649 – The Power of the Pen: How Writing Grows Your Legal Nurse Consulting Career – Pat Iyer and Barbara Levin

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In this session, we dive into the skills and strategies that set legal nurse consultants apart in the competitive legal arena. In this episode, “The Power of the Pen 2025,” hosts Barbara Levin and Pat Iyer bring decades of experience to the table, exploring how strong writing skills can transform your nursing career and dramatically increase your visibility with attorneys. Whether you’re just starting out, expanding your consulting practice, or considering the next phase of your professional journey, this episode is packed with actionable advice on optimizing your reports, building credibility, and leveraging the written word for business growth.

Barbara and Pat break down the evolving landscape of legal nurse consulting, revealing the increasing competition from both fellow consultants and emerging AI-based technologies. They outline the essential writing techniques all successful LNCs must master—from clarity and consistency to precision and relevance—and offer practical tips for editing, proofing, and presenting polished, attorney-friendly documents. But it doesn’t stop there: they also discuss how publishing articles, blogs, or book chapters can be your ticket to expert status, public speaking opportunities, and a steady stream of referrals.

What you’ll learn in this episode on The Power of the Pen: How Writing Grows Your Legal Nurse Consulting Career:

Join us to discover the answers to these questions:

1. How can exceptional writing skills set legal nurse consultants apart from both human and AI competitors?
2. What are the most common writing mistakes that can cost LNCs repeat business—and how can you avoid them?
3. In what ways does publishing your work boost your authority and visibility within the legal community?
4. What strategies can help you produce clear, persuasive, and attorney-friendly reports every time?
5. How can contributing to a published book change your professional trajectory as a legal nurse consultant?

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Your Presenters for The Power of the Pen: How Writing Grows Your Legal Nurse Consulting Career

Pat Iyer

Pat Iyer is a seasoned legal nurse consultant and business coach renowned for her expertise in guiding new legal nurse consultants to successfully break into the field. As the host of the Legal Nurse Podcast, Pat addresses critical challenges that legal nurse consultants face, such as difficulty in landing clients and lack of response from attorneys. Through her insightful episodes, she emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating one’s value to potential clients. With a wealth of experience, Pat has empowered countless consultants to overcome these hurdles and thrive in their careers.

Connect with Pat Iyer by email at patiyer@legalnusebusiness.com

Barbara Levin

Barbara Levin BSN RN CMSRN ONCC LNCC is a medical-surgical and orthopedic expert who has written LNC reports for more than 20 years. Her clients praise her thoroughness, attention to detail, and practical insights. Barbara is a past president of the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants and served Massachusetts for 8 years on the Board of Nursing, including 3 years as chair.

Connect with Barbara Levin by email at Barbara@barbarajlevin.com