Thank you for sharing these insightful thoughts on the importance of engagement on Medium. Your strategies for maximizing comments, understanding Medium's algorithm, and fostering genuine connections are truly valuable. I appreciate the emphasis on reciprocity and the 'ping-pong rally' approach. It's refreshing to see a writer who values not just the content but also the community.

Your point about the balance between being a 'Giver' and a 'Matcher' resonates well. Creating a space for meaningful conversations and connections is indeed vital. I'll definitely consider your approach of replying to comments when publishing new stories to keep the engagement flowing.

Looking forward to implementing some of these strategies in my Medium journey. Keep up the fantastic work, and thanks for sharing your insights!