The Savvy Scribe
Episodes
340 episodes
EP348: 5 Tips for Building a Freelance Writing Practice While Working Full Time, Raising Kids, and Still Having a Life with Trish Larsen
In this episode of The Savvy Scribe podcast, Janine sits down with nurse and freelance writer Trish Larsen to talk about building a freelance writing business while balancing a full-time job and family life. Trish shares her journey from bedsid...
EP347: Networking Strategies for Nurse Entrepreneurs (Even If You’re Introverted) with Marsha Ann Battee
In this episode, I sit down with Marsha Battee, host of the Bossy Nurse podcast, to talk about something many writers struggle with—networking. If you’ve ever felt hesitant to put yourself out there (esp...
EP346: Who Actually Hires Nurse Writers? A Behind-the-Scenes Look From Someone Who Did the Hiring with Shaun Chavis
In this episode of The Savvy Scribe, Janine sits down with Shaun Chavis, a former journalist, editorial director, and content marketing consultant, to talk about who actually hires nurse writers. Shaun shares her perspective ...
EP345: Your Portfolio That Converts: Showing Value Beyond ‘I’m a Nurse’ with Suzy Wraines
Today’s guest of The Savvy Scribe podcast is Susie Wraines, an entrepreneur and host of the Starting a Business Simplified podcast, ...
EP344: The Ethics of using AI to Write About Health with Emily Thompson
In this episode of The Savvy Scribe podcast, Janine sits down with freelance writer Emily to explore the evolving role of AI in healthcare writing. From ethical concerns to practical applications, they unpack how AI has transformed the writing ...
EP343: From Bedside to Business: Crafting Your Nurse Writer Brand Story with Dr. Farah Laurent
Dr. Farah shares the real story behind her pivot from ER nurse to nurse career coach and business owner. You’ll learn how your personal story can fuel your brand identity, the importance of visibility in business, and how to stand out in a satu...
EP342: Year-End Reflection: Review, Revise, and Recharge for the Year Ahead
We’re closing in on the final episodes of 2025, and what better way to wrap up the year than with a heartfelt and honest year-end review of your writing business? Janine takes you through a no-fluff, reflection-packed session that’ll help you e...
EP341: My Journey As A Nurse Writer with Allyssa Dolphin, RN MSN (A Plan Produce Profit Success Story)
In this inspiring episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, Janine welcomes Alyssa, a fellow nurse and member of the Savvy Nurse Writer community. Alyssa shares how she transitioned from bedside nursing and teaching to becoming a successful freelanc...
EP340: Reset, Reflect, and Rise: A Gratitude Business Plan for Freelancers
As the year wraps up, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how far you’ve come—and start thinking about what’s next. In this solo episode, Janine shares how practicing gratitude can support a stronger, more aligned business plan as you move into...
EP339: Sales, Crafting Proposals, and Negotiation Strategies with Glenn Poulos
Welcome to another episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast! Today, I am joined by Glenn Poulos, a top voice on LinkedIn and a seasoned sales expert with over 40 years of experience. Glenn shares insights from his career and his book Never Sit i...
EP338: A Nonjudgmental End-of-Year Reflection on Your Business
As 2025 comes to a close, it’s time to pause, reflect, and reset. In this solo episode of The Savvy Scribe, Janine walks you through an intentional end-of-year reflection—one that goes beyond business and dives into your personal and f...
EP337: The Future Of Marketing Isn’t Technology. It’s Psychology with Gee Ranasinha
In this episode, we sit down with marketing strategist Gee Ranasinha to explore what the future of marketing really looks like — and why many businesses are getting it wrong.Despite the rise of AI and automation tools, marketing’s core h...
EP336: Non-Traditional Small Business Marketing Strategies and Tactics with Mark Newsome
In this value-packed episode, marketing expert Mark Newsome shares his journey from real estate note investing to becoming “Mr. Marketing,” helping small business owners and service providers grow through direct response and relationship-driven...
EP335: The Proposal Template That Got Me Hired
If you’ve ever sent a proposal and never heard back, you’re not alone. In this episode, we break down a real (but anonymized) proposal template to help you understand what might be going wrong and how to fix it.You’ll learn how to use yo...
EP334: Get More Inquiries Through Your Website with Conversion-Focused and SEO-Friendly Copy That Sounds Like You with Chrysanthi Stamou
In this episode, we are joined by copywriter and messaging strategist Chrysanthi Stamou, who specializes in helping service-based businesses create conversion-focused and SEO-friendly websites.Chrysanthi breaks down what every small busi...
EP333: Why Your Proposals Aren’t Landing Clients (Yet)
If you’ve ever felt confused or discouraged after sending what you thought was a strong proposal—only to be met with silence—this episode is for you. I am sharing hard-earned insight into why even skilled writers often struggle with landing ...
EP332: Why High-Value Clients Are the Game Changer for Nurse Writers
In this episode, I dive into a game-changing topic for freelance nurse writers: how to attract and retain high-value clients. If you’ve ever said yes to low-paying gigs that left you drained, disrespected, or questioning your worth, this...
EP331: How to Monetize Your Book Beyond Book Sales with Timothy Flemming, Jr.
In this episode, Timothy Fleming Jr., author coach and entrepreneur, reveals what it really takes to write a meaningful book and generate long-term book sales. From clarifying your message and audience to marketing strategies an...
EP330: How to Find Writing Clients Without Cold Pitching All Day
In this episode, I share why relying on cold pitching alone is not a sustainable way to build your freelance writing business. While cold outreach can still land clients, it often leads to burnout, frustration, and minimal returns. Inste...
EP329: The CEO Shift: How to Use Marketing Metrics to Drive Freelance Growth with Rachel Allen
In this episode, we dive deep into the transition from freelancer to business owner and how understanding marketing metrics can make that shift more empowering and less overwhelming. Our guest, Rachel, shares her journey from hesitant freelance...
EP328: Why High-Value Clients Are the Game Changer for Nurse Writers
In this episode of the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I’m sharing how landing high-value clients can completely change your freelance writing business. If you’ve ever felt stuck saying yes to low-paying, high-demand projects, it’s time to ...
EP327: Uncovering Your Unique Value: How to Identify and Market Your Superpower with Carrie KC West
What if the story you’ve been telling yourself is what’s holding you back?In this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Carrie KC West, bestselling author, speaker, and narrative coach....
EP326: Money Moves: How CEOs Think About Income and Profit
In this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, we’re tackling a topic that’s too often overlooked in the freelance world: money. If you’re a Nurse Writer navigating inconsistent payments, unclear financial goals, and burnout from ...
EP325: From Chaos to Clarity: Building Smart Systems in Your Nurse-Owned Business with Teresa Sanderson
In this high-impact episode, nurse entrepreneur Teresa Sanderson joins us to unpack how implementing systems and processes can take your freelance writing or nurse-owned business from chaotic to streamlined. From building a strong sales funnel ...
EP324: From Freelancer to Founder: 3 Growth Levers to Scale Your Writing Business
Are you tired of writing one-off blog posts and constantly hunting for the next client? In this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, we’re talking about what it really takes to grow your writing business beyond freelancing.You’l...