The RN2writer Show

The RN2writer Show

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The RN2writer Show episodes

  • Freelance Financial Planning with Guest Robby Scholes, CFP®

    About Robby Scholes: Robby Scholes is from Conway, South Carolina. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina in Economics and Finance. He is also a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®). Robby understands the intricacies of the capital markets and helps clients make smart investment decisions.

    Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

    Topics discussed in this episode:

    1. 2:15 What retirement options are there for self employed people?
    2. 8:19 Does your business structure affect your retirement options?
    3. 14:13 What if I had a pension through nursing?
    4. 19:20 Fees when setting up your retirement
    5. 23:00 Where should you look for financial planning?
    6. Resources mentioned in this episode:

      RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

      Next steps

      • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
      • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
      • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
      • Special thanks to:

        Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

        35 min
      • Your Ultimate Gift-Giving Guide as a Freelance Writer, Part 2!

        Beth answers more questions about cultivating relationships with clients this holiday season on The RN2writer Show!

        Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

        Topics discussed in this episode:

        1. 1:20 Send your gifts earlier or later than usual
        2. 2:11 Stand out from the pack
        3. 3:17 Don’t send controversial gifts
        4. 4:33 How to send something to a client without an address
        5. Resources mentioned in this episode:

          RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

          Sugarwish: https://sugarwish.com/

          Next steps

          • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
          • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
          • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
          • Special thanks to:

            Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

            7 min
          • Your Ultimate Gift-Giving Guide as a Freelance Writer! Part 1

            It’s that time of year nurse writers! Should you send gifts to your clients? When is it appropriate to send a gift to a client? Beth gives her insight on this week’s episode of The RN2writer Show!

            Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

            Topics discussed in this episode:

            1. 1:10 There is no expectation for freelance writers to give gifts
            2. 2:15 The financial health of your business
            3. 3:07 Value of the client relationship
            4. 4:06 Personal relationship to client
            5. 5:07 Your personal principles about gift giving
            6. Resources mentioned in this episode:

              RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

              Next steps

              • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
              • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
              • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
              • Special thanks to:

                Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

                8 min
              • Interview with Accountant Jason Deshayes, CPA/PFS, CFP®

                About Jason Deshayes, CPA/PFS, CFP®: Jason is the is the Director of Tax Planning at Cook Wealth in Raleigh. Cook Wealth helps clients with; everyday finances, family legacy planning, tax planning, debt management, investment management, cash flow optimization, business transactions and basically anything financially related.

                Jason has a wealth of knowledge and experience in accounting and finance. Before joining Cook Wealth Jason worked as an Accounting Advisory Senior Manager with Elliot Davis and as a Senior Manager with the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants where he focused on firm relations and firm succession resources. 

                Prior to that, Jason worked in public accounting for 14 years, five of which were as an owner in a small boutique firm in Albuquerque, NM. He provided tax, accounting and consulting advice to individuals and closely-held businesses, with a focus on professional services, medical and veterinary practices, individual taxation and business start-ups.

                Jason has served in several leadership roles in every community he has lived in. In North Carolina, he currently serves as a member of the Rotary Club of Cary and as the Treasurer of the Small Firm & Technology Leadership committee at the North Carolina Bar Association. In New Mexico, Jason served on the board for New Mexico Health Connections, the President of Alta Mira of New Mexico, President of the Active 20-30 Club of Albuquerque and National President of Active 20-30 Club US & Canada.

                In 2011, Jason was honored as one of New Mexico's "40 under Forty" by the New Mexico Business Weekly. In 2015, 2016 and 2017, he was named to CPA Practice Advisor’s 40 Under 40. Outside of the office, Jason enjoys spending time with his wife, Tina, his sons, Levi and Micah, and their daughter Glory and their dogs.

                Besides spending time with his family, Jason likes travelling, acrylic painting and is an avid bike rider.

                Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                Topics discussed in this episode:

                1. 4:02 What do CPA, PFS, and CFP stand for?
                2. 5:54 What can a CPA help you with before you generate income?
                3. 9:30 How can freelancers figure this out on their own?
                4. 13:30 Do I need to setup a business entity before I start?
                5. 21:55 What is the difference between a bookkeeper and accountant?
                6. 27:35 Should you make a budget for your business?
                7. 32:42 Where can someone find a CPA?
                8. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                  RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                  Quickbooks: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/

                  Jason Deshayes, CPA/PFS, CFP®: https://cookwealth.com/jason-deshayes/

                  Sarah Lay Bookkeeping: https://srlaccounting.com/

                  Next steps

                  • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                  • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                  • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                  • Special thanks to:

                    Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

                    37 min
                  • Why I Don’t Charge a Set Rate as a Freelance Writer

                    Could set rates be detrimental to your freelance business? Elizabeth goes over set rates, productization, and negotiation in this week’s episode of The RN2writer Show!

                    Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                    Topics discussed in this episode:

                    1. 1:30 What is “Productization”?
                    2. 2:33 “Take it or leave it” situations
                    3. 4:10 Every client wants something different
                    4. 6:55 Clients who ask for bundle discounts
                    5. 9:38 Leave room for negotiation
                    6. 10:55 It’s YOUR business!
                    7. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                      RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                      RN2writer STAT: Next-Level Coaching to Grow Your Business to Six Figures Faster:

                      https://go.rn2writer.com/stat-program

                      Next steps

                      • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                      • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                      • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                      • Special thanks to:

                        Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

                        13 min
                      • Your Ultimate Guide on LOIs in Freelance Writing

                        What is an LOI, and why does it play a major part in freelance writing?  In today’s episode of The RN2writer Show, Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN discusses what an LOI is and shows you how to write one!

                        Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                        Topics discussed in this episode:

                        1. 1:00 What is an LOI?
                        2. 2:09 Why are LOIs important?
                        3. 3:11 What an LOI is NOT
                        4. 6:06 Not an employer-employee relationship
                        5. 7:50 Example of an LOI
                        6. 8:37 What to write if you don’t have experience
                        7. 11:45 Special bonus for our listeners!
                        8. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                          RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                          Free LOI Template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_tjbnRDmc6ntmitz0OmZQxjORqQgJa25/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=117077450628032233660&rtpof=true&sd=true

                          Next steps

                          • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                          • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                          • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                          • Special thanks to:

                            Custom RN2writer theme music by https://www.podcastthemes.com/

                            14 min
                          • How to Avoid Over-Researching When Writing

                            Is it possible to do too much research when writing for a client? In today’s episode of The RN2writer Show, Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN lists 3 things to think about when researching for your written pieces.

                            Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                            Topics discussed in this episode:

                            1. 2:20 What is an effective hourly rate?
                            2. 3:21 Why your audience matters
                            3. 5:18 Think about the length of the piece
                            4. 5:58 How your pay affects your research
                            5. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                              RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                              Complete Guide to Content Marketing Writing for Nurses: https://go.rn2writer.com/webinar-registration-a

                              RN2writer STAT: Next-Level Coaching to Grow Your Business to Six Figures Faster:

                              https://go.rn2writer.com/stat-program

                              Next steps

                              • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                              • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                              • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                              •  

                                9 min
                              • Do you have to be an RN to be a health writer?

                                In today’s episode, Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN answers one of RN2writer’s most frequently asked questions: Do I have to be a nurse to do this? Find out the answer to that popular question and more.

                                Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                                Topics discussed in this episode:

                                1. 0:51 Do I have to be a registered nurse?
                                2. 2:00 What makes this special for nurses?
                                3. 3:45 Why are nurses in high demand?
                                4. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                                  RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                                  Next steps

                                  • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                                  • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                                  • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                                  • 6 min
                                  • Query Letter Critique with Sarah Steensen

                                    In today’s episode, Sarah Steensen shares her pitch for a dynamite article idea. What makes a query letter stand out? How much information should you share with a potential editor? Find out what the best practices are when pitching an article!

                                    Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                                    Topics discussed in this episode:

                                    1. 3:00 what is a query letter?
                                    2. 8:23 How to write a strong introduction
                                    3. 10:15 Don’t make this mistake when pitching!
                                    4. 11:55 Be straightforward in your title
                                    5. 12:45 What information should you share with the editor?
                                    6. 17:46 Should you say that you are a full time RN?
                                    7. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                                      RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                                      Next steps

                                      • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                                      • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                                      • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                                      • 25 min
                                      • How a Freelance Nurse Writer Makes OVER $100,000 a Year

                                        Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN cracks open the books on this week’s episode of The RN2writer Show to reveal how she made over $100,000 a year as a freelance writer. Check out how many clients, projects, and hours it takes to make six figures as a freelance writer.

                                        Host Elizabeth Hanes BSN RN built a six-figure writing business in her spare time. Today, she coaches other nurses how to become freelance writers through the RN2writer project.

                                        Topics discussed in this episode:

                                        1. 1:06 Can you really make six figures as a nurse writer?
                                        2. 1:37 The 2 key factors to making six figures
                                        3. 3:15 Breaking down income goals
                                        4. 4:18 Breaking down Beth’s successful months
                                        5. 12:49 How hard do you have to work in a successful month?
                                        6. Resources mentioned in this episode:

                                          RN2writer: https://www.rn2writer.com/

                                          Next steps

                                          • Download and listen to the podcast of this episode at RN2writer
                                          • Start your journey from nursing to writing with the ebook Design Your Dream Career as a Nurse Writer
                                          • Follow RN2writer on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
                                          • 16 min

                                          About The RN2writer Show

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                                          Each week on The RN2writer Show, you'll find inspiration, tips, and strategies for helping you launch and grow a freelance writing career. Whether you're an RN, LPN, LVN, NP, APRN - or even a different type of clinician (PA, LCSW, MD, etc.) - you'll find lots of tips, strategies and advice for launching or growing a freelance writing career.