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outsourcing article writing

Discussion in 'Copywriting' started by awaken, Aug 12, 2007.

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    i've been toying with the idea of outsourcing article writing for our company. we're in a field with relatively easy content to write about, but i just don't have the time to do it myself. i wanted to see if anyone has had any luck doing so or if you have any words of caution.

    thanks
     
    awaken, Aug 12, 2007 IP
  2. bobchrist

    bobchrist Active Member

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    I think it is easier to get a writer from forums, you should post your requirement with your offering in relevant section, I hope the people offering such service will respond to you.
     
    bobchrist, Aug 13, 2007 IP
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    MaryMary Prominent Member

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    Outsourcing to qualified writers could be the best thing you ever you do for your business. Think of how much time it could free up for you.
     
    MaryMary, Aug 13, 2007 IP
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    internetauthor Peon

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    Outsourcing writing is essentially the same as outsourcing anything else - it's a matter of money.

    If you can write the pieces yourself quickly and easily, you may be spending more outsourcing than simply doing it yourself.

    If you can make more money than you're spending doing something else during the time you would otherwise be writing, outsourcing makes sense.

    One word of caution - if you outsource content to someone who requires a great deal of oversight and then you must take time to edit the final product, you haven't saved any money over hiring a more qualified (and possibly more expensive) individual.

    Spend your money well the first time. Having to spend time or hire someone else to fix the first batch will just waste money in the long run.
     
    internetauthor, Aug 13, 2007 IP
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    marketjunction Well-Known Member

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    Outsourcing is the lifeblood of capitalism. :)

    If you're going to outsource, make sure you think about all the requirements and spell them out clearly. Having a smooth and clear workflow is key to getting a solid product delivered in a timely fashion.

    Should you need magazine-quality writing, look for those types of writers. If you're doing an article for submission or something, look to those guys.

    You should have a goal in mind for your article. What is the main purpose for it being in existence? What do you hope readers will do?

    Good luck
     
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    designerz Banned

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    Managament skills and profit booking -- This is the soul motto of outsourcing. Content outsourcing can be a brilliant business provided u have talented writers and ready to chru out 100-200 articles per day with a strong client base.
     
    designerz, Aug 14, 2007 IP
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    If you ever decide to outsource some articles i'de be willing to work for you. I have a great service here and everyone has been happy but goin through a quiet patch at the moment so if you can provide the work i would be more then happy to do some.

    Can talk about price etc if you decide to go ahead with it.

    cheers
     
    bon300187, Aug 14, 2007 IP
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    outsourcing seems big word here for writers, there out be many ghost writers that do good work on very reasonable charges.
     
    bobchrist, Aug 14, 2007 IP