Rick Martinez
Bio
* Professional Ghostwriter
* USA Today Bestselling Author
* Helping First-Time Authors Craft Non-Fiction Masterpieces
* Helping folks (just like you) realize their dream of writing their book
California born, Texas raised.
Stories (439)
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The Dead Husbands Club
You don't need to be married to appreciate this, but if you are... This isn't really a story about love and loss. It's about the fear of losing the person you love the most and what happens when that fear becomes a reality. It's a story about the power of love and how it can sustain us through anything. But more than that, it's a true story.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Humans
I'm A Recovering Perfectionist, And This Is My Story. Top Story - March 2022.
As much as I like to think I'm a disciplined writer, I have to admit I'm not. Take this article for instance. I think I sat down to write it about fourteen times. Seriously. I kept concocting distractions that seemed to be a priority and every time I came back to my desk all I could whip up was another reason to stand up and mosey away.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Journal
How Working In One of These States Will Save You Money On Taxes
Nowadays, travel RNs are making top dollar for their skills. Crisis work, and travel gigs in general, are the hot topic everyone is chatting about. As a travel RN myself, I know that it's always something we discuss at the dinner table. Even when we're on the road.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Journal
How Writers Train Their Brains for Strength and Success
The first time you see and hear him on stage, you think the beanstalk collapsed, and a giant fell to earth. At least that's what I felt the first time (and second time), I saw Tony Robbins. He was larger than life. Literally and figuratively. But it was the perfect place for me, and this is where I chose to begin my journey to self-discovery.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Lifehack
I Had a Million Dollar Year, And Felt Emptier Than Ever
Have you ever had a million-dollar year? Seriously. I really want to know if you've had a million-dollar year. A year where you literally, not figuratively, get to put 7-figures in your bank. A time when you could log into your account and see a number that was equal to or greater than USD 1,000,000.00.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Humans
6 Methods to Find Writing Inspiration When You're Feeling Blocked
Creativity is an innate skill we all have. It's not just for the gifted few. It's for everyone. In fact, many creative people are not more intelligent than ordinary people; they simply know how to think in ways that foster creativity. The key to unleashing your innate creativity lies in how you approach everyday life and work.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Journal
How Travel Nurses Can Quickly Crush Student Loan Debt
Becoming a travel nurse can help you pay off your student loans. Not only do you receive a higher salary than you would as a staff nurse, but you also receive a housing stipend and per diem. You shop less when you travel due to less space, and working overtime is a great way to make extra money. All of these factors can help you pay off your student loans in no time.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Humans
The Rise of the Freelance Writer
I'm getting tired of the articles about "the great resignation" and how the pandemic drove the work from home revolution. One of the main reasons is that I was a work-from-home homie years before most of us ever heard of Wuhan, China.
By Rick Martinez4 years ago in Journal
