Kristen Fischer is a freelance writer, journalist, and copywriter with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as a health writer for AARP with previous staff roles at WebMD and WW. Her work has appeared in Prevention, Healthline, Woman's Day, Parade, and Writer's Digest, and she is the author of four books.
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If you can handle complex jargon and love research, this growing field could seriously boost your career and your paycheck.
If you enjoy research, are skilled in technical writing and can understand complex jargon, becoming a medical writer or editor could be the perfect way to expand your portfolio and your paycheck. "The opportunity for…
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In the world of freelancing, one price doesn't fit all jobs. That's the beauty—and curse—of being a contractor. Coming up with a fee can be challenging. Do you charge different amounts depending on the client or…
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From leveraging the library to setting strategic Google alerts, here's how to get the real deal on a prospective employer and ready yourself for that perfect position.
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Think about all the assignments you had last year. Were there enough juicy, well paying articles to allow you to jet to the Bahamas, or did your pitiful word counts barely keep you from trolling Craigslist…
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"We'll pass. Thanks." "Not right for us." "Thanks, but no." If you've received any of these as a response to a magazine article query, you're definitely not alone. While many journalists are happy to receive…
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When it comes to demonstrating good grammar, writers and editors, or any other communications professional, must excel. Careless copy could be the difference between getting your article or pitch red-penned or just flat-out rejected. "That…
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These days, every marketing effort has some aspect of social. Whether it's pushing content via Twitter and Facebook, sharing the company's unique culture on Instagram or fostering community engagement, social media jobs are growing faster than ever. Here's…
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Let's say you've taken on more duties or sought new challenges that strengthened your employer's bottom line. Then review time comes and you're passed over—again. Say what? Unfortunately, simply doing your job well is not…
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The fashion public relations field has exploded and now it looks more glamorous than ever to be promoting big brands and attending runway shows. But it's not all glitz and sparkle. The truth is that…
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As our job market continues to grow stronger, some media professionals still find themselves unemployed, or, if they're working, unable to find that new gig. If you've been laid off or looking for a new…
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