Who are YOU?” the Caterpillar enquires of Alice from the top of his Wonderland mushroom, and Alice would have been within her rights to reply: “WHAT are you?” Instead of writing them off as the dull precursor to beautiful butterflies, it is time to appreciate them in their own right. Unbelievably, they have 4,000 muscles…
Why We Love Planners (And You Should, Too!)
It’s no secret that planners are very useful in prioritizing your life and business, but did you know how many different types there are? Today, I’m going to share what’s out there, and what I use! 1. Monthly planners Everyone knows what this one looks like. It is a basic big calendar planner. They look…
4 Reasons Your Healthcare Business Needs A Content Writer
Whether or not you have a blog on your website, there’s still a lot of writing that needs to be completed as part of digital marketing for your healthcare business or clinical practice. From blog posts and case studies to landing pages and FAQs, there is a surprising amount of written content that you need to have…
Gratitude: The Most Effective Social Media Practice
Ask one hundred people for the most important skill to develop in social media, and you may get one hundred different answers about everything from hashtag use to the best times of day to post. I certainly have a long list of important skills I have learned from my #hcsm friends & mentors. However, one thing…
Today’s Nurse & The 5 C’s of Social Media Success
I believe that social media tools have the capacity to play an instrumental role in clinical practice…ranging from being inspired by nurse leaders to finding a community of practice in which to develop ideas. My own experience via platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn have been professionally challenging and personally satisfying. I continue to be amazed…
4 LinkedIn Strategies You Can Employ TODAY for Nursing Career Success
I was combing through my connections on LinkedIn recently when I noticed a former colleague’s job title had changed. Since I always tell my nurse entrepreneur clients that they should never stop networking, I took my own advice and fired off a congratulatory email. My contact wrote back and said she was excited about the…
Quick Tips For Freelancers: Getting Paid!
Your business can only run smoothly when you’re getting paid and cash is flowing in and out. Unfortunately, sometimes clients aren’t keen to shell out the money they owe you even though it’s way past time. Wouldn’t it be nice to avoid all this? To get the money you’re owed without all the fuss and…
5 Steps To a Great Freelance Contract
Freelance work is becoming a much more popular option for people in industries such as computer support, marketing, advertising, and obviously writing. If you intend to head out and find your own freelance work, then you should be prepared to provide a contract for your client to review and sign. In most cases, your…
5 Keys to Success in The Healthcare Industry
Congratulations, you’ve landed your first career in the healthcare industry! Rest assured; you’ve made a phenomenal choice! The medical field is always growing, boasts many of the highest paying careers in America, and allows you to see the very tangible difference you make in patients’ lives. In our efforts to partner with you on your…
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting Your Writing Biz
Let me tell you, I have made more of these mistakes in my writing business than you even know. I started this journey not knowing that people actually did it for a living! I mean, sure I read the articles on my Facebook or my Twitter feed. I for sure pinned things on Pinterest, but never, ever…