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.

Everything you need to know about becoming a freelance health writer.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
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.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
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.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
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.
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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.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
So, you’ve chosen health as your writing niche. But what if I told you that health writing isn’t a niche?
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Wondering how to find your first freelance writing job? Hear from 10 experts in the field, and get inspiration for your freelance journey.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
Ready to take the leap and become a freelance health writer? Read on and discover everything you need to know about becoming a freelancer.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
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.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Dinethra Menon
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.
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How do you get experience if everyone wants someone with experience?
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
While confidence and perseverance are important, there are a few other mindset attributes that – I believe – will help you tremendously in your writing life.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
Oh yes they did. Last week, someone contacted me looking for writers and offered $25 per 350-word article.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Dinethra Menon
Here are few tips to help you manage your freelancing health writing career and your parenting obligations.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Dinethra Menon
If you haven’t yet developed a business plan for client retention, it helps to have some strategies in place for securing your freelance income from your existing business.
LAST UPDATED | FIRST PUBLISHED | BY Michelle Guillemard
If you want to become a freelance health writer, it’s important to know where you’re going before you get started.