# Achieving 500 Followers Monthly on Medium: My Journey Revealed
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Chapter 1: Setting Ambitious Goals
Earlier this month, I reached a significant milestone by attaining 10,000 followers on Medium. With a long-term perspective, I've now set an ambitious goal of 15,000 followers by the end of the year. A quick calculation revealed that I need to gain around 500 followers each month to achieve this target.
As we near the end of April, it's time to reflect on our progress toward this monthly goal. Despite facing a decline in follower statistics this month, I surprisingly exceeded my 500-follower target just two days before the month's end. This achievement marks the ninth consecutive month I've surpassed the 500-follower milestone.
Chapter 2: Unveiling the Secrets to Success
So, what’s the key to consistently attracting 500 followers each month on Medium?
Section 2.1: Quality Content is King
To begin with, one of my primary strategies is to publish high-quality articles as frequently as possible. Even on days when I felt exhausted or unmotivated, I made a concerted effort to write pieces that would benefit the community. By maintaining a visible presence through my writing, I increased the likelihood of attracting followers.
Section 2.2: Authenticity and Credibility
The second crucial element is sharing advice that I have personally tested and found effective. It’s essential to practice what you preach; otherwise, you risk losing your credibility. I’ve been open about my experiences on Medium, including my earnings, which has fostered trust and encouraged people to follow my journey.
Section 2.3: Building Engagement
The third secret to achieving my follower goal lies in fostering engagement. I dedicate nearly as much time to interacting with other writers as I do to crafting articles. Engaging with fellow writers not only encourages them to explore my work, but if they resonate with my content, they may choose to follow me.
What were your follower goals for April? Did you manage to achieve them?