You do content writing but not getting a job? These websites will give you up to $500 per article!
The Frustration of a Talented Writer
Does this happen to you as well? You work hard to write an excellent, high-quality article. You have full faith in your writing skills. You know that the content you can write can engage readers.
But when you apply for a job, you are met with silence. When you approach a client, there is no reply. And there is so much competition on platforms like Fiverr or Upwork that getting an order from there seems like a dream.
This feeling hurts a lot, when there is no one to recognize your hard work and talent. My heart breaks and I feel that maybe this field is not meant for me.
The Problem Isn’t Your Skill, It’s Your Strategy
If you are feeling all this, you are not alone. But believe me, you do not need to worry at all. The problem is not in your skill, but in not applying at the right place. Today I will tell you about those real websites which are finding talented writers like you and also pay them a lot of money for their hard work.
A Quick Introduction
Before we move ahead, let me give you a small introduction of myself.
Hi! My name is Ahmad Shakeel. I’m 21 years old, and I live in Pakistan. I’ve enjoyed blogging for 5 years and know a lot about it. Now, I’ve started my job portal website! I’ll be posting updates about new jobs there every single day to help people find work.
High-Paying Websites for Content Writers
Come on, let’s open those doors where your content writing skills will be really appreciated.
Always remember one thing, this is not a “copy-paste” or “get rich quickly” work. Here, your quality will establish your identity.
1. Long Reads
The first website we will talk about is Long Reads. As the name suggests, this platform is known for long, detailed, and non-fiction articles. If you can write personal stories, investigative journalism, or deep commentary on a culture, then this is the place for you.
- Payment: Their rates start at
500∗∗forawell−reportedessay.Youcaneasilyearnupto∗∗500∗∗forawell−reportedessay.Youcaneasilyearnupto∗∗350 for a normal, well-researched article that fulfills their requirement. - Pro Tip: Before sending an article here, do visit their website and read their old articles so that you can get an idea of their style and topics.
2. Listverse
Now let us come to a website which can be a very good starting point for new writers. Its name is Listverse. This website publishes “Top 10” style listicles. The best thing about this is that there is no dearth of topics here. You can make an interesting list on pop culture, history, science, technology, or any strange and unknown topic.
- Payment: If your list is unique, well-written, and liked by their editors, you get a straight $100 for every article you publish. This is a great motivation for a beginner.
3. Business Insider
The third website that I would recommend to you is Business Insider. This is a very big and professional platform. Here, not only business is written about, but also topics like technology, finance, healthcare, lifestyle, and entertainment.
- Quality Standards: Since this is a very big publication, the quality standards here are also very high.
- Key Benefit: If your article gets selected here, you not only get good money, but a very big name gets added to your portfolio. Working here means that you are included among the top writers of the industry.
4. Open News
If your interest is in technology, coding, or apps, then a great platform for you is Open News. This website is especially for those people who can write on topics between technology and journalism, like the process of making a news app, experience of working with data, or any case study related to coding.
- Payment: Their payment rates are also very impressive.
- They pay up to $500 for a detailed case study or guide.
- For a small article, you can be paid up to $500.
- If your article is written normally, you can get paid up to $200.
Other Noteworthy Websites
These were just some examples. There are dozens of such websites, each with its own distinct style and audience.
- Smashing Magazine (for web design/development)
- A Fine Parent (for parenting tips)
- Cracked (for humor and pop culture)
The #1 Tip to Avoid Rejection
Now comes the most important tip which I promised you. This is the mistake that 90% of new writers make and their articles get rejected.
That tip is: before submitting your article, be sure to proofread it at least two times.
When you are writing an article, you are in the flow and minor spelling mistakes or grammar errors are not visible. But nothing escapes the editor’s eyes. When he finds 3-4 mistakes in an article, he rejects it without even reading the whole article, no matter how good your idea is.
This is exactly like you made a beer with a lot of hard work but forgot to add salt to it. All the hard work goes waste. So, always present your work like a professional.
Your Next Steps: Start Writing!
So my brothers and sisters, what are you doing now? Don’t wait. Explore these websites, understand their guidelines, and write a quality article that you can be proud of.
You may face rejection initially, but do not lose courage. Every rejection will teach you something new. Focus on quality, not quantity. One good article can give you as much as 10 useless articles cannot.
Allah makes you successful.
All the best,
Ahmad Shakeel
