EP355: Dopamine Management and Time-Boxing for Nurse Solopreneurs with Steven Puri
Let’s talk about dopamine management. What does that actually mean, and how does dopamine affect our ability to sit down and focus on something like writing?
We all feel like imposters unless you are a narcissistic megalomaniac! Haha. Every nurse writer has been at that point of needing their first sample, reaching out to their first potential client, writing their first paid article, and getting it back with a bunch of edits. Just do your best and learn as you go. I learned too not to lowball myself. Pricing is very hard in the beginning, but we definitely shouldn't be spending our precious time writing for 1 cent a word for someone on Upwork. Once you have a few articles in your portfolio, know your worth as a nurse writer. That RN, LPN, or NP behind our name increases the clients' Google authority and automatically makes us more valuable as writers. Never forget that!
In today’s episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, we have an inspiring success story to share with you. Tune in as we delve into the journey of April Rowe, one of our brilliant nurse writers. From the moment she first contemplated writing content, to overcoming imposter syndrome which led her to achieve her current status as a thriving nurse writer and proud owner of a flourishing writing business, April’s story is sure to captivate and motivate. Don’t miss out on this empowering episode!
April Rowe, RN, is a freelance health writer and owner of RNtoPen. She has been a registered nurse since 2007, specializing in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatrics, Home Health, Hospice & Palliative Care. She combines her passion for nursing with her love of writing to create a wide range of content. Originally from Reno, Nevada, April recently relocated to South Carolina with her husband, children, and three dogs. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, walking, crocheting, and practicing Spanish and Italian.
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