Find the Right Clients.
Show Them Your Value. Build a Stronger Freelance Business.

 

An 8-week step-by-step online course with personal coaching for freelance medical writers and editors who want a clearer, more confident way to market their businesses.

You’re already good at what you do. But being a skilled medical writer or editor isn’t enough if the right clients can’t find you—or don’t quickly understand why they should hire you. 

Finding the Freelance Clients You Deserve gives you a practical, proven process for identifying the right clients, communicating your value, and marketing your freelance business with confidence. 

Stop Guessing What to Do to Find Clients

Most freelance medical writers and editors never have a chance to learn marketing. 

So even when your skills are strong, building a stable business can feel uncertain. When client work gets busy, marketing drops to the bottom of the list. Then when work slows down, finding clients suddenly feels urgent again. 

General marketing advice doesn’t always help. It can feel overwhelming, unclear, too pushy, or hard to apply to medical writing. 

This course gives you a marketing approach designed specifically for freelance medical writers and editors—one that reflects the accuracy, trust, and professionalism our clients expect. 

In 8 Weeks, You’ll Build a Clearer Way to Market Your Business

You’ll learn how to:

  • Choose your money-making specialty so it’s easier to attract steady, high-paying clients.
  • Find the right prospects instead of trying to market to everyone.
  • Craft client-focused marketing that clearly shows clients how you can help them.
  • Use LinkedIn more effectively to build your network and help clients find and trust you.
  • Strengthen your website so it clearly communicates your value.
  • Reach prospects through direct email without relying on crowded job platforms.
  • Build relationships that can lead to referrals and new opportunities.
  • Stay visible so clients think of you when they need a freelancer. 

Each step builds on the last, giving you a practical marketing system you can continue using to build a strong freelance business after the course ends.

Trusted by freelance medical writers and editors since 2016.

“I'm currently busier than ever and have turned around my business from a struggle to almost too much work.”

Alexander (Alex) P.P. Lowe
Freelance Medical Writer

“Lori's insights and feedback gave me the confidence to launch my business successfully.”

Michele W. Sequeira, MS, MBA, MWC
Freelance medical writer

More than an Online Course

You won’t just watch lessons and figure out what to do on your own.

You’ll get:

8 weeks of step-by-step learning
Work through a structured marketing process one step at a time.

8 practical modules
Move from choosing your specialty and prospects through developing client-focused marketing and how to use LinkedIn, your website, direct email, networking, and follow-up.

2 coaching sessions
Get guidance and feedback on your marketing messages and tools based on your goals, challenges, and freelance business.

AI tools and proven prompts
Learn how to use AI to make marketing easier and more efficient without compromising your voice, judgment, or quality.

Practical resources
Use templates, checklists, and other resources that help you turn what you learn into client-focused marketing tools.

Learn From Someone Who’s Been There 

Hi. I’m Lori De Milto. I’ve been a successful freelance medical writer since 1997. I built a six-figure freelance business within 18 months—and I’ve learned that finding great clients isn’t about being a natural salesperson. It’s about knowing your value, focusing on the right clients, building relationships, and marketing your business consistently. 

I created Finding the Freelance Clients You Deserve to help freelance medical writers and editors learn the practical strategies that have helped me—and the freelancers I’ve taught—build successful businesses.

Lori De Milto

Freelance medical writer since 1997

You won’t just learn what to do. You’ll apply what you learn to your own freelance business, with individual coaching and feedback to help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Personal Coaching Helps You Put What You Learn into Action

Knowing what to do is only the beginning. 

Your personal coaching sessions can help you:

  • Get feedback based on your goals and challenges
  • Create a marketing strategy tailored to your work
  • See your strengths and value more clearly
  • Stay consistent and keep moving forward.

Finding the Freelance
Clients You Deserve

Start building a stable, sustainable
freelance business.

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Finding Her Focus—and the Right Clients

When Margaret Johnson, PhD, moved from academia to freelancing, she brought strong medical writing and therapeutic expertise. But near the end of her first year, she still wasn’t fully booked or earning a living as a freelancer. 

During the course, Margaret defined her specialty, identified the right clients, developed client-focused messaging, and strengthened her LinkedIn profile and website. 

Within a few months of completing the course, Margaret gained four new clients—and three became steady clients.  

“The course was fantastic. It not only met but exceeded everything I’d heard.” 

From Self-Doubt to a Focused, Confident Freelance Business

When Jeremy (Jerm) Day-Storms, PhD, MWC launched his freelance medical writing business, imposter syndrome made him doubt himself and his ability to show potential clients what he could do.

Through coaching, Jerm worked through those concerns, focused his freelance business, and developed client-focused marketing that clearly communicated his skills and expertise.

 In less than a year, Jerm got five ideal, steady, high-paying clients and developed a clearer understanding of the value he brings to clients.

 “The one-on-one coaching sessions helped clarify my goals and offered tailored advice for my unique challenges. This was crucial in developing a more focused and confident business strategy.” 

Launching Her Business with Focus and Confidence

After six years in the pharmaceutical industry, Kalpana Shankar, PhD, wanted to become a freelance medical writer. She had the skills and experience, but she wasn’t sure how to focus her services, find the right clients, or market herself effectively. 

During the course, she refined her specialty, identified her target markets, developed client-focused messaging, created a professional freelance brand, and learned how to reach prospects through direct email. 

Soon after updating her LinkedIn profile, Kalpana began attracting recruiters and prospective clients. Her first client found her on LinkedIn and reviewed her website before hiring her.

“Before starting this course, I lacked focus and confidence. Now that I’ve done all the background work associated with launching my business, I am confident that I can effectively market my writing services.” 

Free Bonus Content

When you enroll, you’ll also get:

Build the Fearless Freelancer Mindset

Mini-course — Value: $297

Learn how to develop confidence, overcome imposter syndrome, and build a growth mindset, grit, and resilience.

Make Marketing as Easy as Tying Your Shoes

Mini-course — Value: $197

Learn how to build the marketing habit and make consistent marketing part of running your freelance business.

Stand Out in a Sea of Freelancers

Toolkit — Value: $97

Learn how to create a strong freelance brand that helps you stand out.

This Course is Designed for Freelance Medical Writers and Editors

Finding the Freelance Clients You Deserve isn’t a generic marketing course.  It’s for freelancers who:

  • Value accuracy and professionalism
  • Care about ethics and trust
  • Want clarity instead of marketing tricks
  • Prefer structure over guesswork. 

You won’t have to translate generic business advice into something that works for medical writing.

You’ll learn a practical approach designed for our profession.

Ready to Build a Stronger Freelance Business?

If you’re ready to put in the work, Finding the Freelance Clients You Deserve can give you the structure, skills, feedback, and support you need to market your business with greater clarity and confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course right for me if I’m new to freelancing?

Yes. You don’t need to have an established freelance business to benefit from the course. You’ll learn how to identify the clients you want to work with, communicate the value you offer, and start building a focused approach to finding and attracting the right clients. 

What if I already have freelance clients?

The course can also help experienced freelancers who want better or more consistent clients. You’ll take a closer look at your specialty, ideal clients, and value, then strengthen the way you market your business so you can focus your efforts on the opportunities that are right for you. 

What will I learn in the course?

You’ll learn how to build a practical approach to finding and attracting the right freelance clients. You’ll work on key areas such as defining your specialty and value, identifying prospects, developing client-focused marketing, using LinkedIn and networking effectively, reaching out to prospective clients, and following up.

Most importantly, you’ll apply what you learn to your own freelance business.

How much time will I need to spend on the course?

Plan to set aside time each week to learn the material and complete assignments for your own business. The amount of time varies from about 2-8 hours a week. Most weeks, it will take you about 2-5 hours to watch the videos, read the handouts, and complete the assignment(s). 

Will I get individual help with my marketing?

Yes. The course includes two individual coaching sessions and reviews of key assignments. You’ll get personalized guidance and feedback to help you apply what you’re learning to your own freelance business. 

What happens after I enroll?

You’ll receive the information you need to get started, including the course schedule and content (lessons, handouts, and assignments), and details about accessing the course and participating in the course. 

I still have questions. How do I contact you?

I’m always happy to answer questions. Email me at [email protected].