In this hot seat coaching conversation, Sarah Jabeen MD, a clinician turned medical writer, brings the honest questions so many emerging CME writers quietly carry:

How do I navigate a career pivot without feeling like an imposter? How do I leverage my clinical background without overwhelming my writing? And how do I grow from “new” to “trusted” in the eyes of clients?

Together, we unpack what’s underneath each of these questions and explore how identity, confidence, community, and small experiments shape your growth as a CME writer.

You’ll hear:

• Why self-doubt is a normal part of professional transformation—and how to shift from “What if this fails?” to “What if this works?”
• How your clinical experience becomes a true superpower in CME writing, giving you insight, relevance, and empathy that elevate your work.
• What separates a beginner from a trusted partner, and how reliability, curiosity, and consistent communication matter more than perfection.
• The role of community and belonging in building confidence and combating isolation during a career pivot.
• Practical guidance for showing up online, finding your voice, and creating a presence that feels aligned and safe.

Whether you’re transitioning from clinical practice, entering CME writing from another discipline, or simply looking for more confidence in your craft, this episode offers permission, perspective, and a path forward.

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Alliance Almanac

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