Most Popular Trionders: Interview with Lauren Axelrod
Meet the author of some of the hottest content in Triond. Who is Lauren and how does she do it?
In this interview, Lauren Axelrod, one of the most popular writers in Triond, talks about her experience and shares some secrets to succeed. Check her answers:
Maria: -When and why did you join Triond in the first place?
Lauren:-I stumbled upon it accidentally when I was looking for writing sites to make a little fun cash from. I was already obsessed with writing poetry, short stories, and other genre’s but, I reformed a bit when I got here and mixed up my topics to target all areas of interest.
Maria: -How would you describe the experience of being part of this community so far?
Lauren:- -I love it here. I have met so many wonderful friends that I chat with everyday about life, business, and whatever is plaguing us that day. It really is a great support system with writers from all around the globe sharing their own unique style
Maria: -When did you start to write and why?
Lauren:- -I have been a writer since 4th grade but, I just started publishing online about 5 months ago. I felt the need to share my experiences which are a bit obscure but, nonetheless that’s me for better or worse. I have had a pretty interesting life so far so it’s nice to share it with others.
Maria: -Which were your most popular articles? Did you expect that?
Lauren:- -Hmmm, my most popular articles were
10 Spectacular Resorts From Around the Globe
20 Insanely Magnificent and Hilarious Creatures Caught on Film
8 Beautiful Historic Italian Churches
Sharks: Cruise Missiles of the Deep
Did I expect it? Not a chance, considering these were some of my very first pieces. I was lucky that some were submitted to partner sites with large profiles so the viewership was incredible and hard to beat.
Maria: -Can we find your work in other places else than Triond? (blog, books, etc)
Lauren: -There are so many places it’s hard to list all of them. I have 4 sites actually http://www.friendsrevolution.com, http://unorthodoxchef.today.com, http://www.squidoo.com/UnitingWriters, and an archeology site in the works. I try to feature most of articles on these sites as well as many other Triond writers. It’s my goal to try and get everyone more exposure. I don’t like to give out all my secrets but, once in a while I will take a dead article of a Triond writer and submit it to my secret site and within minutes, it gets over 100 hits.
Maria: -Do you remember any article about a friend which have impressed you in particular?
Lauren:- -There are so many that I wouldn’t want to point fingers but, I can tell you that there was one article that brought me to tears and that was Most Memorable Photographs of All Time by Lost in Arizona.
Maria: -Which would be your advice for someone who’s just starting here?
Lauren:- -Make friends wisely. I think that many people know that we try to keep this as much as a community as possible. Now, it is possible to succeed without friends on here by exploiting other friends from other sites but, I like to keep my friends close, my true friends that actually read my work.
Maria: -Have you ever met a “trionder” in person?
Lauren:- -No never. I would love that though. It would be fascinating to meet some of the writers on here.
Maria: -Can you imagine how could it be if we all meet in a Triond party?
Lauren:- -Well, I think I would be on the dance floor the whole time pulling all my girls out there to get our groove on and show off to the boys.
Maria: -We have already seen your profile. Is there any other personal information you would like to share with the community?
Lauren:- -Well, I think everyone knows that I like to ignite conversations but, deep down I am looking for something more. In some of my poetry, I created a sort of map to where my life will be going. It has clues, eluding to what I will become and where I am going.
Maria: -Have you ever been interviewed before? How did you feel about it?
Lauren:- -I have been interviewed before and I love it. I like sharing my experiences with everyone and I hope that I somehow become an inspiration to others to be the best they can be in all aspects of their lives.
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January 21st, 2009 at 8:03 am
I enjoyed reading this interview. I’ve only been here for a short time. i enjoy reading anf writing and making friends.
January 21st, 2009 at 9:54 am
Thanks so much for the interview Maria. Triond really is my home away from home. I couldn’t ever imagine leaving since I have met so many wonderful and helpful people.
January 21st, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Thanks for more great advice and congrats to Lauren. Quite an unique article
January 21st, 2009 at 3:32 pm
Great interview!
Blessings.
Sincerely,
-Liane Schmidt.
January 21st, 2009 at 6:51 pm
Interesting idea for articles.
January 21st, 2009 at 7:04 pm
Great stuff. Lauren is a great writer and a very loyal friend. She has boosted me up and given me encouragment just at the right moments. Thanks for sharing her with us.
January 21st, 2009 at 7:23 pm
Great article!
January 21st, 2009 at 7:30 pm
A great interview and a novel way to write an article. Thanks for sharing this.
January 21st, 2009 at 7:40 pm
I really enjoyed reading a bit more about our fellow writers. Great Idea.
January 21st, 2009 at 8:09 pm
great work!
keep it up, would love to see more interviews!
Cheers,
Denus
January 21st, 2009 at 8:21 pm
Wonderful interview with a wonderful writer and person! Great job! I too, have enjoyed Lauren’s writing and blogs.
January 21st, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Excellent article, Maria, and great idea to bring an interview. It was fun getting to know more about our friend, Lauren. Brian
January 21st, 2009 at 8:31 pm
Excellent interview, Maria. It’s fun reading all your interviews. So nice getting to know a fellow trionder. Keep it up.
January 21st, 2009 at 8:41 pm
Great idea for an article, and Lauren deserves all the praises!
January 21st, 2009 at 8:53 pm
Thanks to everyone for reading my interviews and special thanks to Lauren for sharing her experience!
January 21st, 2009 at 9:00 pm
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Thanks Lauren – truly informative. Keepgoing
as I know you have been a great inspiration for me
Cheers j
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January 21st, 2009 at 9:11 pm
Wonderful family reunion.Thank you for bringing us closer by an interview with our beloved Lauren. Well done!
January 21st, 2009 at 10:45 pm
Great interview with a wonderful friend. Thanks for putting this together!
January 22nd, 2009 at 12:07 am
Laren is a FANTASTIC writer… this was a good interveiw… thank you for doing this… its nice to learn more about whats in a good writers head.
January 22nd, 2009 at 12:26 am
It was a delight to read about my friend! She deserves the exposure. Her writing is punchy and from the heart, her recipes are to die for, her knowledge unending.
Great article!!
January 22nd, 2009 at 1:34 am
Hey this is such a cool idea Maria. Well done and I must thank Lauren for sharing her thoughts. Well done. RJ
January 22nd, 2009 at 4:02 am
NIce job, keep it up.
January 22nd, 2009 at 6:30 am
Interesting interview with an interesting lady and a great friend!
January 22nd, 2009 at 8:13 am
Great and interesting article.
January 22nd, 2009 at 11:19 am
Nice, Love the “behind the scenes” info.
January 22nd, 2009 at 12:51 pm
AWESOME article! Lauren knows how much I adore her as a person, a writer and a Triond Friend. This just confirms why! Nicely done. Now I can say I am a fan and a friend of yours as well!
January 22nd, 2009 at 3:56 pm
Very cool! Congrats!
January 22nd, 2009 at 5:48 pm
Terrific interview, and a lot to be learnt from Lauren. Her links are equally interesting.
Tel
January 22nd, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Excellent presentation.
January 24th, 2009 at 9:52 am
I also hope that some day I will become a popular writer.
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Yo tambien espero ser un escritor popular algun dia de estos.
January 25th, 2009 at 9:57 am
Really nice and thought piece and approach. Way to go! I think we, indeed should have a live meeting some day. Multiples would no doubt be necessary in different parts of the country/world. Not everyone could always make it, but those that did would have lots to write about. Lol!
AC
February 2nd, 2009 at 4:08 pm
Great article. I’m sure these interviews will be quite popular!
March 19th, 2009 at 8:12 am
that made me smile – but my favourites from Lauren are always her rants – they are just great
March 30th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
Love ya Lauren!