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Professional Development

Why Not Every Client Needs Your Full Portfolio

August 5, 2026November 21, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

In a recent application for a freelance opportunity, a prospective client specifically requested that no full portfolio links be included in the emails. They just wanted three samples that closely reflected the type … Read more

Categories Freelance, Portfolios, Professional Development Tags Freelance, Getting Started, Professional Development, Upskilling

Ways to Use AI Without Generating Content

May 14, 2026October 29, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

While many clients of freelance writers and editors encourage the use of generative AI, others might still be wary of it. Two of my clients recently drafted and shared policies … Read more

Categories Artificial Intelligence, Freelance, Professional Development Tags Artificial Intelligence, Freelance, Professional Development, Upskilling

The Hidden ‘Red Flags’ in Freelancer Portfolios

August 5, 2026October 20, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

You may think your portfolio is doing all the right things, such as showing your best work, highlighting your expertise, and making it easy for clients to contact you. But … Read more

Categories Freelance, Portfolios, Professional Development Tags Getting Started, Portfolio Bios, Portfolios, Professional Development, Upskilling, Writing and Editing Leave a comment

Getting Ready for Conferences: Pointers for Making the Most of It!

August 11, 2026October 8, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

The fall is usually an exciting season for me. I love the cooler weather, and I get to ease back into my work routine after a busy summer. I also … Read more

Categories Freelance, Professional Development Tags Freelance, Getting Started, Professional Development, Upskilling, Writing and Editing

What Makes a Great Portfolio Bio? Strategies for Medical Writers and Editors

August 5, 2026September 23, 2025 J. Kelly Byram, MS, MBA, ELS
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If you’re updating or building a portfolio as a medical writer or editor, one section can feel disproportionately difficult: the bio. The bio only includes a few paragraphs—and yet somehow, … Read more

Categories Portfolios Tags Getting Started, Portfolio Bios, Portfolios, Professional Development, Strategy, Upskilling Leave a comment

The Hidden Gaps in Most Medical Writing Portfolios

August 5, 2026September 16, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

Even the most experienced medical writers can have gaps in their portfolio, and this is usually not in skill, but in strategy. A polished sample is important, but a portfolio … Read more

Categories Portfolios Tags Freelance, Getting Started, Professional Development, Upskilling, Writing and Editing Leave a comment

How to Choose the Right Samples for Your Portfolio

August 5, 2026September 9, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

In a previous post, I talked about the types of samples you should include in your medical communication portfolio. Today, I want to continue that conversation by discussing how you can … Read more

Categories Portfolios Tags Freelance, Getting Started, Portfolios, Professional Development, Writing and Editing Leave a comment

Why I Stopped Ordering Business Cards (and You Should Too)

October 3, 2025September 3, 2025 J. Kelly Byram, MS, MBA, ELS
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Last updated on October 3, 2025 As I packed for a recent conference, I reached for that familiar stack of business cards I’d carefully slotted into my portfolio—then stopped. When … Read more

Categories Career Development, Freelance, Professional Development Tags Networking, Professional Development

Ways to Collaborate With Other Medical Communicators

August 27, 2025August 26, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

The work of writers, editors, and other medical communicators can feel a bit lonely, especially for freelancers or those who work remotely. A fun and productive way to add variety … Read more

Categories Freelance, Professional Development, Writing & Editing Tags Freelance, Professional Development, Upskilling, Writing and Editing 1 Comment

The Benefits of Peer Mentoring for Medical Writers and Editors

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 Damiana Chiavolini, MS, PhD

In the fast-moving world of medical communication, continuous learning and upskilling are essential. Formal training and certifications play a crucial role in these processes, but other activities can also be … Read more

Categories Freelance, Professional Development Tags Professional Development, Upskilling, Writing and Editing Leave a comment
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