Traffic Directories List and comments on a new project

Discussion in 'Directories' started by loredan, Nov 10, 2007.

  1. #1
    Hello,

    I'm just about to launch my new project, Zyas Directory ... some comments would be very helpful and maybe some improvement ideas.

    The directory is the first to offer promotional videos for all the listings. This is something new, isn't it? :)
    Here are two detail pages
    rakCha Directory
    PagePower

    As you noticed there are no third party measurement tools on Zyas, no PR, no Alexa...no other tools...

    We will try to set up a top traffic directories list which is something pretty unique I would say.
    All we require is a screenshot of your last month traffic so if you have nothing to hide please feel free to add your directory to the Top 50 Traffic Directories List.

    More details on the list page

    I would like to believe this list will become an useful resource for everyone looking for a quality directory that delivers traffic.

    We also have some other cool features on the directory and blog...feel free to browse and let me know your opinion.

    Thanks
     
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    britishguy Prominent Member

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  3. mikey1090

    mikey1090 Moderator Staff

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    #3
    I was expecting another directory but i was wrong. I saw a nicely designed site with fresh content. You have some good video skills but the video didnt really explain much about the listed site. It'll also be a pain for you to keep it up with so many listed sites. You'll be very busy.

    Best of luck:)
     
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  4. loredan

    loredan Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Pete

    Still a lot of work to be done...the idea is to do something different....let the directory have its own personality

    Mikey...that's not a National Geographic documentary to explain in one hour everything about the site and it's not a top professional promo. Usually a good video ad goes over £1k...who would be willing to pay that much? :)

    Thanks for the wishes
     
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  5. mikey1090

    mikey1090 Moderator Staff

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    #5
    I was perhaps pre-judging the video based on other video sites. If you check danielmillions.com, he reviewed zorg links after i submitted.

    He had special software to film his desktop and him browsing the internet. He also commentated whilst browsing around the site. However if the videos arnt the main feature, its not a problem:)
     
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  6. loredan

    loredan Well-Known Member

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    I know the software you are talking about but that's pretty useless when it comes to do this. I don't do video reviews here, but short promo ads which is quite different
     
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  7. mikey1090

    mikey1090 Moderator Staff

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    Fair enough. I forgot to mention, did you design the site yourself? Its looking nice, i like the colour combo! best of luck as always.
     
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    I think Forplex tried the videos on detail pages first. But I see you prepare videos yourself for the listing owners, don't you? In Forplex, submitters upload their videos.
     
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    Great Man Nice work...can u tell me how many did it take to complete it??
     
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    Red_Virus Well-Known Member

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    wow, that is a really cool concept. I know that it was attempted before, But you really have put in a lot of work on your directory. Good Job :)
     
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    I like the spin of the video for promo better than that of review. Creates some excitement and I just submitted my site.... Lets see that video.
     
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    balkanboy Banned

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    #13
    Nice move, I like changes made compared to a common directory.
    Video feature is really cool - Rakcha got a cool P.I.M.P. type video :)
     
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  14. loredan

    loredan Well-Known Member

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    Thanks to all for the kind comments


    Your video will be ready within a couple of hours
    Thanks
     
    loredan, Nov 11, 2007 IP
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    saadahmed007 Admínistratör

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    It's a pretty good idea.JMO, it can deliver decent traffic to listed websites.
    Keep up the good work, Dan :)
     
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    loredan Well-Known Member

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    Thanks for the kind words, Saad!

    Here is the Authority Directory video and here is the full review :)

    Thanks
     
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    Thanks loredan! A very quick turnaround on my submission and I love the video! The music is great! I think you are on to something. Good luck with it!
     
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    nice work Loredan, and thanks for the video for rakcha.
    I got a submission with a deeplink to a youtube video, so I added the embedding here but I am not allowing video submission yet as not many will use the feature. I won't be making the videos myself also as I don't have the skills
     
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    loredan Well-Known Member

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    Glad you like it Bruce :)

    Thanks to mhamdi I managed to link the review from the blog with the detail page. Check it here , just above the video

    Thanks Tarek for the kind words and for your help
     
    loredan, Nov 12, 2007 IP