title: Writing for professional publication. Part 1: Motivation.
abstract: Writing for professional publication can be a daunting prospect, but, with a little effort and the right motivation, it can be a rewarding and career-enhancing experience. And the good news is, it's not as difficult as it may sound. In this first part of a series of articles on writing for professional publication, John Fowler, an experienced nursing lecturer and author, discusses perhaps the most important factor in seeing your work published: motivation. Forthcoming issues will explore different aspects of publication and include advice and practical tips.
authors.forename: Dr John
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Fowler
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D009042:Motivation; D024802:Nurse's Role / Q000523:psychology*; D011361:Professional Competence; D011643:Publishing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014956:Writing