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Freelance health writing

Everything you need to know about becoming a freelance health writer.

non-negotiable terms for freelance medical writers

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED October 20, 2022 | BY Michelle Guillemard

Non-negotiable terms for freelance medical writers

Wondering about the non-negotiable terms you need to include in your contract?

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

the pros and cons of hourly rates

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED June 8, 2021 | BY Michelle Guillemard

The pros and cons of hourly rates

Wondering if it’s better to charge per hour or per project? Here are the pros and cons of hourly rates for freelance health writers.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

freelance health and medical writing business

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED April 27, 2021 | BY Michelle Guillemard

3 questions to help you choose a niche for your freelance health & medical writing business

Three essential questions to help you focus and pick the right niche.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

Becoming a freelance health writer right out of college It IS possible

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED November 10, 2020 | BY Audrey Robin

Becoming a freelance health writer right out of college: It IS possible

Have you bought into the lie that you need an “adult job” before you can begin a career as a freelance health writer? We’re here to bust that myth completely.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

How to keep clients coming back: Tips on turning clients into lifetime fans

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED October 6, 2020 | BY Natricha Levy McFarlane

Keep clients coming back: Tips on turning clients into lifetime fans

Freelance writing need not be synonymous with constantly searching for new clients. Here’s how to tilt the scale in your favour and turn clients into lifetime fans.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

freelance pricing strategies

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED July 13, 2020 | BY Michelle Guillemard

2 freelance pricing strategies that help you win writing jobs

Discover how to price your work effectively and increase your chances of securing writing jobs.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

pharmacist to medical writer

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED May 8, 2020 | BY Diana Ribeiro

From pharmacist to medical writer

Are you a health professional thinking about a career change but aren’t sure how to get started? Here’s how one pharmacist is making the transition to medical writing work.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

freelance writer or employed writer

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED April 19, 2020 | BY Michelle Guillemard

How to choose between being a freelance writer and an employed writer

If you want to be a health writer, you’ll need to decide between going freelance and getting a full-time job. So, which option would be best for you? Read on to compare the pros and cons of both.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

Health writing opportunities in a-COVID-19 world

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED April 15, 2020 | BY Michelle Guillemard

Health writing opportunities in a COVID-19 world

Ready to finally hear some good news? Health writing is a stable career pathway that will survive and potentially thrive during and after this pandemic.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Getting started as a health writer, Growing your career, Writing about COVID-19

managing freelance client relationships

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED June 11, 2019 | BY Michelle Guillemard

Managing freelancer-client relationships

For freelance writers, new client relationships are exciting – but they can also be daunting, test your communication skills and place you outside of your comfort zone. That said, you can make long-lasting friendships with your clients – and, if you’re lucky, your clients can become your ‘real-life’ friends, too.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

subcontracting 101

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED May 20, 2019 | BY Michelle Guillemard

Freelance subcontracting 101: Tips for writers and subcontractors

Freelance subcontracting is an effective way for writers to gain experience and grow their businesses – but, it’s not always easy. Here’s what you need to know about outsourcing your work and being a subcontractor.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

health writing niche

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED April 1, 2019 | BY Michelle Guillemard

How to find your health writing niche

So, you’ve chosen health as your writing niche. But what if I told you that health writing isn’t a niche?

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

first freelance writing job

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED March 4, 2019 | BY Michelle Guillemard

How to find your first freelance health writing job

Wondering how to find your first freelance writing job? Hear from 10 experts in the field, and get inspiration for your freelance journey.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Getting started as a health writer, Growing your career, How to be a more confident writer

how to be a freelance health writer

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED February 26, 2019 | BY Michelle Guillemard

Getting started as a freelance health writer: The beginner’s guide

Ready to take the leap and become a freelance health writer? Read on and discover everything you need to know about becoming a freelancer.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

freelance career growth

LAST UPDATED January 12, 2023 | FIRST PUBLISHED October 2, 2018 | BY Michelle Guillemard

Freelance career growth – what are your options?

Whether you’re an aspiring or professional freelance writer, career growth is a key – and ongoing – consideration. Here are some questions to help you think about your future options.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

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