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3 things I’ve learned from one month writing on Medium

Aidan McCarthy
4 min readAug 22, 2023

“Learning is not a spectator’s sport”

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to transform your passion into words that resonate with the world?

As an avid reader and seeker of personal growth, I decided to embark on a new venture: writing on Medium.

The journey has been enlightening, to say the least. In just one month, I’ve delved into the world of online writing, discovering invaluable insights that have not only improved my craft but also enhanced my understanding of effective communication.

I’ve discovered amazing writers on this platform such as Eve Arnold, Tim Denning and Ayodeji Awosika to name a few.

Here I’ll share three insightful lessons that have illuminated my path during this exciting venture.

1. Appeal to the reader’s self-interest

“Self interest is the lever that will move people.“

— Robert Greene

Have you ever found yourself captivated by content that seems to speak directly to your needs and desires?

One of the first things I learned during my time on Medium is that providing value and appealing to readers’…

Aidan McCarthy
Aidan McCarthy

Written by Aidan McCarthy

I'm a technologist passionate about technology, philosophy, and mental wellbeing.

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