Aloha Colby - for what it's worth, my first medium post happened in August 2018. 2018's Partner earnings? I'd need an additional $5.00 bill to buy one movie theatre ticket. Forget the popcorn.
When I paid the $50 membership fee I reminded myself of my intention. Write to have fun. Claps, comments, coin? Icing on the cake.
As I get to know Boost nominators and the process they navigate to go the extra nomination step - I consider myself blessed to receive the extra TLC.
Now! You asked for a writing prompt? How about, "How to tame pretentious twats who post too many puppy pics." ;)