How to Make Money Writing for eHow.com
A Fun Revenue Sharing Website That Helps Pay Monthly Bills
Jul 21, 2009
eHow is a fun and interesting website where writers can make money by writing short step-by-step how-to articles. The website also features a social networking component where members can meet new friends and share information regarding tips and tricks of the trade. However, there are several things the writer needs to keep in mind to achieve success on the site.
How to Write an Effective eHow Article
eHow markets itself as the top spot on the web for information on how to do just about anything. As such, members can write on virtually any topic conceivable. For example, the person could develop an article on how to grow tomatoes, iron clothes, or polish silver. Or if the member is into cooking: how to make crème brulee, cook rice, or how to make hummus from scratch.
In terms of the types of articles, job searching, food, health, and household articles tend to attract more page views. These include articles such as how to bake an apple pie, how to use a tape measure, how to find a graphic design job, how to maintain good oral hygiene, and so on. To reiterate, these are everyday ordinary tasks that people type into an internet search engine to learn how to do.
What Not to Write on eHow
New writers need to keep in mind that eHow is structured to provide practical instructions on how to perform everyday tasks to web users. This becomes very important because the site frequently performs quality checks and will suspend articles that do not fit its how-to format. For example, theoretical articles such as, “How to Understand the Difference Between PCs and Macs” or “How to Learn About Archaeology” do not fit the site’s article standards.
Search Engine Optimization
When the person signs up with an account to begin writing how-to articles on eHow with the intent of making money, he or she should have a rudimentary understanding of search engine optimization (SEO). SEO is a methodology for placing specific keywords and keyword phrases both in the body of the article and in the keyword field on the last page of the site’s article submission process.
How to Get Started Writing for eHow
Newbies should carefully read the site’s Terms of Use, located at the bottom of every page on their website. The writer should especially take note of his or her rights as a contributor. Generally, members license their work to eHow and allow the site to display and use their articles however they see fit. Writers retain all rights to their work non-exclusively, which means the website does not own the work and the person can use it anywhere else.
During the registration process, the first step is to complete the member profile and start making new friends. When writing the first article, keep in mind that the most successful members write how-to articles for everyday, ordinary tasks, perhaps with a new or novel approach.
Writers also need to keep in mind that they won't strike it rich overnight. eHow is a revenue-sharing website, and the idea is to accrue a small amount of money per article that, collectively and over a longer period of time, will make more money as the person writes more articles. At the same time, the website is a fun, unique way for job seekers to earn a little cash while pounding the pavement.
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