How I Earned My First $100 on Vocal Media: A Beginner’s Guide to Making Money Writing

When I first stumbled across Vocal Media, I was just looking for a place to share my stories. Like most aspiring writers, I had a collection of drafts, journal entries, and forgotten Word documents sitting on my laptop. I didn’t expect that within a few months, I’d earn my first $100—not from a client, not from a publisher, but directly from readers enjoying my words.

If you’re a writer wondering whether you can really make money on Vocal, let me walk you through my journey—from the first story to the moment I saw the “$100 earned” mark on my dashboard. Spoiler: It’s real, and it’s totally possible.

Step 1: Start with What You Know and Love

My first mistake? Overthinking what to write. I wasted days trying to come up with some viral concept. Eventually, I decided to just write a story based on a personal experience—something emotional and relatable.

That first story was titled “The Day I Lost My Voice—and Found My Strength.” It didn’t go viral, but it got a few reads and even a tip. That tip was $2. It felt like a million.

The lesson? Start simple. Start honest. Write from your heart, and the right readers will find you.

Step 2: Consistency Builds Momentum

I didn’t stop at one story. I committed to posting one new piece each week. Some were personal essays, others were fictional stories, and a few were challenges offered by Vocal (those are gold, by the way). The more I posted, the more I learned:

Which titles got clicks

Which categories my writing fit best in (I leaned into emotional/mystery and inspirational)

And most importantly—how to hold a reader’s attention

After five stories, I had earned around $13. By story ten, I was up to $30. The slow climb was real—but so was the reward.

Step 3: Optimize Your Titles and Subtitles

Early on, I titled one story “A Night I’ll Never Forget.” It got barely any views.

Later, I rewrote the title to:

“She Whispered My Name After the Crash—Then Disappeared”

Guess what happened? Views tripled.

Titles matter. Subtitles matter. Think like a reader scrolling through a sea of stories. Would you click on your own headline? Use curiosity, emotion, and clarity.

Step 4: Promote, But Don’t Spam

At first, I didn’t share my stories anywhere. I thought “If it’s good, they’ll find it.”

Wrong.

Once I started posting links to my stories on:

Facebook writing groups

Reddit communities like r/writing or r/TrueOffMyChest

My own Instagram stories

…views started coming in. But here’s the key: Offer value when you post. Say something like, “I just wrote this story about overcoming anxiety—if you’ve been through something similar, I’d love for you to read it.”

Don’t just drop a link and vanish. Be part of the community.

Step 5: Enter Vocal Challenges (Seriously)

Vocal’s writing challenges are not just fun—they’re opportunities. I entered one called “Throwback” where I wrote a piece about a childhood memory. While I didn’t win, the exposure alone gave me my most views up to that point.

Challenges also come with higher potential earnings—some offer $500, $1,000, or more to the winners.

The Day It Happened…

I logged in one evening, clicked on “Stats,” and saw it:

Earnings: $102.34

I stared at the screen for a full minute.

It wasn’t about the money (okay, a little bit was). It was about the validation. That feeling that my words mattered. That someone, somewhere, connected with what I wrote—and valued it enough to read, share, or even leave a tip.

So, Can YOU Earn $100 on Vocal?

Yes. But let’s be real—it takes effort, consistency, and learning from your mistakes. Here’s what helped me the most:

Stick to a niche you enjoy (for me: emotional stories and personal lessons)

Use powerful titles and emotional hooks

Engage in Vocal challenges

Promote your work in a human, honest way

Keep writing—even when views are low

Final Thoughts

I’m still at the start of my journey. But if you’ve been hesitating to publish your first piece, or you’re discouraged after your first few stories—don’t give up.

Your words have power.

Your story matters.

And yes, your writing can earn money.

All it takes is that first post… and a bit of faith.

Have questions about writing on Vocal or want me to read your first piece? Drop a link—I’d love to support fellow writers.

Muhammad SabeelWhen I first stumbled across Vocal Media, I was just looking for a place to share my stories. Like most aspiring writers, I had a collection of drafts, journal entries, and forgotten Word documents sitting on my laptop. I didn’t expect that within a few months, I’d earn my first $100—not from a client, not from a publisher, but directly from readers enjoying my words.

If you’re a writer wondering whether you can really make money on Vocal, let me walk you through my journey—from the first story to the moment I saw the “$100 earned” mark on my dashboard. Spoiler: It’s real, and it’s totally possible.

Step 1: Start with What You Know and Love

My first mistake? Overthinking what to write. I wasted days trying to come up with some viral concept. Eventually, I decided to just write a story based on a personal experience—something emotional and relatable.

That first story was titled “The Day I Lost My Voice—and Found My Strength.” It didn’t go viral, but it got a few reads and even a tip. That tip was $2. It felt like a million.

The lesson? Start simple. Start honest. Write from your heart, and the right readers will find you.

Step 2: Consistency Builds Momentum

I didn’t stop at one story. I committed to posting one new piece each week. Some were personal essays, others were fictional stories, and a few were challenges offered by Vocal (those are gold, by the way). The more I posted, the more I learned:

Which titles got clicks

Which categories my writing fit best in (I leaned into emotional/mystery and inspirational)

And most importantly—how to hold a reader’s attention

After five stories, I had earned around $13. By story ten, I was up to $30. The slow climb was real—but so was the reward.

Step 3: Optimize Your Titles and Subtitles

Early on, I titled one story “A Night I’ll Never Forget.” It got barely any views.

Later, I rewrote the title to:

“She Whispered My Name After the Crash—Then Disappeared”

Guess what happened? Views tripled.

Titles matter. Subtitles matter. Think like a reader scrolling through a sea of stories. Would you click on your own headline? Use curiosity, emotion, and clarity.

Step 4: Promote, But Don’t Spam

At first, I didn’t share my stories anywhere. I thought “If it’s good, they’ll find it.”

Wrong.

Once I started posting links to my stories on:

Facebook writing groups

Reddit communities like r/writing or r/TrueOffMyChest

My own Instagram stories

…views started coming in. But here’s the key: Offer value when you post. Say something like, “I just wrote this story about overcoming anxiety—if you’ve been through something similar, I’d love for you to read it.”

Don’t just drop a link and vanish. Be part of the community.

Step 5: Enter Vocal Challenges (Seriously)

Vocal’s writing challenges are not just fun—they’re opportunities. I entered one called “Throwback” where I wrote a piece about a childhood memory. While I didn’t win, the exposure alone gave me my most views up to that point.

Challenges also come with higher potential earnings—some offer $500, $1,000, or more to the winners.

The Day It Happened…

I logged in one evening, clicked on “Stats,” and saw it:

Earnings: $102.34

I stared at the screen for a full minute.

It wasn’t about the money (okay, a little bit was). It was about the validation. That feeling that my words mattered. That someone, somewhere, connected with what I wrote—and valued it enough to read, share, or even leave a tip.

So, Can YOU Earn $100 on Vocal?

Yes. But let’s be real—it takes effort, consistency, and learning from your mistakes. Here’s what helped me the most:

Stick to a niche you enjoy (for me: emotional stories and personal lessons)

Use powerful titles and emotional hooks

Engage in Vocal challenges

Promote your work in a human, honest way

Keep writing—even when views are low

Final Thoughts

I’m still at the start of my journey. But if you’ve been hesitating to publish your first piece, or you’re discouraged after your first few stories—don’t give up.

Your words have power.

Your story matters.

And yes, your writing can earn money.

All it takes is that first post… and a bit of faith.

Have questions about writing on Vocal or want me to read your first piece? Drop a link—I’d love to support fellow writers.

Muhammad Sabeel