How To Work From Home Using These 5 (Not So) Obvious Tips
One of the biggest perks of becoming a freelancer is that it allows people to work in their own space. For many, that’s a huge draw particularly when that space is their own home. Yet, working from home can also be challenging in more ways than you might imagine. It can be tough to stay […]
5 LinkedIn Marketing Strategies That Get You Clients And How To Implement Them
As we head into 2024, it’s becoming very clear that there’s one social media platform you need to be on as a freelance dental writer and that’s LinkedIn. Essentially, if you want your business to succeed then you need to put yourself where your clients are, and as LinkedIn is the platform where people go […]
From Pennies To Profits – How To Increase Your Content Writer Rates And When To Do It
Picture the scenario – You’re in contact with a potential dental client and everything’s going well until they ask the dreaded question: “So, what are your content writer rates?” Suddenly, the colour drains from your face, your palms become sweaty and you lose the ability to speak. I mean, we all like the thought of […]
4 Unexpected Ways To Become A Dental Content Writing Authority
One of the keys to online success is authority. And what’s the key to authoritative writing? Understanding what the hecky-deck you’re talking about! If you’re already a trained dental professional then, of course, that shouldn’t be a problem. But what if you’re not? How can you know enough to be a subject matter expert when […]
How Do I Market My Dental Writing Business? Everything You Need To Know
If you want to start earning money from dental content writing, it stands to reason you need to get clients. So, how do you land clients who are willing to pay for your services? Through clever marketing and advertising, of course. If you’ve read my recent blog about things I suck at as a dental […]
9 Golden Reasons Why Competing on Price Is A Bad Idea (And What You Should Do Instead)
As a new freelance dental writer, one of the biggest hurdles you’ll face is landing your first paying client. But how do you do that when there are other more established writers out there? You could of course compete on price by providing lower fees. And I see where that logic lies as many commodity-providing […]
How To Start A Dental Writing Business When You Already Have a Job
When most people consider freelancing they have one major setback. Unless they’re independently wealthy or are living off savings, they’ll likely have a full-time job. Naturally, that poses problems because it’s probably something they want need to keep for now but equally, it means that they’re also left with limited time. So, if you’re […]
Dental Content Agency vs Solo Freelancer – Which Works For You?
If you’re new to the world of dental content writing you probably want to know whether it’s best to build a dental content agency or to remain a solo freelancer. In all honesty, it depends on where your priorities lie. If you’re looking to earn enough money to quit the 9-5 and have a good […]
5 Things I Suck At As A Freelance Dental Writer, And Why I’m Telling You!
Even now, as an experienced freelance dental writer, there are things I’m not so good at. There, I’ve said it. Moreover, I thought it would be a good idea (read stupid!) to document those weaknesses here in a blog post. The reason? I guess, to show everyone that you don’t need to be perfect to […]
How To Market Yourself As A Freelance Dental Writer Using 3 Simple Steps
One of the questions I’m regularly asked by people looking to get into this industry is “How do I get clients?” The simple answer is that you have to market yourself. The more complex answer is that you have to take key steps to ensure that you continually promote yourself and your business so that […]