Due to the many articles that we receive (hundreds daily), and
the fact that we manually approve articles, we request that you *please* follow
these examples to know whether your article is considered appropriate or not.
Please note that the following are JUST EXAMPLES. In some cases, I
have taken articles and CHANGED them for the purpose of showing you what not to
do (and what to do), however, I do not ever show the "real" article that had the
issues. (Let's be fair to all, shall we? :)
When I show an "acceptable" article, they are just to show a brief overview.
Articles (real articles) would usually be longer in length than my examples.
NOT ACCEPTABLE:
MyCompany is the #1 source for Your Company on the internet. We offer 10,000 company resources to aid you in your business and personal company searches. By purchasing our software, you will gain unlimited lifetime access to thousands of quality resources, sites and companies worldwide.
MyCompany provides powerful company features with ease of use, making it an ideal choice for you, all in the privacy of your own home. This is 100% legal, and accurate way to get this information.
Visit mycompany.com.
WHY IS IT NOT ACCEPTABLE?
As you can see, the above isn't even suitable for a press release. It is a
very blatant ad. While the author may feel that it is a resource, it is NOT
placed in a resource topic. (Resource submissions should go
HERE).
ACCEPTABLE:
Have you ever attempted to do research on the internet, only to find that
the results you get are lacking? The reason is because there is just too much
information out there. Here are a few tips to help you weed through to find the
right information that can help you.
Tip #1: You need to pay attention to whether the site is loaded with ads
(i.e., google adwords). In that instance, the owner of the site is more
concerned with earning from ad dollars than they are about the information you
are actually seeking.
Tip #2: Visit discussion lists. When you do a search on google, you can
choose "groups", which sorts through their forums.
(Tips 3-5)...
In conclusion, research takes time, but if you know where to look, you'll
get the information you want.
(c) 2006, Yourname. This article was written to help assist you in your
research. For further information and assistance, I invite you to visit my
website at http://www.mycompany.com.
NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Data Entry Operater Required
I have done so much reserch on the internet and have found that most websits
give to much informashun but not enough. Its all get rich qucik with no
substanse.
I have found thow several sites that are real and I am makin more money than
I ever thought posible. Visit the websites below and you can start raking in
cash to.
WHY IS IT NOT ACCEPTABLE?
Three reasons.
1) The Title of the article is like a job / want ad! It is misleading and
WILL NOT be approved.
2) I took a mock up (the general basis) of an article that was actually
submitted to us to show you the concept - it was much longer of course, but it
was borderline "acceptable/not acceptable" for the content. It stated that
people are finding get rick quick schemes, but did not provide REASONS or TIPS
on what to watch out for. Instead, it pushed the limits of "this is how I make
money". While it may have had some substance for a legitimate article, it was
too much of a pitch.
3) The real article did NOT have spelling mistakes - I put them in. (It had
punctuation mistakes though). However, the reason I put them in, was to show
that we actually do receive at least 1 - 2 articles a day with poor grammar,
spelling mistakes, and misuse of words/incorrect words.
ACCEPTABLE:
Taking that same concept.... here's the way it could/should have looked:
Get Rich Quick Schemes Revealed
I have done so much research on the internet, and have found that most websites
put too much hype into their programs. It's all get rich quick with no
substance. How do you know what is a legitimate opportunity and what is not?
Here's some things to watch for.
First, you want to check to see if the website (especially if its asking for
money), has contact information on their site, more than just an email address.
While we all usually stick with email for contacting, having names of people, or
even a support desk is a big assurance.
Second, you want to see if their website is totally based on hype (how much
money you can/will make), rather than what the product/service is they are
actually offering.
(more paragraphs here)
After many months of research, these are the things that helped me to
differentiate between real and not real opportunities. I hope it helps you in
your search.
(c) 2006, Your Name. To see the websites that I found to be legitimate in
their offers or for more information about me, please visit my website at
http://www.mysite.com
NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Here is an example of a "Sig file" (The paragraph at the end of the article
that tells about you) that is NOT acceptable.
About This Article
MyCompany.com has been in existence since
May 2003 and is based in My City, My State, right in the heart of the business
industry in the US. They are operated by experts in the business industry and know only the best about
business.
At MyCompany.com, you can be assured that each business you deal with meets the highest quality standards. We provide certification issued by an independent
business society to assure you that your business endeavors are indeed only the best.
At MyCompany, you are offered a wide variety of payment options. You can opt to use your credit card and you are assured of a high level of security in all of your transactions. You can also
choose to use any of the following methods: wire transfers, money orders, personal checks, and certified checks.
MyCompany.com ships to all 50 states of the US, with a small additional fee for Alaska and Hawaii. They also ship orders to other countries using Fed Ex. All of their shipments are insured to guarantee the safety of your orders. Furthermore, they have a return policy to ensure your full satisfaction. You are assured that you will be fully satisfied with your purchases. However, if for any reason you want to return or exchange your purchases, you are allowed to do so as long as you do it within 30 days of receipt of the goods.
At MyCompany.com, you get the quality you deserve – both for goods and services.
WHY IS IT NOT ACCEPTABLE?
This is an actual signature byline AFTER an article (company
names/industry has been changed). This is FAR too long of a sig file! It should
not EVER be more than one paragraph.
ACCEPTABLE:
MyCompany.com has been in existence since May 2003 and is based in My City,
My State, right in the heart of the business industry in the US.
At MyCompany.com, you can be assured that each business you deal with meets the
highest quality standards.
At MyCompany.com, you get the quality you deserve – both for goods and services.
For more information, please visit http://mycompany.com
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