How Do You Create a Successful Career Out of Health Advocacy?
Many people are passionate about health advocacy, but passion alone doesn't necessarily translate into a successful career. In this forum, we'll discuss what you need to consider before becoming a professional, the skills you need to make it work, and other tips to make you successful.
That's how I became drawn to the world of health advocacy (my own personal health struggles over the last 25 years of my life).
I'd like to establish a career of sorts advocating for others, but the problem is that I don't have any kind of certifications under my belt, so to speak. I earned my BS in Psychology before my health issues started to really take a toll, but that was so long ago that nowadays anyone looking to hire would skip me over someone else.It does seem like many people are drawn into advocacy because of either their own health journey or supporting someone close to them. Those lived experiences often give a deeper understanding of the challenges patients face, which can make advocacy work more impactful. It also helps to connect with others going through similar things, since that shared perspective can really strengthen the message.
Hiya! Here are some informative articles that may help answer your question:
“Getting paid for patient advocacy work”
https://socialhealthnetwork.com/resources/getting-paid-for-patient-advocacy-work
“What to charge for patient advocacy”
https://socialhealthnetwork.com/living/what-to-charge-for-patient-advocacy
“Generating income as an advocate”
https://socialhealthnetwork.com/stories/generating-income-advocate
“Advocacy compensation tips”
https://socialhealthnetwork.com/stories/advocacy-compensation-tips
I hope this helps! 💜Hi,
I don't know the numbers, but I certainly did. The other thing that's common is people finding their way to advocacy because of the struggles of one of their loved ones.
-- Natasha Tracy
