Seven Non-Monetary Advantages and Benefits of Writing for Associated Content

Steven Moneyworth
While planning an article analyzing the income possibilities of writing for Associated Content, I began to think about the non-monetary benefits of writing for Associated Content. Even if it's not easy to make minimum wage writing for Associated Content, writing for Associated Content does have several distinct advantages over having a "real" part-time job, as well as numerous non-monetary benefits. In this article, I intend to describe seven of the non-monetary benefits of writing for Associated Content.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #1 - Scheduling (Or Lack Thereof)
One of my favorite things about writing for Associated Content is that I can write when it is convenient to do so for me. If I want to write at midnight, I can. If I want to take a week off and go on vacation, I don't have to tell anyone. If I have an hour between classes, I can crank an article out and make a few dollars. There aren't many jobs that allow an individual this much freedom.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #2 - No Travel
It's nice to not have to drive five or ten miles to work and back several days every week. By writing for Associated Content instead of having a "real" part-time job, I can make gas last a lot longer and put less stress on my car. If it's raining or snowing, I don't have to go outside and risk driving in bad conditions. Associated Content is a lot safer than slick roads.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #3 - Express Your Interests
Few workplaces encourage their employees to express themselves. Associated Content allows you to write as many articles about your interests as you like. I'd much rather write about the things I like than make pizzas or ring up someone else's groceries. Not only can I write about the things I like, but I can also keep up to date on new developments in them as a result of doing research for articles. Likewise, individuals that enjoy writing for fun can publish their writing and draw attention to it.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #4 - Improved Computer Skills
I was raised on a computer. Like many other people my age, I took numerous mandatory typing classes throughout my years in school and used instant messaging as a primary means of communication with my friends for most of my adolescence. Despite all of this, I type faster than I ever have after just three months of writing for Associated Content. This isn't all. I've also learned a considerable amount about using spreadsheets. To some extent, I know more about internet searches as a result of learning about SEO keywords and can find relevant sites more quickly with search engines.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #5 - Improved Writing Skills
While anyone wishing to be a Contributor on Associated Content should be able to communicate clearly and effectively using the English language, I find that writing for Associated Content has improved my writing ability to some extent. I write faster now, which is nice. I'm curious to see how much time I will be able to save at school this fall thanks to this. I also have noticed things that I do too often. For example, I sometimes misplace commas and contract sentences that I shouldn't. I'm trying to improve on these problems now, and I'm glad that I realized these problems here on Associated Content rather than on an important essay.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #6 - Community
Beyond being a source of monetary compensation, Associated Content can be a great place to meet and network with people that have similar interests to your own. I've had the opportunity to communicate with some very unique people such as Contributors L. Kunsthure and James Hamel. Really, the community on Associated Content is very helpful and supportive, as well as diverse.

Non-Monetary Associated Content Benefit #7 - Productive Hobby
A lot of hobbies aren't that productive. For example, playing videogames, watching baseball, or surfing the internet (I spend numerous hours every week doing all of these, so please don't take offense at this.). Writing for Associated Content is a productive hobby that allows me to feel a bit better about how I spend my free time. And if I want to write about a game I play, a game I watch, or an article I read, I can write about it and feel a bit better about how I've spent my time.

While most people write for Associated Content as a way to make a side income, there are numerous non-monetary benefits to being a Contributor. Some of these, such as scheduling, are more relevant when compared to a part-time job, whereas others, such as improved computer skills, stand on their own. Can you think of any other non-monetary reasons why an individual might be attracted to writing for Associated Content? Feel free to share your thoughts in the form of a comment. Thank you for reading!

Published by Steven Moneyworth

I am studying Chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh and plan on attending medical school after college. Follow me on Twitter at @acsamzolin.  View profile

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  • Jennifer Kinser7/17/2009

    very true :)

  • Gillian Wilk7/17/2009

    Great article. You summed up a lot of reasons why I work for AC. Thanks for writing this!

  • Drew Bush7/16/2009

    I agree 100%. I am really happy that I can write things for others to read and that I can read articles written by others. I have already learned some neat things.

  • Amanda C. Strosahl7/16/2009

    Very true! My husband and I were talking about some of these benefits and a few others this evening.

  • Ellen Burford7/16/2009

    So true

  • Karen Jurewicz7/16/2009

    I heartily agree with all of these!

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