How to Find Dental Marketing Agencies (A Real-Time Experiment)
When I first started my freelance writing career back in 2010, one of my first clients was an agency client. But not just any agency client. This company specialised in working with dental clinics, and they had a lot of dental clients, so that meant a lot of work. I ended up working with them […]
How to Find Dental Writing Clients: The Complete Guide to Building Your Dental Writing Business
Struggling to find dental writing clients? Discover 12 practical ways to connect with dental practices, businesses and marketing agencies, build relationships and secure regular, well-paid writing work.
The Client I Couldn’t Afford to Lose… Until I Did
Several years ago, I lost a client worth around £3,000 a month. People assumed I must have been devastated. The truth? I felt relieved. That probably sounds ridiculous. After all, losing a client worth that much isn’t exactly something most freelancers celebrate. But while everyone else saw a significant loss of income, I saw something […]
Why Quoting for Freelance Work Feels So Difficult (And What Changed for Me)
There was a time when receiving an email asking for a quote filled me with dread. The project itself wasn’t the problem. Writing has never worried me. Quoting for it did! Like many freelancers, I’d read a brief, stare at the screen for a few minutes, panic, and then settle on a number that felt […]
Imposter Syndrome in a White Coat World: A Common Struggle for Medical/Dental Writers
Something very strange happened to me the other day, and I want to share it with you.. A few days back, I was invited to take part in an online discussion on AI and its role in healthcare writing. It was a professional group, mostly clinicians, doctors, medical writers, the sort of place where bios […]
How to Find Your First Dental Writing Client (Without a Website)
So you’ve decided to become a dental writer, but now what? You’ve got the motivation. Maybe you’ve even written a few pieces you’re proud of. But finding that all-important first client? That’s where most new writers get stuck. And you’re not alone… A quick check on Reddit suggests that the average time to bag your […]
Life as a Freelance Dental Writer: It’s Probably Not What You Think!
When you tell people you’re a freelance dental writer, aside from the odd scratch of the head and confused look, those who do get it will probably imagine a life of flexible hours, endless creativity, and the freedom to work from anywhere. I won’t lie, those perks exist. But the real story? Running a freelance […]
10 High-Paying Dental Writing Jobs (That Aren’t Blog Posts)
When most aspiring dental writers picture their future, they often imagine churning out blog posts for a handful of clients, maybe $100 here, $150 there. But here’s the truth: blog posts are just the tip of the iceberg. If you’re serious about finding high-paying dental writing jobs, you need to look beyond the blog and […]
The Dental Writer Marketing Tip No One’s Telling You (And It Doesn’t Require a Website)
When you’re starting out as a dental writer, the idea of promoting yourself and your services can feel a bit… awkward. You know you’ve got something to offer but how do you get that across to potential clients without a website, a flashy portfolio, or a background in sales? Here’s the good news: you don’t […]
Dental Writing Red Flags: What to Watch for Before You Say Yes
When you’re new to freelance dental writing, it’s natural to feel excited about landing your first few clients. I remember that feeling well. After all, someone is willing to pay you to write about a field you know inside and out. It feels like a win, and often, it is. But as I’ve learned since […]