Triond is a great place to learn from others and have fun. There are always very interesting articles to read, some are funny, some are sad and many are educational. Triond is not a place to expect great fortunes, but it is a very good place to express yourself and then anticipate how your work is received by others. This article offers some suggestions on how to enhance your experience with Triond.
Occasionally, some writers have problems submitting their credentials when they make comments on the articles they read. Here are a couple tips: Once you write your comment, the next step is to copy the alphanumerical code at the bottom of the comment box into the adjacent empty box. Then, before submitting your comment, click in the empty box, next to the question: "Post comment with your Triond credentials?" Two empty boxes will appear. Enter your Triond Username and Password and then submit your comment. Here is where some problems arise. If you type in the alphanumerical code incorrectly, it will not take. Also, Triond only allows a certain amount of time to enter your comment. If you entered the wrong code and/or took too much time before submitting your comment, your name will not be highlighted for others to check your credentials, or your comment may not have taken. To ensure everything went okay, after you submit your comment, check the article to see that your comment is there and your name is highlighted.
Criticizing someone's grammar and spelling.
This is an issue that should be given serious thought. I know we all like to show that we know how to write and we are good using the English language, but sometimes our public criticism of the way someone misspells words or use grammar incorrectly can be hurtful to that person. Some writers do not mind being corrected in public. I find these writers are generally not Americans and are learning the language as a second language. However, correcting someone in public is not normally an American value. We generally try to do this in private. If you are tempted to correct someone's writing, I would suggest you contact them by message first and find out what they prefer. In other words, do they care to be corrected in public or on private?
We Can help each other by clicking "I like."
I understand that the more the "I LIKE" button on an article is clicked, the more someone can earn. I often see articles that writers are viewing often, but little, to no I LIKES. Let me put it this way, aren't we a social family with pretty much the same goals, that of being recognized and maybe making a few dollars? Come on friends, unless the article is really bad or you can't stand it, help out and click the I LIKE button when you view someone's work. If you can take the time to comment on the article, why not also click the I LIKE button.
Rude remarks
Most writers are supportive of others and friendly even when they disagree with an article, but I have run into some very rude writers who write very nasty and hateful comments, including calling me nasty and hateful names. This is seen often with articles speaking on political issues. They do not realize (or don't care) that they lose their credibility and respect as writers. I generally try to respond to their criticism, but only once. If they come back again and haven't changed their ways, I ignore them. Remember this: "You cannot argue with a fool and you cannot fix stupid."
Making money on Triond has much to do with writing often, making friends and their responses.
The number of articles you submit and the nunber of friends that you make and their comments on your work are directly proportional to the earnings you will reap. A great and interesting article without friends and comments is wasted. If you are interested in making money, you must make friends and welcome their comments. responding back to them, thanking them for their comments goes a long way in developing a following. The more articles you submit, the more you will be recognized. However, there are writers who submit just about anything just to add to his/her volume. I would discourage this behavior because many writers will not respond to articles without substance.
Many flood articles they read with meaningless comments.
Comments such as "good," "okay," and so on are not a good way to respond to someones work. I know we are all busy and we read many articles written by our friends. I know it is hard to take time to put time into our comments, but just think for a moment how you feel getting thoughtless responses to your articles. Don't you appreciate some deeper thought on your work, other than, "good?"Personally, I try to get the gist of the article and make a thoughtful comment, often as it relates to my life. Thoughtful comments indicate to the author that you really did read and think about his/her subject, instead of just trying to cover the bases. Personally, I think that if a thoughtful comment cannot be written, no comment should be written.
I'm fine with just "good" or "interesting" comments since I sometimes (or is it most of the time?) do the same thing. The important thing is the friend cared enough to drop by. For me, it's also my way of saying I've viewed the friend's post. But of course there are times when I don't have enough time to leave comments especially when I just did a dozen comment marathon.:D
I understand JK. It\'s just like the issue of correctig someone in public, some do not mind. The point that I tried to make is the \"ideal\" way to work with each other. The problem is when someone does not read your articles and runs down all of them commenting \"okay,\" \"good,\" and so on, just to appear that they have read them. In this case, I believe it\'s a selfish act. Sometimes those kinds of comments are obviously not appropriate to an article; it is obvious that your article was not read. I know this goes on. I have seen it. I do believe each writer should try to offer up a little more than a word just to indicate some understanding of what he/she read, but I do not expect everyone to agree with me, and I respect your opinion.
Great work on this, I do not mind being corrected in a comment and I am American, only thing I dont like is people leaving rude/hurtful comments on my triond friends articles, I do not mind them myself, but some of you are really sweet and dont deserve such things.
I hope all of you will excuse some of my grammatical errors toward the end of my article. I started out slowly writing it, then hurried towards the end. You know what the old saying is, "Haste makes waste." I also want all of my friends and followers to know I appreciate your comments. I think you all do very well. The problems that I speak of are of writers who I have seen commenting on other writer's articles, and some 'hit and miss' writers who have made rude remarks on some of my articles.
#5 by Darla Smith, Dec 5, 2008
This is a great article and very helpful. I'm one who doesn't mind if someone points out my mistakes in public. Sometimes it's hard to catch them yourself, especially mistakes with spelling. I've tried using the I Like It button but it just won't work for some reason and I also can't get my credentials feature to work. I've contacted someone about it, but what they told me to do didn't work. I'm wondering if my computer being a MAC might have something to do with it.
Very nice thoughtful article. Yes, sometimes it is difficult to write longer comments. I think in the end, truly it's the thought that counts. If someone takes the time to read your work whether it's a small comment or not - I appreciate it completely! Everyone's time is valuable and if they give me even a moment of it - I am FOREVER BLESSED!
So if you click on "I Like It" means you earn money. Do the comments earn money. I understand having more people read is good. Does clicking just on the from anyone earn money? Thanks for the information.
L.C., when I said that “the more the “I Like” button is clicked, the more someone can earn,” I meant it figuratively. Actually, Triond pays based on a formula according to popular content and page views. Essentially, the more popular the content is, and the more page views you get, the more it pays. To my knowledge, comments, clicking on someone’s name and clicking on the “I Like” box are not solid factors in the formula. They do, however, show degrees of popularity. It is my opinion that we as writers, generally like to have our work appreciated, unless the writing is just for the money. How many times have you seen an article with a lot of page views and little to no “I Likes?” You can comment on articles, but not really like them. On the other hand, if you like an article and can find the time to comment on it, then, why not click the “I Like” button? Personally, without the clicks, I wonder if my work was perceived as bad or good. It acts as a benchmark. I think most of us, enjoy writing and we like to be recognized by our peers. Comments are great but the thought can still linger in some minds, “is my work really liked? If you get 20 comments and only 2 “I Like” clicks, are you really sure your article is liked? Clicking the “I Like” button reassures writers and therefore can have a direct affect on that writer’s content and style. In that regard, writers can be encouraged to write the best articles that they can, and therefore, possibly make more money. That is the connection that I tried to emphasize.
Westbrook,you are a gracious Triond team player. Yes! I remember you now. You offered excellent advice on cat's behavior. I've shared that information with others,and look foward to sharing your writings.
I love this article! I myself, have come across this very issue. I firmly believe everyone has a right to their opinion and they should be treated exactly you would wish to be treated for yours. Secondly, rude comments come from all walks of life. I am Canadian and have expressed my distaste for negative feedback. I also agree with the whole private message business because it can be down-right embarrassing to do otherwise. I would not want to alienate anyone because of their political views or grammar.
Besides, a person is more willing to learn with positive and encouraging feedback.
Hi,I agree with your point about criticism. I don't mind being critized in public for my grammar or my content, but still, it will be better if the critic is made in private. As for the comment, I am happy with any comment I receive, even if it is only a short 'Good' or 'Nice'.
