Building a Freelance Career in Medical Writing with Caitlyn Tivy DPT 065

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#065 Do you feel trapped or burnt out in your current professional role? In this episode, we hear from Caitlyn, who faced burnout and dissatisfaction in her clinical rehab role and found a refreshing passion in medical writing and consulting, particularly within LGBTQ+ health companies. Caitlyn walks us through her initial struggles, the eureka moment that came from an online writing course, and how she navigated the subsequent career transition to become a successful freelancer.
What started as a side hustle while working for a telehealth company evolved into a full-time career. In this episode, you will learn how Caitlyn started pitching clients and gradually built a successful freelance career, the financial insecurities and the mental struggles that come with freelancing, the idea of taking on part-time roles as a safety net, setting realistic timelines for business success and building supportive networks.
Caitlyn shares a wealth of insights and inspiration for anyone contemplating a career shift or already in the throes of freelancing. Whether you're feeling burnt out in your current role or simply exploring new career possibilities, this episode provides practical advice and heartfelt encouragement to help you succeed in your journey.
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Chapters

1. Building a Freelance Career in Medical Writing with Caitlyn Tivy DPT 065 (00:00:00)

2. Transitioning From Clinical to Writing Careers (00:00:01)

3. Navigating Career Transition to Writing (00:06:47)

4. Navigating Financial Insecurity in Freelancing (00:19:09)

5. Thriving in Entrepreneurial Autonomy (00:25:32)

6. Building Supportive Freelance Networks (00:35:07)