Which Articles Get Read and Why

Posted on November 20th, 2007 in Online Writing by Liane Schmidt
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I have been writing for Triond now for about a year and would like to sum up some of the reasons why some articles are viewed more often than others.

Not only has writing for Triond helped me in a personal therapeutic way, because it allows you complete creative authority, but it has also opened my life to a world of supportive, talented writers with whom I am proud to be in a community with.

Throughout my experience with this site, I have also been trying to gauge what articles are read the most. As many of you know, it seems that some articles become popular overnight while others seem to rarely be viewed more than once or twice.

I have found that there are several factors as to why this occurs. Some of these factors follow:

Popular Writers

If your name falls under this category, your articles will be read more for the logical fact that your name is simply more highly visible than writers who are not listed as the most popular. It is much easier to click these names than it is to search and look for an author not listed. In addition, reading what popular writers write about can help give you ideas and help improve your writing skills along the way. To become a better writer you must not only write everyday, but you must read as much as possible.

Titles

Titles do matter. They grab the reader’s attention and make all the difference between whether they take the extra two seconds to click on your article. Try to see what is popular. Try to come up with unique titles. Bold, strong statements are striking. Inspirational and romantic titles are popular as well.

Pictures

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Although I rarely use them myself, (I will start to use them more) I have found that many of the most viewed and popular articles have great, appropriate pictures that help keep you interested in the article. They also help to keep your reader’s attention and keep them coming back for more.

Subject

I have also noticed that some of my most popular articles are the ones that revolve around health, travel and inspiration. These are two of my most popular articles:

B12 Shots:The Newest Energy Booster

Cultural Differences: A Glimpse of South Korea

Reading other writer’s work:

One of the best ways to lift you up is to lift others up along the way. Again, we are all a common community of talented writers. When you help out your fellow writers they want to help lift you up as well. Be loyal to reading their work and they will return the gesture a hundredfold. Try to always be positive when you leave comments. We all are learning everyday how to be better writers. There is no need to tear another person’s work down. As the old saying says, “If you have nothing nice to say, do not say anything at all.”

Taking more time and attention with each article.

When more care and attention to detail is put into each article, I have found that these articles become very popular. You must be sure to write in a clear, unfettered fashion so that your message comes across easily to the reader.

Bullet points & Numbering

Sometimes it is easier to follow an article that is laid out in a bullet pointed or numbered structure because your eye can follow it more readily. It is like a guide to keep your eyes on track and interested in the information being provided. It is another tool like adding pictures that will help get your articles more views!

Specialty

I have also noticed that many popular writers tend to write about the same subjects. They are writing for clear cut audiences and this is a great way to develop a faithful reading audience. Much like how one looks forward to a favorite television program, looking forward to your favorite writer, who writes about your favorite subject is a wonderful addition and treat for a reader.

Respond to Comments

Many readers revisit articles that they have left comments on. They might have asked a question or simply want to know if you care about what they have said. Leave a comment letting them know how important their words are to you and any other thing you want to express. Without readers writers are nothing. We need our readers. Comments do make a world of a difference in lifting us up; they help us to not only continue forward with our passion, but to also improve our art form. They need to know how important they are to us.

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Talent

And, last but not least, of course, when you have great writing skills talent cannot be denied and you will start to develop a faithful audience who looks forward to your work and sharing your work.

These are just some of the things I have learned and noticed through my observations. I hope they are helpful to you and give you more food for thought on the next pieces you decide to write. Or maybe it will help you write your very first piece for Triond.

Best wishes to all.

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57 Responses to “Which Articles Get Read and Why”

  • IcyCucky
    November 20th, 2007 at 12:17 pm

    Liane,
    This article is priceless! Thank you for your outstanding observation, and for writing it to help others.

  • Anne Lyken-Garner
    November 20th, 2007 at 2:49 pm

    Fab article, I noticed it on my ‘friends activities’, on ‘community’ (I think it went through the newly published list too rapidly for me to notice).

    You are exactly right and I fully agree.

  • Darlene McFarlane
    November 20th, 2007 at 5:50 pm

    Liane, You have outdone yourself with this article. It is well thought out and very precise. I agree with every point you listed and will use it as a guide in future writing.

    Bravo!

  • Louie Jerome
    November 20th, 2007 at 6:01 pm

    Great article Liane, thanks.

  • Alexa Gates
    November 20th, 2007 at 6:34 pm

    I think I’ll try some of these suggestions! Great article!!

    Alexa

  • Liane Schmidt
    November 21st, 2007 at 12:43 am

    Dear IcyCucky, I am always honored by your kind comments.

    Dear Anne, thank so very much for your comment. It truly warmed my heart.

    Dear Darlene, coming from you I am truly humbled. I often look to your work and much of my article was written after thinking about your articles.

    Dear Louie, I can always count on your positive support. I am truly appreciative of it.

    Dear Alexa, I do hope that they are helpful to you. All your dreams will come true!

    My sincere gratitude to all.

    Best wishes.

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Ivan Trotsky
    November 21st, 2007 at 5:39 pm

    I think your observations are very helpful. Thankyou for the great suggestions.

  • Liane Schmidt
    November 22nd, 2007 at 2:47 am

    Dear Ivan,

    Your comment is truly appreciated.

    Best wishes!

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • lanne
    November 22nd, 2007 at 8:38 am

    Great article!!

  • CGLewis
    November 23rd, 2007 at 5:48 pm

    Dear Liane,

    Thank you for the words of encouragement and advice. I am a new writer to Triond (first article was on “Blinkers are Not a Decorative Item”) and your article has given me some insight on my next articles to write. God Bless & Happy Holidays!

    CGLewis

  • Lucy Lockett
    November 23rd, 2007 at 5:55 pm

    This was an excellent article that will help many of the new writers to Triond and some of the older writers too.

  • Judy Sheldon-Walker
    November 24th, 2007 at 9:32 pm

    Liane, This article not only gave good advice, it followed it. lol.
    Excellent job.

  • Liane Schmidt
    November 25th, 2007 at 2:44 am

    Dear lanne, thank you so kindly!

    Dear CGLewis, thank you so much for your comment. It warms my heart. Your writing endeavors will be fulfilling and successful. Blessings to you too.

    Dear Lucy, your comments are always greatly appreciated.

    Dear Judy, your comment made me smile and laugh! Thank you so kindly.

    Best wishes.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Jason
    November 25th, 2007 at 7:32 am

    This article is very well written, a truly great article :)

  • Liane Schmidt
    November 29th, 2007 at 11:56 am

    Dear Jason, your comment is truly appreciated. Thank you with all my heart.

    Best wishes.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • beauley, Lucien
    November 29th, 2007 at 8:09 pm

    This article was very well written, composed and is also very articulate. Your points are very well conveyed. I thought of just copying what all your other readers(writers) said, but that’s cheating. You are truly not a beginner and this article sais you are in the teacher class. Thanks for it…

  • Liane Schmidt
    November 30th, 2007 at 5:44 pm

    Dear beauley, Lucien,

    Your comment truly means so much to me, especially knowing how well received you are on this site. Your words and opinion mean more to me than you know.

    Best wishes.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Ruby Hawk
    December 1st, 2007 at 2:49 pm

    This was an inspiration and a great help for me, and I am sure for everyone who reads it. Thank you.

  • Liane Schmidt.
    December 6th, 2007 at 2:40 pm

    Dear Ruby,

    I am so happy to hear that. Thank you with all my heart for your kind comment.

    Best wishes.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • LSMR
    December 18th, 2007 at 2:24 pm

    Hi I like that..good advice

  • Leno
    December 19th, 2007 at 3:06 am

    You married? if not would you marry me, please? Good Article

  • Liane Schmidt
    December 20th, 2007 at 3:19 am

    Dear LSMR, thank so kindly for your nice comment. It is truly appreciated.

    Dear Leno, *blush* Thank you with all my heart for your kind words.

    Best wishes to all.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Jared Stenzel
    December 24th, 2007 at 11:56 am

    Great article, many tips I have also learned in my 11 months here. All of those are factors I have found to be a very key factor in good articles.

  • B. Radley
    December 28th, 2007 at 1:41 pm

    Hi Liane,
    This is another useful article. I particularly like your comment about leaving positive feedback/comments for fellow triond readers. I am sometimes shy about submitting my articles on sites like digg because some of the comments people leave for each other are very negative. I like getting comments from Triond readers because they are always nice and encouraging. Thanks!

  • Nick Kenney
    December 29th, 2007 at 9:12 pm

    Great article and advice, thanks so much Liane.
    I haven’t been commenting too much on my comments…guess I need to start. But I do always try to return the favor of reads…:)
    I love this group we’re a party to!!

  • AndaPanda
    January 9th, 2008 at 3:33 am

    Being new to Triond I was drawn to the subjects you address concerning it.

    Although some of your advice is logical, I enjoyed the encouraging and reassuring way in which you presented it.

  • lanne
    January 9th, 2008 at 9:30 am

    Great article Liane. Logical and easy to follow advice. Thank you

  • Nelson Doyle
    January 9th, 2008 at 1:20 pm

    Really great article about marketing, writing and Triond. Need I really write the last three marketing articles in my marketing series? No, just read this article, because it really sums things up and in a very professional way.

  • S.S.
    January 10th, 2008 at 10:36 pm

    great article! Very useful info :)

  • Liane Schmidt
    January 10th, 2008 at 11:10 pm

    Dear Jared, thank you so very much for your kind comment!

    Dear B. Radley, I am so glad to hear that the response you receive at Triond is good! Yes, I too have found that triond readers and writers are very kind leaving very encouraging and uplifting, helpful words.

    Dear Nick, I completely agree with you. I love the wonderful community of Triond readers and writers as well! We are all blessed to be among such great company.

    Dear AndaPanda, I truly appreciate your comment. Yes, I believe much about being successful in any field has to do with logical, practical guidelines that are sometimes helpful to just be reminded of, especially in a positive can do manner!

    Dear lanne, thank you so kindly for your comment!

    Dear Nelson, your comment truly touches my heart. Thank you very much.

    Dear S.S., I am so glad to hear that!

    Best wishes to all. You can, will and are making your dreams come true!

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • cherrycher
    January 11th, 2008 at 3:01 pm

    Thanks Liane!

    As a newbie to Triond, this article helped a lot.
    Cheers,
    cc

  • Liane Schmidt
    January 12th, 2008 at 3:05 am

    Dear cherrycher,

    I am so glad to hear that! Thank you so much for leaving a comment to let me know.

    Best wishes to a successful writing career and life of your dreams.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Gail Nobles
    January 12th, 2008 at 12:47 pm

    Thank you for this info. It can be tough sometimes, and a lot of hard work. I have one popular article that stays popular. I am still trying to learn from what I did. Some topics and subjects everyone is interested in. Those kind of articles are not always easy no matter what. You have to know what info people really need.

  • Ed Moore
    January 21st, 2008 at 10:24 pm

    Liane…

    I have been searching all over for you. I couldn’t find you. One reason is I am technically inept. Another reason is I am technically inept. But alcohol helps losen the the brain, and so, here I am! First, let me thank you for all your good writing. Second, let me thank you for your very nice comments. So, without further adu, “Thank you!!” All my best to you!

  • Liane Schmidt
    February 29th, 2008 at 6:09 pm

    Dear Gail, you bring up very good points. It takes perseverance, belief in yourself, and knowing what to write; in addition, to many other things. It’s good to think about those things – they will only make your writing even better!

    Dear Ed, I am touched that you searched for me! And, thank you with all my heart for your comment.

    Best wishes to all.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Rana Sinha
    April 7th, 2008 at 5:55 am

    Thanks for the informative tips. All the best!

  • jvbod69
    May 27th, 2008 at 4:16 pm

    I like it a lot. Thanks so much, being new on here, this helps a lot. However your link on tips how to earn more money didn’t work for me…if you find it, please send it my way.
    xoxo
    JVB

  • Eden Emersen
    June 14th, 2008 at 8:54 am

    Thank you for your advice and for the positive outlook. I notice that your comments and articles are always so kind and helpful. Blessings to you!

  • Liane Schmidt
    June 14th, 2008 at 2:53 pm

    Dear Rana, thank you so kindly.

    Dear jvbod69, thank you with all my heart for letting me know that you liked the article.

    Dear Eden, your comment is truly appreciated. Yes, I do my very best to always lift others up. We are all still learning. We all make mistakes. Whatever we focus our attention on multiplies. That’s why I try my best to focus on the positive.

    Blessings & best wishes to all.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Richie Montalbo
    July 23rd, 2008 at 11:57 pm

    Great advice! I only write poems here and only have few which are published. And only few friends. I guess I need to have more friends and more articles. Thanks again!

  • hyx123
    July 27th, 2008 at 9:13 am

    Thanks for the tips!!

  • tonisan60
    August 13th, 2008 at 8:15 pm

    Excelent work, very enlightening, my applauses for an amazing work and a great article, that shows your empathy.
    Your soul shinnes as a splendid sun in an cleared, serene and unclouded sky.

  • Ken
    October 18th, 2008 at 8:40 am

    Very good points Liane. I’m always looking for ways to improve my own writing. Your articles have been a huge help!

  • Liane Schmidt
    October 22nd, 2008 at 12:12 am

    Dear Richie, thank you so kindly. You can make all your dreams come true!

    Dear hyx123, you are kindly welcome.

    Dear tonisan60, your comment is beautiful, thank you with all my heart.

    Dear Ken, I truly appreciate your comment.

    “If you can dream it, you can do it!”
    -Walt Disney.

    Best wishes & blessings to all.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Jo Bingham
    November 7th, 2008 at 10:53 am

    Thanks again for the helpful tips. Its great to see people who are not only talented in their gifting but are also willing to aid others who are trying to find their way as well.

  • Kristie Claar
    November 10th, 2008 at 3:09 pm

    AWESOME read for being a ‘Newbie’ to Triond myself. Thank you Liane!
    God Bless!
    KC

  • Dieter Hentz
    November 12th, 2008 at 7:00 pm

    good information

  • Liane Schmidt
    November 14th, 2008 at 2:19 am

    Dear Jo, your comment is deeply appreciated. I do my best to come up with the best inspirational articles I can.

    Dear Kristie, welcome to Triond – you WILL be very successful here, I am certain. Thank you with all my heart for your comment.

    Dear Dieter, thank you so kindly.

    Blessings & best wishes to all.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • AC Hamilton III
    December 18th, 2008 at 8:45 pm

    Greatness again Liane!

  • Izzy Daniels
    December 24th, 2008 at 12:06 am

    thank you for the advice

  • Liane Schmidt
    January 11th, 2009 at 12:32 am

    Dear AC Hamilton III, thank you with all my heart*

    Dear Izzy Daniels, you are kindly welcome.

    Blessings to all.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Alystar Crane
    March 11th, 2009 at 12:14 am

    thanks for the encouragement and wonderful advice.

  • kamlesh786
    March 23rd, 2009 at 1:15 am

    will try your suggestions thanks :)

  • Levells
    May 15th, 2009 at 6:44 pm

    This article is brilliantly written, exactly what I needed to see. This is my first day here and your articles are already helping me see what I need to do.
    I just have one criticism. The link for ‘Increase Your Income’ does not appear to work.
    Other than that, thank you for writing an article that can benefit everyone here. I’m off to read some more of your articles for inspiration.

  • Liane Schmidt
    May 17th, 2009 at 12:57 pm

    Dear Alystar Crane, you’re kindly welcome.

    Dear kamlesh786, I hope they prove to be helpful to you!

    Dear Levells, thank you with all my heart for pointing out the link that is not working and welcome to Triond! You will achieve success beyond your greatest dreams!

    Blessings.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • niceguyken
    June 7th, 2009 at 11:40 am

    THis is damn good. I better go and practicalise it now

  • Allena Impire
    July 6th, 2009 at 2:12 am

    This is very helpful. Thank you.

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