Rick Martinez
Bio
I help CEOs & entrepreneurs write & publish books that give them authority & legacy | Bestselling author | Former CEO turned ghostwriter |
California born, Texas raised.
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Ideas Are Worthless: The Savage Art of Writing, Completing, and Dominating Your Craft
The following is an excerpt from a real-life conversation I had with one of my writing coaches. Her: So I hear you've got an idea, Rick. Is that right? Me: I do, indeed. And it's gonna be the next best thing to sliced bread. Her: I've got a news flash for you. Nobody gives a f*ck. N-O-B-O-D-Y. And let me tell you why...
By Rick Martinez12 months ago in Humans
- Top Story - May 2023
5 Harsh Life Truths That Even The Most Optimistic Folks Will Face, And Exactly How To Face Them Head-On (And Thrive)Top Story - May 2023
"Transformation is a process, and as life happens there are tons of ups and downs. It's a journey of discovery - there are moments on mountaintops and moments in deep valleys of despair." - Rick Warren
By Rick Martinezabout a year ago in Humans
Cashing in on Creativity: 5 Innovative Strategies to Monetize Your Nursing Expertise Through Writing
Staff nurses, travel nurses, and even retired nurses are sitting on gobs of knowledge that can become ink-slinging gold. All those years of working with patients in crazy environments and dealing with challenging situations have made nurses into natural problem-solvers. They are experts in the art and science of caring for people, and their deep well of knowledge can easily be harnessed to make money through writing.
By Rick Martinezabout a year ago in Humans
5 Must-Read Books for Aspiring Nurse Ghostwriters
According to recent surveys, 36% of freelancers have ghostwriting experience. And that’s not just for popular topics like business and technology – it’s also for healthcare. Heck, there's a massive need for ghostwriters in dozens of different genres.
By Rick Martinezabout a year ago in Lifehack
Why Top Entrepreneurs Are Hiring Ghostwriters These Days
There are many reasons why an entrepreneur should publish a book or thought leadership pieces. By releasing your writing, you open yourself up to a world of unknown connections and opportunities. Your books and articles can be repurposed into various forms of content for social media; these topics can also be explored further during podcasts, panels, or webinars. Years after publication, people will still enjoy the work that has been produced- truly making it timeless!
By Rick Martinezabout a year ago in Motivation
Ghostwriting Goldmine: Unearthing Top 5 Profitable Niches For New (and Soon-to-be) Ghostwriters
Ghostwriting has been around for several years, and it has become a lucrative business. Gonna be honest; it wasn't until not too long ago that I "discovered" this vertical in writing. I always thought writing was singularly expressed, and the only way to succeed was by writing a book. Never did I ever quite grasp the vastness and beauty that is ghostwriting.
By Rick Martinezabout a year ago in Humans
Why It Is Hard to Set Boundaries as an Empath (and What to Do About It)
The day I realized I was an empath was a revelation. I suddenly understood why I felt so deeply connected to people, why others seemed to be able to "read" me and why it was so hard for me to set boundaries.
By Rick Martinezabout a year ago in Humans