Free 5-Day Writing Challenge for Health & Medical Writers
Learn how to build credibility on LinkedIn while applying the core principles of empathetic, SEO-friendly health writing (with my help).
“A lovely 5 days of learning new skills and networking with other people.”
“Thanks for creating such a valuable experience.”
The Bioty Writing Challenge happens 3 to 4 times a year and is designed for freelance health writers, medical writers, healthcare marketers, and healthcare professionals who want to become more visible online without sounding “salesy.”
Over 5 days, you’ll create one short, credible, SEO-friendly LinkedIn post with my guidance and feedback.
Here are the next dates for the live editions:
15-19 June 2026
10-14 August 2026
12–16 October 2026
Why I Created This Writing Challenge
When I started freelancing in 2022, I realized that consistently publishing content on LinkedIn was one of the most powerful ways to attract inbound leads as an introvert.
Today, I have more than 15,000 LinkedIn followers, regular inbound enquiries, and content that gets discovered through both Google and AI-powered search experiences.
A big part of this came from combining:
SEO thinking
healthcare marketing experience
and trust-building content
That’s exactly what I want to help you start practicing during this challenge.
Who Is This Writing Challenge For?
This challenge is beginner-friendly (you do not need advanced SEO knowledge to join) and is for:
freelance medical writers
health writers
healthcare marketers
healthcare professionals
medical communications professionals
writers transitioning into health niches
I try to have a mix of experienced and less experienced writers so that you all benefit the most from the group interactions.
SEO & Health Writing Experience Levels of Participants
(Source: Survey from the Bioty 5-day writing challenge 2025 editions)
What You’ll Do During the 5-Day Writing Challenge
Each day, you’ll receive one task by email.
Day 1: Choose your keyword and topic
Learn how to pick a health topic based on real search intent.
Day 2: Draft your mini blog
Craft an opening that hooks readers and builds trust.
Day 3: Add a credible source
Learn how to strengthen EEAT using studies, expert quotes, and references.
Day 4: Write a simple CTA
Add a natural call-to-action that encourages engagement or enquiries.
Day 5: Publish your post on LinkedIn
Share your final post using #bioty for visibility and feedback.
The goal is to help you create one polished mini writing sample you can proudly share online, while many writers went on to publish a full health blog as part of their portfolio.
Example of daily task (Bioty writing challenge - Day 1)
What Previous Challengers Achieved
Previous participants have:
gained freelance leads
increased LinkedIn visibility
published portfolio pieces
grown their confidence online
ranked blog posts on Google
expanded their professional network
Bioty writing challenge feedback as of October 2025: 4.83 out of 5 average rating (based on n=35 responses)
“If you’re still in doubt, register anyway.”
— Juan Manuel Anselmi Relats, PhD, Clinical Research Associate
Juan Manuel: from oncology research to SEO & science communication
Juan Manuel is a biochemist and PhD in Health Sciences. He has a strong background in oncology research and clinical research. As a non-native English writer transitioning further into scientific communication and clinical research, he joined the challenge to strengthen his writing skills, better understand SEO, and gain confidence in publishing his work.
In this short video testimonial, he shares how the challenge helped him improve confidence in his writing and learn skills he now applies directly in his clinical research role, where clear communication is essential:
More testimonials
Here’s what past challengers achieved:
Feechi Nwanna landed a new client lead and ended up writing for a health magazine.
Ana Aleksic, MSc (Pharm), boosted her LinkedIn visibility, grew her network, and connected with more people in her niche. Ana loved the challenge so much that she decided to give back and contribute as a co-editor after joining the challenge in June 2025.
Kabirat Hussain wrote a blog during the challenge that ranked on Google within just 4 weeks.
Lucia Gonzalez Forte, PhD, used the challenge to confirm her passion for health writing and take the first step toward offering health writing services.
Kathleen Pachas, BSN, RN, a health content writer in the US, published her first mini-blog and said she finally understood how long a blog takes, and now has a repeatable framework she can use with clients.
Ranee Harrison, Ph.D., a medical writer and science educator in the US, said the challenge felt like “a mini-course” and gave her enough confidence to volunteer as a medical reviewer for the next cohorts doing the writing challenge.
Mónica Faut, Ph.D., a health communicator from Argentina, shared that the step-by-step process helped her enjoy each stage of writing without feeling overwhelmed.
What Makes This Writing Challenge Different
The Bioty challenge is a unique combo of:
SEO basics
LinkedIn visibility
health communication - patient education concepts
and practical writing strategy
You also get 2 rounds of edits from each of the editors involved (up to 3, depending on their availability). They’re all freelancers and doing this on a volunteer-basis.
It also allows you to join a community of writers and regular live networking sessions.
All in a format that stays manageable alongside client work and real life.
Join the Next Writing Challenge 2026 Edition
Add your email below to join the waitlist for the next free 5-day writing challenge.
You’ll also receive:
updates about future challenge dates
free SEO writing resources
and practical tips about health writing, LinkedIn visibility, and AI search
See you inside the next challenge!
Val ✍🏼
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bioty 5-Day Writing Challenge
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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Each task is designed to take ~30 minutes a day on average. The goal is to help you create one short, client-ready writing sample by the end of the 5 days. If you're a beginner though, you can probably expect to spend an extra ~2 to 3 hours on research on Day 2 (as shared by previous participants).
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You’ll get all daily instructions by email. If you fall behind, you can catch up anytime during the challenge week. You will also have the following week to publish on LinkedIn.
You'd need to share your post on LinkedIn by the deadline given though, to be taken into consideration for the final prize.
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Yes, the writing challenge is currently free to join. I keep the groups intentionally small so I can provide meaningful support and feedback throughout the week.
If you need more structured support, my SEO Mentoring program helps you apply these skills and start your health blog portfolio with guidance, feedback, and practical exercises.