Triond: My 25th Article
It has been nearly five months since I first heard and signed up for Triond. I have decided to share my reflection of Triond and my goals pertaining to this site.
August 24th of the year 2009 was the first day I signed up for, and wrote an article for Triond. I remember how excited I was that day; an opportunity to earn the “big bucks” simply by doing something I naturally enjoy. I wrote 4 articles in the first day I signed up for the site and 10 by the time the September rolled around. Pressing the submit button was exhilarating knowing that soon my amateur attempt at a column will find it’s place in the virtual realm. I waited anxiously hoping other users would critique my work positively. Indeed, two articles of mine exploded in the first month, and I watched as I received viewership of upwards of 100 people daily (I realize this might be insignificant to many of the veteran Trionders out their). This only added to my expectations of what was to come.
Unfortunately for me, the month of October was my reality check. Viewership dwindled in the low 10s and 20s and my income shriveled along with it. I don’t believe I ever assumed that I was going to get much from Triond, however I found myself unable to earn anything similar to what I earned in the month of September. Despite writing more articles (articles which were inspired and heart-felt) my viewership bar refused to attain any altitude. This left a bitter taste in my mouth and I found myself aggravated when I realized my payment for the month of October was only 1/3 the amount of money I received for the month of September.
With this failure, however, I researched my options to get views. It never occurred to me when first signing up that I needed to advertise my product; possibly it was naive of me to overlook it. I found a very insightful article on Triond telling me the benefits of having your articles posted on sites called Redgage and Shetoldme. I immediately signed up for both. The benefits, though hard to distinguish at first, have been helpful in the long run and I’m more than happy I signed up for them. Redgage especially as they are capable of paying you for content you post to Triond. Just this month I was credited for two dollars and featured on the main site for an article I submitted to them months ago. It certainly was a pleasant surprise. Shetoldme has the capability of allowing you to earn money through Google Adsense, however I haven’t bothered with that, much as I haven’t bothered with Adsense on Triond.
I also noticed a trend in articles posted to Triond. Long, inflated articles received less viewership than shorter more concise articles. For me, writing shorter articles is a challenge; I prefer to state everything rather than summarize with the threat of editing out some vital information. Shortening in itself is a difficult task, but I am working towards writing more reader-friendly articles. Those who have friended me on Triond write comparitively shorter articles than I do but produce them daily. Because of this, I imagine they get more readers.
I have also started to add at least one picture to my content. Perhaps it is a false notion, but I have found that my articles are posted faster if they have some sort of media in them. I make sure I have some sort of picture or video relevant to the article posted inside my column. If adding a picture doesn’t speed up Triond’s approval process, it still is a nice visual addition to my article. No one wants to stare at a wall of text.
The biggest change that occurred with me was that I abandoned the notion of any sort of real income. I still smile when I see I have earned such-and-such money from such-and-such article, but I am now much more interested in the total views of the article. I have only one article that has passed the 1000 views mark, but that article is the one that I am most proud of. That article, Small things girls can do to peak a boy’s interest, and a similar article, 10 Questions to Answer to Determine If He Likes You, even got on the site Beyond Jane’s “Popular posts” tab, a triumph I was sure to screen capture.
Even if my view count is still relatively low, I continue to write for this site. When it comes down to it, I take far more enjoyment in writing and having people read my content then anything else. Money is always nice and is partially the reason I’m still posting to Triond rather than another site or a personal blog, but is entirely aside from my main goal.
Triond is a part of what I do now. I am currently subscribed to some excellent authors who create content which I enjoy thoroughly. I visit Triond daily to check up on changes in my article’s view count or perhaps to respond to comments that I feel need a response. Even if the Triond forums isn’t particularly my cup of tea, I still take a look from time to time.
I look forward to the next 25 articles I create with Triond. I hope to learn better ways to promote my content and perhaps expand the subjects I currently write about. Triond certainly is not what I first expected it to be, but I’m more than happy I created this account for what it is to me now.
Sincerely,
GreenSunshine
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January 19th, 2010 at 9:39 am
Good read.
January 19th, 2010 at 9:50 am
good for you, and we all enjoy reading you
January 19th, 2010 at 10:52 am
very inspiring…this is a must read for all triond beginners like me…(”,)
January 19th, 2010 at 11:44 am
A great read! Congrats!
January 19th, 2010 at 12:14 pm
This is the first article I have read from you (as we’ve just recently discovered each other), but it is very well presented!!!
I have been on Triond since June and haven’t earned much. I don’t write for the money, otherwise I’d drop the “poetry gig” and write articles full time. I get a lot of satisfaction in knowing that the few who read my work enjoy it.
Keep writing!
January 19th, 2010 at 6:57 pm
Thank you all for your support! The comments are wonderful to read and make me smile. You all made my day.
January 19th, 2010 at 11:26 pm
Regarding the length of the article, it depends very much on the nature of the article you’re writing. Some may need more info but some are not. Keep it up!
January 20th, 2010 at 2:17 am
Congratulations on your 25th article! I’ve just been here for 2 moths and I’ve writen around 50 already and that includes poems.
One of the tricks I’ve learned was to use an intriguing title that would catch other people’s attention and you can expect an increase in views. Another thing is to read and comment other people’s post and they’ll definitely return the favor. Also, writing on social issues that will encourage readers to share their opinions would also give you a lot of views.
I’m looking forward to reading more of your posts soon and goodluck on your next 25 or more articles ^_^
January 20th, 2010 at 2:31 am
Wow, you certainly have skill to write so much in such a short time. I commend you on that accomplishment; I find I get writers block quickly and am unable to write frequently.
I’ll be sure to take that advice into account. I’m always trying to figure out new ways to attract readership and it seems from your articles you have attained success.
I am looking forward to reading your posts as well. I’ve read several of your articles today and have enjoyed all of them.
January 20th, 2010 at 2:39 am
Very well said your experience with Triond. I also joined Triond in Aug. 2009. What I suggest Write on daily basis with catchy Title and with more tags and promote in Xomba, Yahoo, Google. Best of Luck.
January 20th, 2010 at 3:43 am
Good to see you. Triond, I have discovered, is a good place to practice your writing. And, let’s face it, you get more for posting your stuff here than you would have if you did it free of charge. So that’s an incentive to write. At least for me.
Good luck and happy writing.
Inna
January 20th, 2010 at 4:47 am
Well written and informative.
January 20th, 2010 at 5:05 am
the best part is that U CAN ACTUALLY WRITE … keep working , and u will do gr8 …
January 20th, 2010 at 5:28 am
Nice article!
Enjoyed reading it, hope you get more views!
January 20th, 2010 at 5:32 am
Triond has been one of the biggest platforms for me to reveal myself…..luking forward for more of ur articles..kip wriitng..
January 20th, 2010 at 6:20 am
Your thoughts mirror mine. I have been here for almost a month now and have penned down only about 7 articles so far, hope to write good stuff.
Enjoyed reading your article and look forward to more from you.
January 20th, 2010 at 6:27 am
By the way why not twitter too? You can find me as intuitivebuzz on twitter.
January 20th, 2010 at 7:51 am
Nice article here, will read more of yours later….
I joined Triond since Sept09, submitted articles, but about the earnings, till now, I am still not very sure how it works, I write for leisure, still in the learning stage, I don’t understand about those “increase traffic/earnings”, really. I just submitted articles, and read/comments on others work, already taken up a lot of my time, so no time to understand more yet, maybe later I sit down and read thoroughly about those “traffic/earnings”, think about it, my earnings very little, maybe because I usually write poems, something I enjoy better.
Thanks, I will return to your articles later.
January 20th, 2010 at 7:56 am
Massive reply time!
@ cutedrishti8: Ha, we might have the same Triond Birthday. That seems like good advice. Unfortunately, I often get writer’s block and it is difficult to write up interesting content. It is my opinion that writing an uninspired article is as good as writing nothing at all. I will check out the sites you list though and I’ll add more tags :]
@Inna Tysoe: I feel the same way; if you can make money, why not try? It’s no longer the reason I make material, but It is an incentive for me as well.
@sweety: Thank you
@recklessrealist: I know you write well also and thanks
@Tmrobotix: Thanks for both your comments. I hope the same for you and your articles.
@Pryanka Bhowmick: Yeah, Triond really allowed me to explore my urge to write. It’s a satisfying feeling when you finally produce content that is actually appreciated by the Triond population.
@intuitive: You seem to be having good progress then. If you continue at your rate, you will be at 35 by 5 months, 10 more than me. Also, though I do have a twitter, I’m not going to divulge that information. I purposely called myself GreenSunshine to separate myself from my normal username. I don’t want a friend to randomly find my content as much as I don’t want someone from Triond finding out my common screenname. Sorry!
Thank you all for leaving your comments and liking this article. I have only just realized I managed to get onto the “popular articles” tab in the top right hand corner of this site, the third time in my Triond career. This is my most commented on article to date and also the most “liked”. These are all accomplishments for me and I’m left leaning back in my chair smiling. Thanks guys, you all are “day makers” as my friend would say.
January 20th, 2010 at 8:21 am
Congrats, you presented this article very well. This is my first time reading your article.
January 20th, 2010 at 8:34 am
Well done!
January 20th, 2010 at 8:52 am
Congrats. Keep it up
January 20th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Keep on writing. You are a natural writer. Do not focus too much on income. Write from the heart, be persistent, and the money will flow again
January 20th, 2010 at 3:05 pm
I agree with 8shei8, stick with it and eventually your writing income will grow.
January 20th, 2010 at 3:47 pm
Keep publishing! Don’t give up. pennies become cents and cents become dollars. It takes time and it can be frustrating. I made $50 in 7 months. oh well. I can use that money to get a lovely haircut. lol. Adsense, I signed up and haven’t made anything till now.
January 20th, 2010 at 4:25 pm
Very good article, and you are absolutely right. The best way to enjoy this site is for the opportunity to publish your work and receive the feedback from your peers. Not to say that getting money for them isn’t nice, but if you make that your priority, you will be dissapointed.
Looking forward to the next 25 articles. And thank you for your kind comments on my own articles, much appreciated.
January 20th, 2010 at 10:47 pm
You told your Triond experience nicely. I see that you enjoy writing (in Triond) and I think it is enough. Of course you will get more: friendship, earning and recognition. That will become another good experience. I hope (and I’m sure) that you will have a better future in Triond.
January 21st, 2010 at 5:03 am
good work…
January 21st, 2010 at 12:35 pm
Congratulations friend. I look forward to the next 25 articles. Thank you for all the great feedback that you provide too. You have made the Triond experience a rewarding one for people like me. Thanks for being a great writer too.
Billy
January 21st, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Congratulations! Just keep writing. You’re doing fine.
January 22nd, 2010 at 4:14 pm
Congratulations! I’m so happy for you.
January 22nd, 2010 at 5:50 pm
you seem to have regained lost ground in a single go gr888888888888
January 23rd, 2010 at 5:53 pm
I think you have the right attitude that will allow you to be successful here at Triond. The money is nice but it will probably never amount to much. Still, seeing your work in print is a nice reward for a writer. And by the way, this is a well written article.
January 24th, 2010 at 3:30 am
Thank you all for making my 25th article so amazing. :]
January 24th, 2010 at 3:48 am
I find your writings very fine,please write some more .:))))
January 24th, 2010 at 4:52 am
Good for your GreenSunshine and I’m glad that your writing experience here has been an enjoyable one:-) You’ve got to take the good with the bad as you stated and the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages. I also like to write a comprehensive, lengthy article but I’ve learned how to keep it concise and factual without compromising the integrity of the story. A well-penned and thoughtful write:-)
January 24th, 2010 at 5:53 am
You are a good writer. Good luck!
January 24th, 2010 at 10:11 am
Interesting article and I agree, you are a good writer. Keep it up!
January 24th, 2010 at 10:09 pm
You seen to be doing very well. I love it here, it gives me a chance to write anything I want and it’s a fun hobby.
January 25th, 2010 at 6:56 am
I’ve been with Triond a year now and have enjoyed every minute of it. Great place to meet people and I’ve found I really enjoy writing. Enjoy, and I’m sure we’ll meet again. Good article.
January 25th, 2010 at 10:30 am
Thanks for nice post.
January 26th, 2010 at 10:10 am
I liked your frankness in writing
January 27th, 2010 at 12:14 pm
Well done! I added you as a friend and will get through your very varied work, can’t wait, I love it when people try new things!!
I have been with triond since sept 09 and have enjoyed it all.
January 27th, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Well done! I added you as a friend and look forward to reading your varied work, I love it when people try new things.
I have been on triond since Sept 09 and love it. Keep up the good work
January 28th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Well done. I’m impressed with your initial success. I have had the opposite experience, just growing skowly. But yes, it does seem we have to market ourselves. I guess it’s a form of self publishing. Keep writing.
February 3rd, 2010 at 2:45 am
Congratulations, nice experience on triond.
February 9th, 2010 at 7:05 pm
good stuff kid
February 21st, 2010 at 8:04 pm
Very interesting article.