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Helping physicians and medical professionals cultivate fulfilling careers through information, inspiration, job opportunities, and career pivot services.
I’m ready to navigate a financial crisis after reading Dr. Cory Fawcett’s new book
Takeaways, highlights, and musings from The Doctors Guide to Navigating a Financial Crisis.
They say when you hear hoof beats, look for horses.
But when it comes to your career in medicine, look for unique opportunities, look for jobs that meet your needs, look for fulfillment…
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Information and inspiration to reach your professional goals:
Unique aspects of physician finance: 5 ways in which being a doctor impacts how you should approach personal finance
The main principles of personal finance are the same for everyone. However, there are several unique features of personal finance for physicians that are worth being aware of.
What medical editing jobs are available for doctors?
An L4Z readers asks: “Your quiz, “Which non-clinical career is right for you?” suggests that I would be a great editor in the medical writing world. Are there any jobs for someone to do editing specifically?”
10 misconceptions about general preventive medicine
There are a bunch of misconceptions about the specialty of general preventive medicine. This article gives the truth about 10 of them.
Tools and tips for building a website for your medical practice, physician side business, or blog
Here are my recommendations for the best tools, programs, and platforms for building and running a website, whether you have a medical practice, side hustle, or blog.
Virtual and online physician wellness CME options during this stressful time
It’s more important than ever to take time for your own physical and mental health. Physician burnout CME is a great way to help maintain your wellbeing and earn credits at the same time.
The important differences between W-2 and 1099 physician income, and why it matters
There are a number of important differences between W-2 and 1099 physician jobs. Most of these aren’t unique to physicians; however, since both types of work are so common in our profession, it’s especially important for doctors to understand the differences.
There are plenty of options for non-clinical doctors! Here are 10 reasons you should read my new book on alternative careers.
Here are 10 reasons to read “50 Nonclinical Careers for Physicians: Fulfilling, Meaningful, and Lucrative Alternatives to Direct Patient Care.”
Introducing the nonclinical jobs for doctors quiz! Which job is right for you?
There are more nonclinical jobs for doctors than most people realize. For a physician considering a transition from clinical medicine, it can be tough to even know where to begin in exploring all the options that cover numerous industries, sectors, organization types. This quiz is a great place to start!
Which best describes you?
Medical Student or Resident
Choosing a career path or looking for ways to earn income while in training.
Doctor Facing a Challenge
Disability, out of practice for a while, no residency, or inability to obtain a license.
Practicing Physician or Provider
Considing a career change, looking for a nonclinical job, or experiencing burnout.
Physician Consultant or Business Owner
Seeking a side hustle, consulting work, or ways to grow your business.
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