Freelancers
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6 ways to find fresh story ideas — and where to sell them
If your story-generation engine is running out of steam, follow these tips for thinking outside of the box.
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How one freelancer juggles writing, voice-over acting and her cat rescue
Freelance journalist Stephanie Stephens writes mostly for health care systems, while also running a cat rescue and pursuing voice-over acting.
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Why rest and sleep aren’t the same — and why journalists should know the difference
Check out these tips for journalists who want to understand rest better for their readers and themselves.
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Freelancing with ADHD: How to embrace your strengths and manage the challenges
Lots of freelance journalists have ADHD. Here’s how they make it work — plus bonus advice from a psychologist.
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Want to turbocharge your freelance career? Narrow your focus
At HJ25, freelance journalists mulled how to increase their accepted pitches and, hopefully, pay rates by narrowing their focus.
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New to freelancing? These resources can help jumpstart your career
Independent health journalists can take advantage of AHCJ’s Slack community, monthly Zoom meetups, freelance directory and more.
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How to handle criticism like a pro
At HJ25, independent journalist Anna Medaris offered attendees tips about how to put a positive spin on criticism during her…
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Freelance contracts: What to look for and how to negotiate
During May’s Lunch and Learn, AHCJ’s freelance members learned why it’s critical to understand what you’re agreeing to in a…
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A typical workday for freelancer Ashley Abramson
The Milwaukee-based mom of two satisfies her extroverted nature by interviewing experts and getting involved in local journalism.
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Editors’ pitching advice for freelance journalists: Hook, surprise and persist
At Health Journalism 2025, a panel of editors discussed pay rates, revision policies and the art of pitching.
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