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Claps Without Echoes: The Medium Dilemma of Visibility Without Engagement
Exploring the Consequences of Superficial Engagement on Writers and Readers in the Quest for Authentic Interaction
As a whisper in the bustling world of Medium, I’ve noticed a curious trend: my articles receive applause (claps), yet they echo in empty halls with no reads or views.
Addressing a Common Medium Phenomenon
As a Medium writer who currently doesn’t have a large readership, I’ve noticed that some of my articles receive claps but have yet to be read or viewed at all. So, for those wondering whether claps are paid on Medium when there are no reads or views, the answer is no. Claps aren’t compensated (unless, perhaps, there’s real reader engagement and authentic interaction).
This article aims to explore this phenomenon and its implications for writers on Medium.
The Reality of Engagement on Medium or: What About Claps?
In the context of Medium, claps can be seen as a symbol of appreciation or endorsement. However, when we clap without reading, this symbol’s meaning shifts. It becomes less about genuine appreciation of content or writing and more a performative act, a social currency exchanged for visibility or…
