Sage Advice from an Experienced LNC

Cheryl Gatti, who has been an experienced LNC for over 30 years, compares the early days of LNC work with the current environment and has valuable recommendations for any LNC to improve their business. She considers the AALNC a useful resource and encourages chapter membership. She recommends a self-assessment for areas that need improvement and education in those areas. Of particular importance is expertise in writing and speaking with clarity. While nurses get no formal training in the basics of running a business, they do learn critical thinking and analysis, as well as how to break down complex medical issues so that laypeople can understand them. This helps them hugely in the expert witness world. Cheryl highly recommends that LNCS try to get their work published in journals and/or books. Not only does this give your name and brand exposure, but you will also have editors who go over your work and, through their suggestions, can help you become a better writer. LNCs may get opportunities for high-volume volume work like mass torts. Cheryl advises that you consider whether you and/or your firm can handle it but not let fear stop you. Learn more about Sage Advice from an Experienced LNC- Cheryl Gatti How was building a business different in the early LNC days? What attitude and skills help nurses in their LNC businesses? What skills are most important to develop? How does getting published help your career? When a new opportunity comes, should you always say yes? Listen to our podcasts or watch them using our app, Expert.edu, available at legalnursebusiness.com/expertedu. https://youtu.be/8asMUCmuD1M Announcing LNC Success™ Virtual Conference 8 October 26,27 & 28 LNC Success™ is a Virtual Conference 3-day event designed for legal nurse consultants just like you! Pat Iyer and Barbara Levin put together THE first Legal Nurse Consulting Virtual Conference in July 2020. They are back with their 8th all-new conference based on what attendees said they’d find most valuable. This new implementation and networking event is designed for LNCs at any stage in their career. Build your expertise, attract higher-paying attorney clients, and take your business to the next level. After the LNC Success™ Virtual Conference, you will leave with clarity, confidence, and an effective step-by-step action plan that you can immediately implement in your business. Your Presenter of Sage Advice from an Experienced LNC- Cheryl Gatti Cheryl has been an LNC for 30 years in independent practice. Her clinical experience includes medical surgical and critical care nursing. Cheryl and her partner founded Lark and Gatti Medical Legal Consultants in 1993. She did expert review work for many years and expanded the practice into expert witness location, personal injury and mass tort litigation. Cheryl is active at the national level of AALNC and is a founding member of the New Jersey Chapter. Currently, Cheryl is retiring but plans to stay active learning and mentoring other LNCs. Connect with Cheryl on LinkedIn