Medium will only display one version.
- Steer clear of creating your own tags; use commonly searched terms.
- Analyze how frequently tags are utilized in articles on Medium by checking the “Tags” tab.
If you have additional insights regarding tag usage, feel free to share them in the comments section below!
Chapter 2: Getting Started on Medium
To effectively begin your journey on Medium, consider the following resources:
The first video, How To Start On Medium — Beginner's Guide For Medium 2022, provides a comprehensive overview for newcomers looking to navigate the platform successfully.
The second video, How To Get Started on Medium - Get Your First 100 Followers (in 5 days), offers practical tips for quickly building a following and establishing your presence on the platform.