Is Triond Really Worth the Effort?

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Is Triond Really Worth the Effort?

Posted on March 24th, 2009 in Online Writing by Pottah

My thoughts of Triond after a month of using it. Is the time better spent else where?

Firstly I never joined the website in an attempt to make money I was more curious to learn more about Triond and what type of statistics I could gather and in general just wanted an experience.

I purposely made little effort to advertise my articles and have made about .10 cents in a month from 3 articles and one picture. I get a steady few clicks every few days from doing nothing what so ever. I know you could argue my articles suck and better articles make more money. I am not going against that, but as a typical user you wont be producing amazing articles or you would have the sense to do the whole process on your own.

I must admit I have had alot more detailed information and fun from blogging on blogspot with AdSense adverts, running google Analytics and Amazon Associates. None of this was that complicated and It feels far more rewarding. Knowing where in the world people were from who read the page and how long they were on it is really nice information to learn.

What do I think would improve Triond?

I would really like better statistics of how exactly the money was made, then perhaps you could help improve your results. But I guess people being reminded Triond took 50% of their sales may turn people off. But knowing people found your article doing a search for xxx would help you come up with new articles you know were popular for X reason.

I think a separate forum may be useful as well , one not for just spamming your articles with. I think most people dont read it as most posts are tricks to get you to go on peoples own articles. A place without that could bring a more community driven feel.

Will I be doing more articles for Triond?

Yes why not, it is still fun getting your voice out and having people say they liked articles and any comments is still good to hear back. But I certainly would not sit here all day submitting articles just trying to make money. I will always keep track of Triond to see how the site progresses and wish the makers every success.

Summing up

People must remember very few people make a living out of doing articles and very few make much money at all. It takes alot of time and effort to do well and I personally feel if you were doing this properly you would not want someone else taking your profits

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13 Responses to “Is Triond Really Worth the Effort?”

Evelyn M Carter
March 24th, 2009 at 11:23 am

I never joined Troind with the thought of making money although it’s a nice thought. I have been ‘bugged’ so to speak for a long time to share my words.
That’s why I signed up with and enjoy Triond. I love getting feedback on my writings. I love being able to share with my family and friends. I must admit though, when I try to leave comments for items it sometimes takes me 2 or 3 or more times to get it too take, which is discouraging both in a sense of a waste of time plus if I’m having the problem are others as well. Other than that I am just fine with Troind. Just for fun. Although now that I’ve been here for more than a month with almost 100 submittions I am now to the point where I am hoping someday someone will see and appreciate my words and offer to help me publish a best selling book with my works. We have to dream right. Anyway, I understand your thoughts but to me writing is fun and I love to share it so Triond is just fine for me for now anyway. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts though. Keep writing. God Bless.
Pottah
March 24th, 2009 at 11:43 am

I appricate the feedback, and am glad you enjoy Triond.

I to have the comments problem and it really annoys me.. I wish I had thought to mention that as well.

Thanks again for taking the time to respond.
Pottah
March 24th, 2009 at 6:54 pm

Another flaw to point out I would say is the fact that some articles can be given the complete wrong type of blog site or labels. Nothing too major just does not always feel like articles or pictures are placed in the correct place.

I dont want to seem like I am advertising my other articles but you can check yourself to see my picture placed which is completely in the wrong category as an example.
revivor
March 25th, 2009 at 11:45 am

this is a good article because it strikes at the heart of the problem
triond will suffer when it runs out of writers who are good enough to have a go but not good enough on their own!!
I don’t have any problem posting comments (which browser do you have? – I use Chrome)
Also, I blog with links to all my article sites and earn more from Adsense than triond or bukisa!!
revivor
March 25th, 2009 at 11:45 am

by the way, my blog is

http://revivor-doingthewritething.blogspot.com/
newmedia
March 31st, 2009 at 2:06 pm

Great article! I still say publishing articles on http://www.triond.com and http://www.bukisa.net is the best way to build a long-term income. Sure it takes a while, but you end up with an automatic recurring income for a long long time.
Joe Dorish
April 29th, 2009 at 11:27 am

Good points Pottah. After not writing for Triond for awhile I started back up in January and have doubled my income here every single month so far including April already with a few days left. Could I do that with my own blog? I often wonder. Triond does help us get views because many of their sites are ranked relatively high so you can get your own articles ranked easier. But the idea of my own site is intriguing and in the end might make me more money but would be more work.
Pottah
April 29th, 2009 at 12:06 pm

I have made 3 dollars blogging, 30 cents from triond.

I have made little effort with either. But obviously submitted alot more blogs.

More effort more reward, and free to try. You should at least try it.

My blogs

http://followforensics.blogspot.com/
http://pottah.blogspot.com/
Pottah
April 29th, 2009 at 12:06 pm

I have made 3 dollars blogging, 30 cents from triond.

I have made little effort with either. But obviously submitted alot more blogs.

More effort more reward, and free to try. You should at least try it.
Pottah
April 29th, 2009 at 12:07 pm

http://pottah.blogspot.com/
Pottah
April 29th, 2009 at 12:08 pm

http://followforensics.blogspot.com/

Damm, comments awaiting moderation crap. I had comment awaiting moderation for over a month now.

These are my two blog sites.
Miss Heda
April 30th, 2009 at 5:57 am

i agree and disagree with you on this things don’t just come to u. u have to go to them.
Pottah
August 13th, 2009 at 3:17 pm

Random Update -

Now made 0.52 cents via Triond.

Made $6 dollars via adsense.

Thats with me doing nothing on either for 2 months.