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Freelance health writing

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

freelance writer or employed writer

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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 May 23, 2024 | 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

Transitioning to freelance life? Ask yourself these questions first

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED April 25, 2018 | BY Dinethra Menon

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: Freelance health writing, Growing your career, How to be a more confident writer

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

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED October 4, 2017 | BY Michelle Guillemard

How to get freelance work without writing experience

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

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

5 mindset attributes to help you thrive

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED August 23, 2017 | BY Michelle Guillemard

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: Freelance health writing, Growing your career, How to be a more confident writer

25 for a 250-word article

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED June 20, 2017 | BY Michelle Guillemard

$25 for 350 words? Charging what you’re worth

Oh yes they did. Last week, someone contacted me looking for writers and offered $25 per 350-word article.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

Balancing parenting and freelance health writing

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED March 1, 2017 | BY Dinethra Menon

Parenting and freelance writing

Here are few tips to help you manage your freelancing health writing career and your parenting obligations.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

Retaining freelance clients

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED January 17, 2017 | BY Dinethra Menon

How to retain freelance clients and secure ongoing work

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.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

5 essential things to do before you start freelancing

LAST UPDATED May 23, 2024 | FIRST PUBLISHED May 19, 2016 | BY Michelle Guillemard

5 essential things to do before you start freelancing

If you want to become a freelance health writer, it’s important to know where you’re going before you get started.

Filed Under: Freelance health writing, Growing your career

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