For Money, New Writers Absolutely Must Get Eyes on their Writing. A Lot of Eyes.
And Schmooze. A Lot. Here are some tips.

Submit to publications.
Increased Visibility- Medium publications often have established audiences. By submitting your story to a publication, you can tap into that audience and increase the visibility of your work.
Exposure to Different Audiences- Submitting to various publications exposes your work to different audiences. This diversity can help you understand what resonates with readers and refine your writing style accordingly.
Increase your followers.
More Increased Visibility- When you publish a new story on Medium, it is initially shared with your followers. This can lead to increased visibility for your work, as your followers receive notifications and see your stories in their Medium feeds.
Building an Audience- Followers are essentially your audience on Medium. Over time, as you publish more content, you have the opportunity to build a dedicated readership. Followers are more likely to engage with and share your work, helping you reach a broader audience.