Paid Position: WSO Contributing Blogger (Remote)

Do you love to write? Do you have wit reeking out of your pores? Are you smarter than everyone else and need an outlet to prove it? We are on the lookout for one-two PAID bloggers for the site. We want the best of the best and we're willing to pay a fair price for all-star talent.

So as to not waste your time nor ours, you must meet the following criteria:

1) You currently work in finance (or have in the past)
2) Your prose is top notch and you know how to draw readers in and write to the modern internet audience
3) Most importantly: your writing is witty, accurate, humorous, relevant, interesting, versatile and catches fire with the audience
4) You can commit to at least 2 posts per month (500 word minimum)

If you have any questions about the position, email me Andy at wallstreetoasis.com.

See inside the post for more info >>>


WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

These past WSO bloggers exemplify what we're looking for: Aaron Burr & bankerella. Why you ask? High quality writing, nearly all of their posts caught fire with our audience, they were witty, experienced, and also gave very useful information. They were able to teach with a humorous spin. They were controversial at times, but did it in a fun and responsible way, and could back up what they said. They knew the ins and outs of Wall Street (they had both previously worked in IB). And lastly... they were INTERESTING AND FUN.

We like posts that:

  • have legs and spark a great discussion on the site
  • teach on a subject with a humorous spin
  • are backed up with accurate information/sources
  • aren't afraid to be controversial
  • are relevant to our audience
  • are personal stories relatable to others working in finance
  • express wit, humor and intelligence
  • express strong opinions that can be backed up with facts and first hand knowledge (strong skin is necessary for these types of posts... our community is sharp!)

Regarding topics: it's hard to find a finance related topic on WSO that hasn't already been hit on, the idea is to give it your own personal flavor. That said, we can work together on potential topics for you to write on.


WHY WRITE FOR US:

  • We give you an instant audience: your posts have the potential to receive 5-10 thousand views in the first week, 20k+ views total
  • The community and the feedback you receive will make you a better writer
  • We're more than happy to help you with your career advancement - e.g. letters of recommendation, filling out reference/background checks, free access to our job board and video library, and free access to six of our guides


TO APPLY:


Email me (Andy at wallstreetoasis.com) the following information:
  1. Your resume, make sure to mention any publications you've written for, if any
  2. Two writing sample (between 500 and 1000 words) - The first writing sample is an original topic of your choosing. We don't care what the topic is, as long as it is intriguing and you could see it being posted on WSO. The second writing sample should be a piece you have written before in a previous publication (if you've done so). If you haven't had your work published before, submit a second original piece
  3. Links to any additional original content of yours that demonstrates your talent (e.g. your twitter handle, blog or tumblr page, etc)

And please answer the following questions:

  1. Why do you want to write for us?
  2. Are there specific subject areas that you'd like to write about?
  3. How many quality posts can you commit to writing per month? (500 word minimum)
  4. How familiar are you with WallStreetOasis? How long have you been using the site?

If you qualify I will respond back to set up a phone call


MORE INFO:

  • Quantity of posts: ideally we'd like you to average four posts per month, but a lower quantity (~2/month) is acceptable
  • If you like to have a lot of formatting/images/videos in your posts we have a content intern that can help put your posts together to save you time
  • Pay is via Paypal and is based on word count + a bonus structure for views. More info will be given during the interview process


frequently asked questions:

Q: Can I remain anonymous?
A: Of course - most of our bloggers choose to write anonymous so they can be more candid. By using common sense in the information you divulge (and change around dates/names/locations etc) you shouldn't have any issues.

Q: Can I write on whatever I like or do I have write on certain topics?
A: We like to give writers a lot of freedom so that they can write on whatever they like. We prefer topics to be finance/wall street/business/econ related and relevant to our audience, but the occasional off-topic post is fine as well (as long as it's relevant to our audience).

Q: Is there an editor?
A: I will do a quick review of your post before it goes live to the frontpage but ideally your post should be ready for viewing when it's submitted. See my note above about how my content intern can help you create posts with heavy formatting

Q: Can I post my content on my own blog?
A: This may be negotiable, please ask during the interview process


TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST WSO BLOGGERS

"Having WSO on my resume has been awesome. When people in the industry see that I'm a Contributing Author to the site, they always respond positively. The site has great name brand recognition, particularly amongst junior to mid-level industry professionals, so it definitely helps you stand out amongst your peers. WSO is also a great medium to temper your professional writing skills. Quality writing is one of the unsung skills in business, and creating content for WSO sharpens your abilities. It's something that I highly recommend to anyone who wants to work on a critical skill, improve their personal brand, or just have fun."

— Justin (WSO Blogger 2012-2013)

"As a Contributing Author on WSO, I have been able to further hone my business writing skills within a forum of well-respected finance professionals who ask insightful questions and provide guidance on how to become a successful banker, trader, advisor, or consultant. Much of business is learning how to craft a story or sales pitch to fit your audience and there is no better place to learn what makes other financiers tick than on WSO. Even after writing just a few articles, I could already sense that my ability to predict what other industry professionals would find compelling was increasing; fielding questions and engaging in friendly but discerning debates on multi-faceted topics of finance only served to sharpen my writing and ability to speak about my field. Learning to communicate with other like-minded finance professionals is by far the greatest skill you can learn when you are a junior or mid-level 'monkey,' and WSO is the perfect launching pad for exploring your own communication style. "

—Michael, 2013 Contributing Blogger

"Writing for WSO has been a lot of fun and, most importantly, it has provided me with a valuable opportunity to improve my writing and analytical skills. The community, filled with smart and accomplished people, keeps the contributing authors on their toes, ensuring their work is of the highest quality lest their errors be brought to light. Making sure I create something worth reading for such a deserving community, week in and week out, has done more for my writing ability than any college course or writing workshop ever could. Additionally, the moderators allow you the creative license to delve deeply into the myriad topics associated with Wall St. and banking to better improve your analytical ability. Remember, high quality writing is a skill that is valued enormously by employers; becoming a WSO contributing author will give you the relevant practice required to succeed in a professional setting."

—Mike, 2013 Contributing Blogger

"As a WSO Contributing Author, I wrote articles twice a week for a whole summer. The experience not only made me a better writer grammatically, but also helped me understand how to better appeal to a certain type of audience and how to generate conversations. The most flattering experience I had was during a Goldman Sachs investment banking interview where I was asked to talk about my WSO experience and describe some of my articles in depth."

—Yuriy, 2012 Contributing Blogger

"Writing for WSO has been an excellent experience, both personally and professionally. Being responsible for a weekly article has made me more attentive to market news, and has made me think more critically about where I want my own career to go. WSO was a great resource for me when I was searching for jobs in college, and being able to give back to the community has been very rewarding. In addition, my writing and presentation skills have improved greatly since writing for WSO, and it has also given me access to a wide network of other contributors and posters."

—John, 2013 Contributing Blogger

"I discovered WSO when one of their articles was picked up by another site. When I looked over the content I was impressed by the originality and candor from a variety of people. It is not often that you get seasoned professionals, new additions and those looking for a gateway to their future profession in one place sharing information in such a candid fashion. I found a number of articles very insightful and well written, especially those parts of the business where I am not well versed; and a few even provided some much needed laugh out loud moments. My decision to write was due to the quality of content on the site, value of information dissemination and an opportunity to enhance my communication and writing skills while delivering thought provoking"

—Lone Wolf, 2013 Contributing Blogger

"Writing for WSO has played a big role in discovering how much I enjoy writing for fun. I used to dread writing essays in school, but this is completely different. But not only do I get to do what I've recently started to enjoy, but I also constantly gain valuable experiences from the feedback I receive from all the various personalities and opinions on the forums."

—Jack, 2013 Contributing Blogger

"Writing for WSO was a tremendously valuable experience. I've learned so much from the community and it was great to be able to contribute to the discourse on the site. Most importantly though I've had some very interesting conversations that have broadened my worldview with people who've responded to things I've written. I'd recommend writing for this site to anyone. "

— William (WSO Blogger 2014)

"In the middle of my final year of college, I wrote to Patrick with a book review of Barbarians at the Gate; the Chief Monkey was so impressed that he invited me to continue, and 25 Monkey's Reviews later I'm still here. I've even gotten to interview a couple of authors, become involved as the NYC Happy Hour chair, and gotten to know many of the other writers and Certified Users on a personal basis. It has grown into a very enriching part of my life and is one of the better decisions I've ever made (and I've made some great ones!)."

—ITF - Contributing Blogger

 

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