When it comes to making money online, I have a soft spot for online content sites. There are many reasons behind this, and I think one one of them is the fact that it’s how I actually got started in this path on the web. Anyway, one of the places I have come across is a content site called LoveToKnow.
Admittedly, I haven’t tried writing for this site, and I haven’t even applied either. So, I’m not really sure about the whole process. All I know is that they have a permanent section for Hiring Writers, which includes some basic information about how to become a LoveToKnow writer.
Basically, all applicants should fill-in an online application form, which includes providing some basic personal information, choosing your areas of interests/expertise, and sending at least two writing samples. There are a variety of topics to choose from – from art and computers to baking and business, among many others. They also mention that they hire Site Editors.
When it comes to pay, acccording to the site: “Pay for approved writers starts at $20 per 650-word article, with a minimum of 20 articles required each month, pending acceptance.” I did not read any payment options for the Site Editor position.
Personally, I find that 20-article monthly minimum a bit daunting as a writer. Especially since each article should be 650 words – and it only pays $20 per article. Having said that, there aren’t a lot of content sites that offer much more than that, so it’s a competitive rate from what I know. It will just depend on how long it will take for an individual writer to complete each article, as well as the kind of rights the writers get.
In any case, I’d really appreciate hearing from people who have actually tried writing for LoveToKnow. And, if I ever give it a go myself, I will let you know.
Hi Shai. I have been writing for LTK for about 1 1/2 years. There are positive things and negative things about it, lik e anything else. Sometimes, it can be daunting looking at a list of 20 article titles. Depending on whether you are writing in your own niche or not it can mean a lot of research. I would say, that when I write in areas that I am proficient in an article will take me about 45-60 minutes. And if it is something I am not interested in it can be…D.R.Y. BUT they pay on time, every month, there is a lot of support from those higher up and it is consistent. I am also a site editor for 2 of the channels, antiques and organics (where I am proficient) and editing takes about 10 hours a month for each channel, if that. Site editors are responsible for editing writer’s work for grammar, coding, and facts, as well as changing up the landing pages, and handling comments. Pay is on a per item basis. A writer can expect to make about 400-450 a month and a writer/editor can expect about 550-850 or more, depending on the variations in the channel they are editing.
It is a great place to hone editing and seo skills, as well as gain experience. It was my second writing gig after I went on with b5. Hope this helps…and if anyone has questions I can answer I would be glad to.
I have never heard this web, which is interesting, I want to know more about LTK
Hi, Marye. Thanks for sharing your input regarding this! It’s good to know that there ARE good things about it and that it’s a legit place to write for. Thanks also for your offer of answering questions. We might take you up on it some time!
BTW, do you know how long it takes for them to respond once you send in an application?
Hi, uwak. I’ll keep you posted if I hear anything more about this site.
It varies. The got back to me in 3 weeks. I think, like any large company, it depends on whether they are actively searching, what they are looking for, etc.
Like Mayre, I’m a writer and Site Editor for LovetoKnow. I have been writing for them since April 2008. I love working with them. The first few months of pulling off 20 articles a month by the deadline were tough but once you get the hang of the required style and find good research resources in your usual assigned niches, it goes well. They pay promptly, provide training and I have networked with other good writers and editors, which led to some contacts and information that led me to publish in other places. I recommend them to writers with enthusiasm. You can read my contributions on the channels I edit – Vitamins, Business and Vegetarian – or on Herbs, Gourmet and French, my usual topics (although I think I’ve written for over a dozen of their sections!).
I’m thinking of applying with LTK. Do you know if they accept foreign writers? Please let me know. Thanks!!
Oh, btw, I am from India
VIPVIP1 where i have to sign up on ehow.com
2.can sign up and get paid as canadian
3.how ehow they will send money to you to paypal or what how they will pay
4.as first timer how many article you need to upload and howmuch they pay you and when
write me to my email nickyhuwiler@hotmail.com