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The Savvy ScribeEP319: Your Summer Survival Plan: How I Keep My Writing Biz MovingSend us a textWelcome to The Savvy Scribe Podcast! In this episode, Janine Kelbach shares her top strategies for summer survival as a freelance writer. Discover how to navigate chaotic schedules, manage shifting energy, and keep your business moving forward—without burning out. This episode is your go-to guide for maintaining momentum and creativity all summer long.Key Takeaways: Summer Survival Tips for Freelancers1. Summer Survival Then vs. NowEarly summers were hectic: client slowdowns, busy kids, and the pressure to overwork.Embrace a...
2025-07-1912 minThe Savvy ScribeEP318: Data-Driven Branding: How to Build a Personal Brand That Gets Clients with Danielle SmythSend us a textIn this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, host Janine Kelbach welcomes Danielle Smyth, founder of Wordsmyth Creative Content Marketing, to explore the power of data-driven branding. They dive into strategies for building a compelling personal brand that attracts clients.How to Build a Personal Brand That Gets ClientsKey Topics Covered:Building with Strategy, Not Just Style:Danielle shares how her company leverages data to guide marketing efforts that focus on client acquisition, not just social media metrics....
2025-07-1238 minThe Savvy ScribeEP317: When Clients Go Quiet: 5 Summer Strategies to Stay BookedSend us a textIn this high-energy episode, Janine shares five smart summer strategies to help freelance writers stay productive and motivated when client work slows down. From relationship-building to content creation, these tips will help you make the most of the season and set your business up for a strong fall rebound.5 Summer Strategies to Stay BookedReconnection EmailReach out to past clients with a warm check-in and availability update.Back to Basics Cold PitchingPick 2–3 brands you admire and pitch th...
2025-07-0510 minThe Savvy ScribeEP313: Communication is Everything. The Rest is All Details.Send us a textIn this solo episode, Janine dives deep into a foundational skill that separates good freelancers from great ones—communication. Drawing inspiration from nostalgic t-shirt slogans like “Gymnastics is life, the rest is all details,” Janine drives home the message that while writing skills get your foot in the door, clear, kind, and consistent communication is what keeps it open.Key Takeaways:Why Communication Matters More Than Writing Alone:Even exceptional writing won’t make up for poor communication.Clients value transparency and ease of working...
2025-06-0712 minThe Savvy ScribeEP297: Becoming a Thought Leader as a Nurse Writer: How to Leverage Your ExpertiseSend us a textIn this episode, I’m diving into how you can become a thought leader as a freelance nurse writer. Thought leadership doesn’t happen overnight, but when done right, it helps you establish trust, credibility, and opens doors to premium clients. Whether you’re just starting out or already writing, this episode is designed to guide you on how to leverage your unique nursing experience to stand out in the content writing world.Being a thought leader involves recognizing your strengths, understanding your weaknesses, and identifying opportunities within your niche. Today, I’ll w...
2025-02-0116 minThe Savvy ScribeEP296: How to Track and Measure Freelance Success in the New Year with Alyssa WolffSend us a textIn this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, Janine sits down with Alyssa, a work-life balance coach, busy mom of five, and part-time business owner, to uncover the secrets of building freelance success. Alyssa shares how she manages her household and homeschools while running a six-figure business, offering practical advice to freelancers striving to achieve their goals.From setting boundaries to tracking key metrics, Alyssa’s strategies are perfect for freelancers and solopreneurs looking to grow their businesses while maintaining balance in their personal lives. Whether you’re just starting your free...
2025-01-2527 min
The Business Spotlight SeriesFITTING THE LIFE I WANTED | With Janine Kelbach and Scott MacMeans | The Business SpotlightYou ask Janine Kelbach of WriteRN why she started her business and she’ll tell you what she was doing at that time was not fitting the life she wanted. Janine’s WHY is simple yet elegant, Kids, Family, Flexibility. Spending years working for someone else, on the schedule they dictated, as a Labor & Delivery nurse was not fitting what Janine wanted for herself. So, she did something about it. Janine had a pivot point in her life, COVID. The pandemic changed a lot for so many people. Janine saw it as the pivot point she needed...
2025-01-0927 minThe Savvy ScribeEP292: From Rock Bottom to Unshakable Resilience: The Mindset Shifts That Fuel Holistic Self-Improvement with Kevin PalmieriSend us a textStarting your entrepreneurial journey can feel overwhelming, especially in the early days. Today’s episode dives deep into the mindset shifts you need to start, grow, and thrive as a business owner and podcaster. Kevin Palmieri, host of Next Level University and Podcast Growth University, shares his story, valuable lessons, and insights on achieving success through perseverance, self-improvement, and building meaningful connections.Kevin and Janine discuss the evolution of their businesses, from uncertain beginnings to impactful results. They also touch on the importance of mindset, consistency, and planting the seeds that le...
2024-12-2344 minThe Savvy ScribeEP289: 5 Ways to Capitalize on Keyword Research and SEO to Grow your Business with Faith HananSend us a textWelcome back to The Savvy Scribe Podcast! In this episode, host Janine Kelbach sits down with Faith Hannon, an SEO expert and podcast host, to dive into the power of search engine optimization for freelance writers. Faith shares her journey into SEO and offers practical advice to help you enhance your own business while providing even greater value to your clients.Faith brings five actionable tips for mastering keyword research and implementing SEO strategies to help freelance writers create content that ranks and resonates. From understanding your audience to crafting the...
2024-12-0346 minThe Savvy ScribeEP287: Brain-Friendly Writing Routines for Neurodivergent WritersSend us a textIn this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, host Janine Kelbach is joined by Arianna Smith to discuss brain-friendly writing routines specifically designed for neurodivergent writers. Arianna breaks down how neurodivergent writers can develop routines that align with their brain’s natural rhythms. She offers practical tools, strategies, and advice for managing distractions, improving focus, and maximizing creativity. This episode will help you transform your writing process into one that feels easier, more intuitive, and, most importantly, sustainable. Tune in for practical tips that will help you work smarter, not harder, while embracing yo...
2024-11-1959 min
Nursing and the Arts PodcastNursing and the Arts Podcast – Ep10: The Nurse Writer with the Right Savvy: Meet Janine Kelbach, BSN, RNC-OB; CEO, Write RN, LLC and Host, Savvy Nurse Writer PodcastNursing and the Arts Podcast - Ep10: The Nurse Writer with the Right Savvy: Meet Janine Kelbach, BSN, RNC-OB, CEO, Write RN, LLC and Host, Savvy Nurse Writer Podcast
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2024-10-2028 minThe Savvy ScribeEP281: Transitioning from a Solo Writer to an Agency OwnerSend us a textHave you ever thought about growing your freelance writing business into an agency? In today’s episode, I, Janine Kelbach, share my journey from solo nurse writer to the founder of a thriving agency. I’ll walk you through the steps I took to transition from handling everything myself to delegating tasks and building a team that includes over 150 vetted nurse writers. If you’re thinking about making the leap from freelancer to agency owner, this episode is for you!Starting as a solo freelancer in 2013, I’ve learned many lessons along th...
2024-10-0809 min
Dare To Do Nursing DifferentlyNURSE ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT FEATURING: JANINE KELBACHNURSE ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT FEATURING: JANINE KELBACH
Janine Kelbach, an accomplished writer and author with a passion for helping others, brings a wealth of experience and compassion to her professional endeavors. With a
background anchored in nursing, Janine has transitioned her expertise to the world of medical writing, where she excels in creating content that educates and supports healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Throughout her career, Janine has demonstrated a deep commitment to community and collaboration, having founded a successful business focused on empowering freelance healthcare writers. Janine's work is characterized by a genuine care for...
2024-08-2218 minThe Savvy ScribeEP265 – The Freelance Formula: Leslie Catalano and Janine Kelbach’s Guide to SuccessSend us a textToday’s episode is brimming with excitement because I’m joined by Leslie Catalano, a highly accomplished freelance nurse writer! We thought of doing this episode together to share our personal journeys, aiming to provide insights that can help answer your questions about establishing a successful freelance writing business.Sharing Our Freelance Formula to a Successful Freelance Writing BusinessKey points in this episode:Journey into Freelance Writing: We discuss our beginnings in freelance writing, including how we landed our...
2024-06-0440 min
The Healthy Nurse ConnectionHow to Become a Nurse Writer with Janine KelbachWelcome to the Healthy Nurse Connection. In this podcast we talk about all things nursing. Whether you are a seasoned nurse, a new nurse, a nursing student, or thinking about becoming a nurse this podcast is for you.
Today I sat down and talked with a nurse that I truly admire. She has helped me in so many ways to become a medical writer. Janine Kelbach is a nurse, a medical writer, a mom, and now she has her own nurse writing agency. Join me in welcoming her to the show.
To find Janine you ca...
2024-03-2637 minThe Savvy ScribeEP251: Byline Pitfalls: The Work Speaks for Itself, But Does It?Send us a textFeeling invisible after writing a stellar article and seeing only a company byline? Ghostwriting woes got you down? Don’t fret, dear nurse writers! We’re diving into clever ways to showcase uncredited work in your portfolio today. Let’s rewrite your brilliance and turn silent masterpieces into portfolio powerhouses. Forget byline blues, it’s time to shine!Today on the Savvy Scribe Podcast:Research and present the benefits of bylines for your client’s SEO and credibility.The importance of bylines for your client’s online pre...
2024-01-3006 minThe Savvy Scribe229: How to Use AI as a Writer with Krista FrahmSend us a textKrista Frahm, an expert in the field of copywriting, joined Janine in this new episode of the Savvy Scribe podcast to share some practical tips and strategies for using AI to enhance your writing. About the guest:Krista is a direct-response copywriter and occupational therapist. She she stumbled upon copywriting as a non-clinical career option while volunteering for a non-profit. She misunderstood someone’s comment about “copy” and thought they were asking if she plagiarized her work.That misunderstanding led her to copywrite, and she...
2023-08-2941 min
Starting a Business Simplified: For Healthcare EntrepreneursEp 26: From Side Hustle to Success: Janine Kelbach's Journey in Starting a Freelance Writing BusinessOn this episode of Starting a Business Simplified, we have the inspiring Janine Kelbach, founder of Savvynursewriter.com and owner of a nurse writer agency. Janine shares her journey of starting her own business and finding success in the world of freelance writing. Janine starts by discussing her love for time management and productivity hacks. She reveals her "hour of power," a dedicated hour when her child is at preschool, where she strategically plans and accomplishes tasks. Janine also shares her use of the Pomodoro method to increase productivity and emphasizes the importance of pre-planning and...
2023-08-1533 minThe Savvy Scribe227: Getting Through the Blocks to Writing Your Own Website with Erin OllilaSend us a textHave you always wanted to create your own website but can’t seem to get started? Join Janine and her guest Erin Ollila, a professional copywriter, to learn how to overcome the common blocks that prevent people from writing their own websites.About the GuestConversion copywriter. Copy Coach. Wing Woman. Word slinger. No matter what you call her, Erin Ollila believes in the power of words and how a message can inform — and even transform — its intended audience.When she’s not working with big bran...
2023-08-1543 minThe Savvy Scribe220: Understanding and Mastering Marketing FunnelsSend us a textWelcome back to another exciting episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast! In today’s edition, we’re diving headfirst into the world of marketing funnels. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of this essential tool and explore how it can be effectively implemented to establish and grow a prosperous freelance writing business.Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you chart your path to success. Get ready to level up your freelance writing game as we unr...
2023-06-2708 min
Healthcare Boss Academy Podcast#335: Keep Showing Up: How a Nurse Went All In With Building & Marketing Her Writing Business with Janine KelbachOVERVIEW: "Where focus goes, energy flows.” – Tony Robbins Jason A. Duprat, MBA, CRNA, Healthcare Practitioner, and Host of the Healthcare Boss Academy podcast, sits down with Janine Kelbach, Educator, Author of Entreprenurse, CEO of Write RN, Host of Savvy Scribe Podcast, and Brand Owner of Savvy Nurse Writer. In this episode, Janine shares her story of pursuing several entrepreneurial passions, how she excelled at each, and her advice for all aspiring writers and entrepreneurs. If becoming a writer has crossed your mind, this episode is for you. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Jan...
2023-06-0847 min
The Freelance PodclassThe Transferable Skills Class with Janine KelbachHow do you bring your previous skills and experience into the exciting new world of freelancing? Today our guest is Janine Kelbach, the CEO of Write RN and host of the Savvy Scribe Podcast. She is a long-time nurse, educator, author, and freelance health content writer who knows a lot about transitioning to freelancing after having a long-term career. Join us as we discuss the top soft skills that can be transferred to freelancing and the top niches that are in demand in 2023. We guarantee this class will have a positive impact on many of y...
2023-03-0238 minThe Savvy Scribe203: How to Sell Your Service If You’re Completely a Beginner?Send us a textDon’t have any portfolio or clients yet? What do you do when you see a great opportunity to be a freelance writer, but you’re brand new with nothing to show? Today, we’re going to cover some tips to introduce yourself or sell your service if you’re COMPLETELY a beginner!Key points in this episode:– How to introduce your service offerings if you don’t have any portfolio yet?– How to let potential clients know if you’re a good fit as a writer?– Do you need a webs...
2023-02-2805 min
The Gritty NurseBecoming Your Own Boss: Rise of the Nurse Entrepreneur with Janine KelbachCould you be a badass nurse entrepreneur? So many of us want to be our own boss, but don’t actually know how! In this episode, we have not just one but THREE nurse entrepreneurs sharing their hacks: nurse and healthcare writer Janine Kelbach, and of course Sara and Amie! Janine Kelbach, BSN RNC-OB, is a wife, mom of 2 boys (and a Great Dane), educator and author of the book, Entreprenurse: 30+ Nurses Turn Into Business Owners and Share Their Secrets to Success. She has been a Freelance Health Content Writer since 2013 and is the CEO of...
2023-02-2430 minThe Gritty NurseBecoming Your Own Boss: Rise of the Nurse Entrepreneur with Janine KelbachCould you be a badass nurse entrepreneur? So many of us want to be our own boss, but don’t actually know how! In this episode, we have not just one but THREE nurse entrepreneurs sharing their hacks: nurse and healthcare writer Janine Kelbach, and of course Sara and Amie! Janine Kelbach, BSN RNC-OB, is a wife, mom of 2 boys (and a Great Dane), educator and author of the book, Entreprenurse: 30+ Nurses Turn Into Business Owners and Share Their Secrets to Success. She has been a Freelance Health Content Writer since 2013 and is the CEO of...
2023-02-2430 minThe Savvy Scribe201: Setting Up and Optimizing Your LinkedIn AccountSend us a textHere is another episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast where I am going to talk about setting up and optimizing your LinkedIn account!Key points in this episode:– The basic steps for setting up a LinkedIn account– The proper ways to present your “About” section– Tips to optimize your LinkedIn account– Writing the headline– Should you pay for a Premium LinkedIn account?– More tips from past podcast guests!– Additional episodes that will help you build a LinkedIn account that will grab your potential client’s attention...
2023-02-1409 minThe Savvy Scribe200: The 200-Week Journey of the Savvy Scribe PodcastSend us a textJanine is taking us to another exciting episode where she reflects on the 200-week journey of The Savvy Scribe Podcast. She’s going to take us back to when this journey started and bring it to where it is today.Key points in this episode:– Janine reflects on the 200-week journey of The Savvy Scribe Podcast– Some testimonials from her avid listeners– She thanks the people behind the success of the podcast– Who are the audiences of the podcast– Janine’s pieces of advice for tho...
2023-02-0717 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 198: Creating Your Author BioSend us a textIs creating an author bio something you struggle with? While you’re thinking about it way too much, it’s almost a reason not to keep going forward. But worry no more. Listen in as Janine gives her expert tips!Key points in this episode:– How to create an author bio– Things Janine learned about writing an author biography in 10 years of running her own freelance writing business– Is there a perfect word count when writing an author bio?– How to format your bio– Things...
2023-01-2405 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 195: What Documents Should I Have Handy to Save Myself Time When I Get Hired On?Send us a textNothing feels better than when your contract is signed and your client is ready to go forward with work! How can we make ourselves look stellar from the start? By having documents ready to go, the client can move faster with upcoming work. Today, I am going to give you 6 documents you should always have on hand as a freelancer. In this digital age on hand means in a folder on your computer, Google Drive and/or a CRM that holds files, I like HoneyBook.Documents you always need on hand...
2023-01-0307 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 191: Should I Use a Script for My Discovery Calls?Send us a textThere are a lot of resources out there for introverts who need to sell (and you will if you want clients), but for today’s episode, I am going to answer your question: “should I use a script for my discovery calls?”What’s inside this episode!Two things I need to have to clientsSome things to remember when going on a call with a potential clientUsing a script during a discovery callA recap of the last 5 discovery calls I had and what my clients said on those calls...
2022-12-0610 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 190: What Should I Put Inside My Contracts?Send us a textToday, we’re talking about things you should put in your contracts. If you’re a member of the Plan, Produce, Profit course, you’ve heard me talk about contracts many times, but why are we so scared about them?Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I’m a nurse. But all this information I obtained from different lawyers. This is not legal advice. Please take this with a grain of salt. Know that it’s something that you should put inside a contract, but when you finally get a contract together...
2022-11-2909 min
Healthcare Boss Academy Podcast#290: Keep Showing Up: How a Nurse Went All In With Building & Marketing Her Writing Business with Janine KelbachOVERVIEW: “Where focus goes, energy flows.” – Tony Robbins Jason A. Duprat, MBA, CRNA, Healthcare Practitioner, and Host of the Healthcare Boss Academy podcast, sits down with Janine Kelbach, Educator, Author of Entreprenurse, CEO of Write RN, Host of Savvy Scribe Podcast, and Brand Owner of Savvy Nurse Writer. In this episode, Janine shares her story of pursuing several entrepreneurial passions, how she excelled at each, and her advice for all aspiring writers and entrepreneurs. If becoming a writer has crossed your mind, this episode is for you. 3 KEY POINTS: Keep...
2022-11-1045 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 180: How many discovery calls do I need?Send us a textWe recently did an in-depth workshop about reaching out to potential clients on linked in and my students were asking how many discovery calls they need in order to get a client.Friends, it’s a numbers game. Curious to know more?Keep listening and learn:How you need to reach out to in order to get a clientWhat is cold pitching and can it help?Platforms where you can pitchCold emailingHow to do pitchingAction items to help you get clientsMy secret formula on how many pitches you nee...
2022-09-2007 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 171: How to Get Started With Freelance Writing - Back to BasicsSend us a textLet’s get back to the basics! In this episode, Janine discussed the framework of the Plan, Produce, Profit that she used to help her fellow nurses grow their online freelance writing businesses.Key points to listen for:The framework you can use to start and grow your writing businessWhat’s inside the framework of the Plan, Produce, Profit course?How to grow your freelance writing business in as short as 6 weeksQuestions to ask yourself before deciding to writeWhat is a system for growth?WHY join the course?How to get...
2022-07-1918 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 166: 5 Ways to Stay Motivated While Working RemotelySend us a textSometimes, it’s hard to stay motivated. If you feel like you are losing your focus on achieving your goals, listen in as Janine shares 5 ways to stay motivated while working remotely.Start with your why; however that looks like.Set a large goal – for businesses, you can always use an income goal. Doing this can help you work backward, and if you can work backward from somewhere, then you can strategically plan how you’re going to get there.Set 6-weekly/3-monthly goals – we can’t get somewhere if we can’t visualize...
2022-06-1411 minThe Savvy ScribeHow do I write for clients?Send us a textBefore you write for clients, you have to learn first the steps you need to take to start the work. Here are some tips from Janine!Key points in this episode:Importance of setting up a discovery callThings you need from the clients after the discovery call and before you write for clientsWhat is a brand guide or style guide?Importance of having a brand guideElements of a brand guideJanine is sharing a handy questionnaire for your new clients to help you visualize your client’s brandDetermining your client’s targ...
2022-06-0708 min
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2022-05-1050 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 159: Three Ways to Get Your Writing Noticed With Helen RyanSend us a textPoints To Listen For!Guesting and how to find a blog to post toAn opportunity you might want to think about to build a portfolioThe importance of learning the basics of SEOKey points for SEO writing from JanineUsing a few websites to help build your trustworthiness and thought leadershipTalking about backlinksTips to keep moving as a writer About Helen RyanHelen was a freelance health and fitness writer for many years. She was also a health/wellness columnist. For a billion years she’s been...
2022-04-2621 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 157: Who Can I Use as an Editor?Send us a textWhen I started as a writer, I had no idea I needed an editor. So, when I submitted my first pieces, the red line go lower. Talk about imposter syndrome; it really lifts up when I was like “maybe writing is not for me.” But really, I needed an editor and every writer does.Points to listen for!How to become a better self-editorJanine shares some tools that you can use for editingJanine would do her self-editing first, read out loud, and use her tools before sending it to the edit...
2022-04-1208 min
Serve Scale Soar®132: From Nurse To Leveraged Program Creator: How Janine Kelbach Used Her Healthcare Experience to Grow A Successful BusinessSuccessful service providers come from all different industries! In this episode of Serve Scale Soar®, I sat down with Janine Kelbach to talk about how she went from being a nurse to a nurse writer agency to a leveraged program creator. Janine is the perfect example of taking your existing knowledge and using it to grow a niched-down service-based business. Like so many of us, she was a mom just trying to figure out how she could start a business that she could do from home while she took care of her...
2022-03-0832 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 146: Building a Freedom-Based Business With Jamie KullmanSend us a textI am so excited to have Jamie Kullman in our episode today! Let’s learn what a freedom-based business is all about and how we can find our passion and things that we really love.She was named the Top Mompreneur to Watch in 2021 by Yahoo! Finance. She is also the host of Moms Freedom Maker Podcast, which just hits the top 2% of the world. She started her 6-figure business at 15 years old by recycling used automotive parts and keeping them out of the landfill, bringing her mi...
2022-01-2526 min
Nursing Strategies for Success PodcastEpisode 13 - Janine Kelbach - Bringing Creativity & Independence Back into Your Nursing Practice for Career SatisfactionIn episode 13 of the Nursing Strategies for Success Podcast – I have the pleasure of interviewing Janine Kelbach - also known as the Savvy Nurse Writer - where we discuss Bringing Creativity & Independence Back into Your Nursing Practice for Career Satisfaction! Janine has been a Labor & Delivery Nurse for many years, and is now running her own business WriteRN, where she manages a team of Nurse Writers that provide companies with their content needs! She is also the host of the Savvy Scribe Podcast, where she invites Nurse Entrepreneurs and Business Savvy Guests to discuss actio...
2021-11-1945 min
NursePreneursFrom Nurse to Freelance Writer: Janine Kelbach’s Journey to Savvy Nurse WriterThis week’s guest, Janine Kelbach, RNC-OB, is the founder of Savvy Nurse Writer, a company dedicated to teaching nurses how to create their own successful freelance writing businesses.
With years of experience working as a nurse in various roles, Janine always felt that something was missing.
What she yearned for was the freedom and flexibility to better balance her career with her role as a mother.
After the birth of her second child, Janine decided to take control of her schedule and embark on a new path that would allow her to work on her own terms.
Janine’s jour...
2021-11-1829 min
Cup Of NursesEP 136: L&D Nursing, Management and Freelancing with Janine KelbachIn this episode, we would like to introduce our guest Janine Kelbach. Janine is the creator of savvy nurse writer. She has a vast amount of experience in Labor and delivery, OB, and management. We talk about her bedside experiences and how to use nursing knowledge to create a business. A lot of inspiration from this savvy nurse as she shares some best advice to aspiring Labor & Delivery nurses and nurse entrepreneur. Cup of Nurses: https://fanlink.to/CONsite Frontline Warriors: https://fanlink.to/FWsite Apple https://f...
2021-11-0539 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 110: The Energy Bus - A Book Review by Janine KelbachSend us a textIn today’s episode, I will talk about a book titled The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy, an international bestseller by Jon Gordon. The book is about mindset and optimism. It teaches us that we have control over our mood and perspective every day. We have to remember that our energy is contagious in all ways. In our lives, a pessimistic person may be a disease, destroying a healthy community. Don’t allow these types of people to suck your life out of you!Ge...
2021-06-2208 min
The Stay at Home NurseFrom Part-time Freelance Nurse Writer to Full Time Healthcare Content Marketing Agency with Janine KelbachDescription #058 - One of the biggest decisions you have to make in your journey from side hustle to full-time entrepreneur is when to make the leap. In “normal” times this is a hard decision, but the uncertainty of the pandemic has brought a new set of challenges. And yet a large number of nurses have decided to do just that; leave the “security” of their traditional nursing job and go full time with their business. And the results have been tremendously positive. I want to share their inspiring stories with you. Today we’re talking with Janine...
2021-03-2634 minThe Savvy ScribeEpisode 87: How to Use Affiliates to Grow Your Business and Help Other BusinessesSend us a textWhat are affiliates, how you can apply them to grow your business, and how you can help other businesses by being an affiliate for them? Join Janine in this episode to learn some simple and practical tips to utilize them effectively!What are Affiliates?Most companies have affiliate programs set up for business owners and consumers to share their products. The company will give you a code that you can share with your network and from the sales you made, you will receive a percentage or commission....
2021-01-1911 min
Podcast | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal#077 – Janine Kelbach on Writing for The Medical MarketJanine Kelbach, RNC-OB, started her nursing career in a community hospital learning the basics of labor and delivery, admitting patients, the normal newborn, and scrubbing into the operating room. She quickly became a breastfeeding resource nurse and certified CPR instructor.
In 2007, she took a position in a higher acuity facility in the Cleveland, Ohio area. There she worked postpartum and labor and delivery. She became the assistant manager and educated new nurses, developed educational content, and managed other labor and delivery specifications.From then until now, she has obtained her high-risk OB certification and her...
2020-12-2014 minTop Business Leaders | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal#077 – Janine Kelbach on Writing for The Medical MarketJanine Kelbach, RNC-OB, started her nursing career in a community hospital learning the basics of labor and delivery, admitting patients, the normal newborn, and scrubbing into the operating room. She quickly became a breastfeeding resource nurse and certified CPR instructor.
In 2007, she took a position in a higher acuity facility in the Cleveland, Ohio area. There she worked postpartum and labor and delivery. She became the assistant manager and educated new nurses, developed educational content, and managed other labor and delivery specifications.From then until now, she has obtained her high-risk OB certification and her...
2020-12-2014 min
Nursing UncensoredBe a Health Content Writer with Janine Kelbach, RNC-OB of The Savvy ScribeAre you a nurse who loves to write? This is your episode. Adrianne spends some time chatting with Janine Kelbach, nurse, author, coach, and creator of Write RN LLC and The Savvy Scribe. Janine and Adrianne cover the basics on Health Content Writing....what is it? who does it? where do we find their work? You may be surprised to hear her answers. Then you may be empowered to try it yourself. Please enjoy this hour of exploring a promising side gig that could potentially change your career.If you'd like to learn more about Janine and the...
2020-09-2857 minThe Savvy ScribeKnowing These 5 Tips Will Help You Tell If Your Writing Is Good EnoughSend us a textToday I am talking about 5 ways to reassure yourself that your writing is good enough. As nurses, we are stuck in the "I'm a nurse, not a writer" and today, I'm busting that myth.Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you love it...
2020-09-2209 minThe Savvy ScribeTo Plan is to plan backwards with Ruthie BowlesSend us a textRuthie had a secret pregnancy with her recent client in order to pivot to a remote job from the corporate world, amd shes sharing her secrets with us today. We talk about backwards planning, howmuch she made before she quit, where to find good clients, and her new book!Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would...
2020-09-1531 minThe Savvy ScribeMastering the Art of Communication with Brenden KumarasamySend us a textIn today's episode we are talking with Brenden is the founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel he started to help the world master the art of public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBYFP4mZLQovr7W6Si6sueA/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masteryourtalk/We cover a lot in this episode from How we as writers use communicationHow to get your ideas out and on to pa...
2020-09-0832 minThe Savvy ScribeHealth Insurance for the Freelance WriterSend us a textToday's episode features James Puszert and Ruddy Hernandez from the US Health Advisors Group. They tackle why freelance writers need health insurance and the essential details they should know to apply for it.Interested in growing your own health writing business? The Savvy Scribe Growth Lab is a step-by-step program to help you plan, create, launch, land and grow your health writing business. Think of it as the one stop shop to end your “googling”, the health writing business roadmap, or the A-Z reso...
2020-09-0121 minThe Savvy ScribeMini Lessons - How small chunks of info propel your businessSend us a textLearn how mini bits of content will help your business propel forward. In this episode, I explain why mini lessons are essential to you as a busy nurse/parent.Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you love it, can I ask for a
2020-08-2517 minThe Savvy Scribe4 Tips to Improve your Messaging with 6-Figure Copywriter Abbi PeretsSend us a textAbbi Perets is a copywriter with 20 years of experience working with some of the biggest brands in the world and the coach moms turn to when they want to break into freelance writing. As a mom of 5 kids, including one with significant special needs, Abbi understands the unique challenges moms face when they build businesses. She shares a lot in this episode:- How copywriting saved her- How to helps "save" other moms- 4 Tips on how to improve your messageIG: @abbiperets FB...
2020-08-1841 minThe Savvy Scribe"If it wasn't charted, you didn't do it" - Workflows and MoreSend us a textIn this episode I want to tell all you Savvy Scribes about how to streamline your business using workflows. I like that quote we use in the nursing world, "If it wasn't charted, you didn't do it." and relate it to workflows and systems. Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe:
2020-08-1115 minThe Savvy ScribePIVOT by adding services and grow your business with Gina HorkeySend us a textGina Horkey is one of my favorite freelancers out there.Gina Horkey is a married, millennial mama to two precocious kiddos from Minnesota. Additionally, she’s the founder of several websites, which now includes GinaHorkey.com. Gina specializes in helping everyday folks learn hard digital marketing skills to launch their own service-based businesses online, working from the comfort of their own home (or anywhere!). Her background includes making a living as a professional writer, an online business marketing consultant and a decade of experience in the financial services industry.
2020-08-0356 min
The Business of Writing PodcastJanine Kelbach: How To Land Medical Writing GigsIn This Episode: Janine Kelbach, RN, is the owner of Write RN, Host of The Savvy Scribe Podcast & Author of Entreprenurse. She started her nursing career in a community hospital learning the basics of labor and delivery, and over the next few years worked her way all the way up the ladder in the medical system. After having her second child, she burned out on nursing and started looking for another way to put her skills to work, and discovered that there is a huge demand for writers with experience in the medical fiel...
2020-07-2800 minThe Savvy ScribeGood Habits Create Goal AchievementSend us a textToday's episode I dive into the recent books I read:Atomic Habitshttps://charlesduhigg.com/the-power-of-habit/In these books, I discovered that good habits create goal achievement.All of us can say that we want to be millionaires, own our own businesses, etc etc, but until we put those habits into place to help create goal achievement, nothing will happen.Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we...
2020-07-2116 minThe Savvy ScribeFrom Gig to Business - It's a Mindset ShiftSend us a textThis episode was a Facebook Live Event that I hosted. You might hear me talking to the audience during the show.In this episode, we talk all things mindset (I know there's other episode on this), but it's SOOOO important.We talk about:What do I mean by mindset? What is it?Why it's important to switch your mindset4 Things you need to know about the Entrepreneurial Mindset Tips to start switching your mindsetWelcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we s...
2020-07-1421 minThe Savvy ScribeDouble your Writing Speed with Expert Daphne Gray-GrantSend us a textDaphne Gray-Grant teaches business owners, academics, corporate communicators, book writers and others how to banish writer’s block so they can write with happiness and ease. She started her career in the writing world in a family business, then started in a large metropolitan daily company as a senior editor. She became a director of communications and then did something big -- she had TRIPLETS!WOW! (don't mind my little tangent about my labor and delivery nursing)- shout out to my twin @jackie! She decided to...
2020-07-0741 minThe Savvy ScribeGrow by learning to delegate in your freelance writing businessSend us a textIn this Savvy Scribe Episode, I talk all about OUTSOURCINGWhat is it?Who does it?Can you as a freelance business owner do it?What about as a parent/spouse?Can you outsource with no money?I mentiom the things I outsource and an approach on how to do it for yourself.Then, I dives into her personal life and shares tips on what I outsources in the home.Mentioned in the episode:- Instapot...
2020-06-3010 minThe Savvy ScribeThe Contract Process with Damion JenkinsSend us a textToday's episode I have Damion Keith Jenkins is a Masters Prepared Registered Nurse, NCLEX Prep Expert, Nurse Content Writer, & Public Speaker that has a real passion for nursing education! Damion is the owner and lead educator at The Nurse Speak, LLC. – a nursing education and consulting company & blog. He specializes in providing individualized NCLEX Prep tutoring services for new graduate nurses - especially those who have experienced unsuccessful attempts. Damion's mission is to increase the number of nurses entering into profession by helping them to develop strategies for success! Damion also offers high-quality, up...
2020-06-2334 minThe Savvy ScribeYou're one person in the Macroeconomic world, and a recession won't stop you with Carol TiceSend us a textFrom $200 Essay Content winner to Six-Figure Freelance Writer Carol TiceShe started as a song writer who won an Essay content to a freelance writer who built her own freelance life in 2005. She grew overtime and now makes 6 figures as a freelance.She gives tips on how to conquer the technical mountain of blogging and using your insight for your blog as a magazine - in short, provide VALUE and ACTION to your readers.Also, she talks about how to find out if this is a career...
2020-06-1648 minThe Savvy ScribeFinance Questions Answered with Adam Kelbach, Bank ManagerSend us a textToday's episode has questions you want to know the answer to, especially when you are first starting out. That's why I invited my very own husband to the show. Someone who is never fearful about talking was a little podcast shy, which makes me laugh because he's the total extrovert when it comes to the two of us.Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I...
2020-06-0915 minThe Savvy ScribeSetting your Rates and Booking Clients with Award Winning Medical Writer, Melissa CrawfordSend us a textAwarding winning medical writer, Melissa Crawford, talks about all things medical writing. We dove into A LOT in this episode! She talks about:- how she became a medical writer - how she improved her writing over time (and tips for the beginning writer)- why she got into writing in the first place- how she sets her rates- how she talks/schedules clients- why you should know your worth! Grab a pen, you're going to need it for this episode.
2020-06-0235 minThe Savvy ScribeBecoming a better leader and Business Owner with Antonette Montalvo MSN,PNP-BC,BSN,RN,BASend us a textOn Today's episode, we have Antonette Montalvo, a nurse practitioner turned business owner. She is so incredibly inspiring to nurses and those who want to go into business. In this episode we go through: - Antonette's career path up until now - The advice she has on how all nurses can be leaders, even without being a preceptor or charge nurse - How to help nurses become leaders - Tips to help build your business - How to build your skillset to be a better leader
2020-05-2642 minThe Savvy ScribeOffice Organization 101 for the Freelance WriterSend us a textToday episode is all about clearing the clutter with office organization!I am all alone in this episode – which is always a good thing when it comes to talking about my mess 😉Especially during a pandemic, it’s important to keep your space neat and tidy to keep it inviting.Let’s Start Office OrganizationThings you’ll needGarbage canFile folderLabel makerFile holderThat’s IT!In the episode, I go into my system or organization that I use in my office and...
2020-05-1914 minThe Savvy ScribeUsing Writing Skills to Empower Your Nurse Career with Nurse Keith CarlsonSend us a textNurse keith is here today to tell us about how to use your writing skills to empower you as a nurse and nurse entrepreneur. Topics we discuss include: - how he started his nurse career. He has a fascinating story about what he did prior to nursing and we talked about how it probably made him a better nurse. We discuss lots of advice related to how to own a business. When touching on how writing helps nurses elevate their careers, he tells us how to build a brand, where to...
2020-05-1259 minThe Savvy ScribeWhere to Start if you want to be Published with Paul MurphySend us a textPaul Murphy and I met on LinkedIn, not too long ago, but have shared many laughs in our conversations leading up to today's episode. Paul is a paramedic turned teacher who then advanced himself to management and leadership throughout his career. Now, he writes and is a consultant. We cover a lot in this episode, so grab a pen! We start with - His background - When and why did he start writing? (Nerd alert haha) - Where to start when you are new to writing and w...
2020-05-0530 min
Advanced FreelancingFreelancing as a Side Hustle with a Day Job with Janine Kelbach-EP102Did you know that you don't have to scale your freelance business up to a full-time job? Plenty of Freelancers have a goal of scaling their business to be able to replace their day job income, but others are perfectly happy with what they do from 9 to 5. If that's you, you'll love this episode with experienced freelancer and nurse Janine Kelbach, who purposefully keeps her freelance writing biz as a part-time venture simply because she loves her job. Deciding You Need More than Your Day Job If you're like most people, having a day job...
2020-03-3025 min
The Savvy ScribeHow to put together a Content strategy for 2020Send us a textCreate Your Business Content Strategy for 2020 Ready to elevate your business for 2020? Join Janine in talking about creating a business content strategy for this year. We talk about the funnel, content needs, building an editorial calendar, ideas and how to come up with them, creating outline for content, scheduling your content and more! Resources mentioned:Free Editorial Calendar Example - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lBfqxMOZDlmm_3M5J6pyolP_Vp6XykLbXkA-K5yVaGo/edit?usp=sharingLike what you’re hearing? Give...
2020-01-2815 min
The Savvy ScribeSavvy Scribe - Holiday Surprise!Send us a textA quick update from Janine. I wanted to give you guys a holiday gift ;-) Listen up!Join our Facebook Group: Savvy Scribe CollectiveGive a 5 star review on Apple! Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you l...
2019-12-1109 min
The Savvy Scribe[Quick Win] Mastering your Digital Calendar with Google CalendarSend us a textShe has 4 pets, 3 jobs, 2 kids, and a husband...This episode is a quick win brought to you by Janine and her crazy schedule!Today she will quickly walk you through how she powers through her day, week, month and year. Resources mentioned in this episode include:Acuity Google CalendarGoogle TasksWelcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I a...
2019-12-0410 min
The Savvy Scribe[Quick Win] Learn from Janine : Things I've learned in 6 years of WriteRN.netSend us a textIn this episode Janine brings all things from "scope creepers" to how to talk to clients in this quick win of things she has learn in the last 6 years of freelancing.Resources mentioned in this episode include:- wave.co- paypal- and.co- Google Keep- Trello - Templates for freelance writer contractshttps://www.thebalancesmb.com/sample-contract-a-letter-of-agreement-1360549https://nation1099.com/freelance-contract-how-to-write-statement-of-work/Instacart: http://bit.ly/ssget10Acuity: http://bit.ly/ssacuityFollow our Savvy...
2019-11-2813 min
The Savvy Scribe[Quick Win] Avoid the wrong clients for your freelance biz with these red flags!Send us a textIn this quickwin, Janine covers some signs that you need to steer clear of the faulty freelance client! Stay safe with these tips! Stay tuned, I have some news in an upcoming episode. Do you have a question for us?Join us in the Savvy Scribe Collective on FacebookWelcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me...
2019-11-0507 min
The Savvy ScribeReasons WHY Healthcare Professionals are building writing businessesSend us a textReasons why healthcare professionals turn to health writingJanine shares her reason WHY she chose health writing on the side of nursing at the bedsideShe covers what she sees as the #1 reason, sharing statistics and more.And WHY nurses/healthcare providers are perfect for the writer role!Thanks for listening! If you find value in what you are hearing, we would really appreciate a review on Itunes!Want to Take Your Health Writing Biz to the...
2019-10-2214 min
The Savvy ScribeAre there riches in niches? My niche is Simple: Good ClientsSend us a textAre you working for cost clients or value clients?In episode 24, Carol is talking all about cash clients vs value clients. Does your client value your work? These actionable tips will help you distinguish your cash vs value clients (and how to get rid of them). She also shares a story of her journey with Janine about their own cash vs value clients and how "Free"lance might be where it starts....Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we s...
2019-10-1517 min
The Savvy ScribeNeed More Time? The Process To Streamline from a Paper to Digital PlannerSend us a textPaper or digital? Which is better for planning as a writer building a profitable business? Janine will let you know!Today I cover "all things planning" and the pros of both a paper and digital system. I go into my planning process week to week and day to day. It took me years to develop this process, but it's the system that works best for me!Mentioned in this episode:Savvy Scribe Collective - Our Facebook Group for fans of the podcast!Google Calendar2014...
2019-09-3025 min
The Savvy Scribe[Quick Win] How To Tackle A Big Project - A Lesson Learned From My BookSend us a textThis episode is hosted by Janine and shares the lessons she learned while writing her book about tacking big projects.Mentioned in this episode:- Entreprenurse- Run 1 mi a day challenge. Like what you’re reading? Take a listen to our podcast called The Savvy Scribe Podcast! Interested in taking your health writing business further? Join us in the Savvy Scribe Growth Lab! Would you like to join a group of like-minded health writers? We host the Savvy Scribe Collective and would LO...
2019-09-1007 min
The Savvy ScribeConnections and Confidence - 2 Pieces of the health writer business puzzle with Shawna KratochwillSend us a textShawna is with us today talking about her biggest takeaways from her recent coaching experience.Shawna is a brand new, beginner writer, walking you through her journey, starting with The Savvy Scribe Growth Lab and The Savvy Scribe Collective.Janine relates a lot to Shawna’s story to starting out in the health writing world. A little beginner insight for those who think they might be ready to escape the burnout at the bedside as a nurse.Resources mentioned in this episode:Ennegraminstitute.com16personalities.comHo...
2019-08-2728 min
The Savvy ScribePreparing for the Freelance FamineSend us a textIn this episode, Janine talks all about the FREELANCE FAMINE! Don't worry, we're not trying to scare you. We want to prepare you, because it will happen. Janine mentions in this episode: - The seasons of freelancing - When companies look at budgets She also talks about her recent famine, and how she handled it (did she really take her own advice?) She gives you practical tips on what to do during your next famine (and how to cope!)We are opening up...
2019-08-1314 min
The Savvy ScribeAbundance, Pirouettes and The Fit Factor with Elizabeth Hanes, RNSend us a textIt's a Masterclass on Mindset! Join Carol & her guest, Elizabeth Hanes, as they talk about abundance, the client #fitfactor and pirouetting vs pivoting.Connect with Beth:Elizabeth Hanes RN is the nurse who knows content. As CEO of Hanes HealthcareCommunications, she specializes in producing marketing content that forges an emotional connection with the target audience while also keeping the Googlebot happy.Website - Hanes Healthcare Communications Email - beth@haneshealthcontent.comLinkedIn
2019-08-0735 min
The Savvy ScribeWhat To Do When You Don't Know What To Do- 3 TipsSend us a textIn this episode, Janine delivers 3 Tips on what to do (when you don't know what to do).Confused? Ofcourse you are. That's why she made this episode.The ideas we have as writers are constantly circling our brains. We sometimes get overwhelmed to the point that it inhibits you from starting anything.This episode can help you with clarity and visualizing you ideas.Enjoy :)Thanks for listening! If you love what you are hearing, we would LOVE if you reviewed us...
2019-07-1214 min
The Savvy Scribe6 Powerful Tips - What To Do When You Lose an Anchor ClientSend us a textWhat to do when you lose an anchor clientIn today’s episode, we get real. We get real about what it’s like to lose an anchor client. The emotion, the pain, you name it. Janine gives you 6 tips on how to get through it and move on. Mentioned in this episode:Unenroll.me - a quick way to get off those unwanted email listsSurvey discussing 2018 Freelancing ratesPost related to rates...
2019-07-0913 min
The Savvy ScribeEAT Google Strategy every Freelancer and Client should know! + Free download!Send us a textEAT - The Google StrategyEAT? Eat what? No, no not food. Though, if you want, grab a snack and sit down for this one. Janine and Carol are explaining all about this Google EAT strategy, what is means, who it's for and why health companies need to consider it.Mentioned in this episode:YOUR FREE DOWNLOAD : EAT Worksheet 1 & 2 Blog post explaining EATThanks for listening! If you love what you are hearing, we would LOVE if you reviewed us on Itunes
2019-07-0226 min
The Savvy ScribeQuick Win: Accountability - How to be accountable and move your business forwardSend us a textAccountabilityHow do you keep yourself accountable while running your business? In today’s episode, Janine shares how she stays accountable and how it helps you gain momentum in your business and push forward. Mentioned in this episode:-Vicky Warren fellow freelancerResources just for you:Miracle morning bookBoss-moms Facebook GroupTha...
2019-06-2609 min
The Savvy ScribeFrom 0 to six figures in less than a year - with Ashley Hay, RNSend us a textAshley Hay, RN started her freelance journey to supplement her nursing income. She has achieved that financially...and then some! We can all learn from her journey! Take a listen as she walks us through her path to six figures!Ashley Mentions the following in this episode:Elizabeth Hanes as a mentorRenee Thompson (and here's a link to her new book, Enough!)Allnurses.comMaureen Bonatch, fellow writerAmerican Medical Writers Association AMWA (Ashley will be SPEAKING!) November 2019!Want to Take Your Health Writing Biz to the Next Level?
2019-06-1833 min