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How to be a more confident writer

Improve your writing and career confidence so you can thrive in your health writing career.

virtual conferences

Last Updated November 1, 2020 | 31 Shares

Embracing virtual conferences: 5 lessons from AMWA 2020

You can find opportunities to network and learn, even when the conference is virtual.

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, How to be a more confident writer

How to stay focused and organise your research

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 5 Shares

How to stay focused and organise your research

Avoid the lure of rabbit holes.

Filed Under: Health writing skills, How to be a more confident writer

how to nail your next writing test in a job interview

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 40 Shares

How to nail your next writing test in a job interview

Health writing job interviews often include writing tests. Is that okay – and, if so, how can you conquer the test?

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, Finding work and getting published, Health communication research, How to be a more confident writer

writer network

Last Updated December 22, 2020 | 95 Shares

How to build your health writer network on social media 

Don’t be afraid to send messages to writers you admire. They might respond and teach you something memorable. 

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, Health communication research, How to be a more confident writer

first freelance writing job

Last Updated December 27, 2020 | 357 Shares

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: A career as a health writer, Finding work and getting published, Freelance health writing, How to be a more confident writer

Transitioning to freelance life? Ask yourself these questions first

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 10 Shares

Want to transition to freelance life? Ask yourself these questions first

If you’re contemplating a move from working as an employed health writer to working for yourself, it’s important to realise the magnitude of this decision. Working as a freelance health writer has the potential to change your hours, job purpose and even personal life.

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, Freelance health writing, How to be a more confident writer

Can I take on new projects if I don't have experience

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 75 Shares

How to get freelance work without writing experience

How do you get experience if everyone wants someone with experience?

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, Finding work and getting published, Freelance health writing, How to be a more confident writer

Science-backed tips to boost confidence and courage

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 21 Shares

Boost your writing confidence with these science-backed tips

Confidence is a common concern for writers. So, is it possible to build self-assurance and courage, and which methods really work?

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, How to be a more confident writer

5 mindset attributes to help you thrive

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 14 Shares

Develop a writer mindset and thrive in your career

While confidence and perseverance are important, there are a few other mindset attributes that – I believe – will help you tremendously in your writing life.

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, Freelance health writing, How to be a more confident writer

overcoming writing anxiety

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 97 Shares

Overcoming writing anxiety – tips for beginner writers

Even the most experienced writers will feel trepidation when starting new projects or work – here’s how to control those nervous thoughts.

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, How to be a more confident writer

How to conduct expert interviews with confidence

Last Updated December 22, 2020

How to conduct expert interviews with confidence

Here are some coaching principles to help you conduct expert interviews with ease and have some fun in the process, as well.

Filed Under: Health writing skills, How to be a more confident writer

Moving from health professional to medical writer

Last Updated December 18, 2020 | 11 Shares

Transitioning from physician to medical writer

Transitioning to a new career also takes courage, persistence and a willingness to see the world in a very different way. It’s a personal development process I call coaching your inner writer.

Filed Under: A career as a health writer, Finding work and getting published, How to be a more confident writer

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