Do you take on crappy writing jobs just to get cash?

This is interesting. I imagine you are talking about writing for sites like associated content or something. I do write for them or at least I recently started, but not so much because I need the money rather I need the experience and the exposure. I think these articles are stepping stones to bigger things, so I don't let it get me down when they offer less than I might wish for...that being said, I do work full time and the money isn't critical at this time. Good Luck !

You should try payperpost I've been doing it for about 3 months and I've made around $2000. It's really easy and lucrative if you have a blog. Let me know if you want more info on it.

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What are these $2 keyword article jobs? Care to share in a private message? But hey, isn't this myLot a $2 per day job? Goodness, stop reminding me how pathetic this whole thing is! *SOB*

Hi, I would push for at least 6.00-10.00per article--even that is very low, but sometimes you can negotiate. I always tell them that to research/compose/edit and proofread an article takes at least 1-2 hours. What I find laughable is that they want flawless grammar, spelling etc. I've taken these jobs because they help on a resume and help me to write faster; however, as I've said, I turn down anything below 6.00. I think if enough writers refuse to work for those rates, the tide will turn. You might try getting into a situation where you get a monthly revenue share--that way you get paid over and over again. Insist on a contract, though, or you'll get burned. Blogging is another way to make cash for writing and generally it is much easier because of lower word counts. Be aware of any site that asks for bloggers and then wants you to write 500-1000 words. These are thinly disguised articles, not blogs.

I hope it doesn't take you that long to write these articles. I mean, if it takes you an hour then you're only making $2/hr! Don't let people take advantage of you like that.

It really isn't worth the time to write for such low pay. I do get some pretty low bids on articles here and there. But if the money is offered up front, the publisher gets what they pay for. I'm not sending my best work for less than $20.