How Christine Became a Federal Grant Peer Reviewer, Increased her Grant Awards and Business

What does it really take to grow as a grant writer?

In this episode, Holly Rustick sits down with Christine Taylor to discuss her experience inside the Grant Professional Mentorship and the key lessons that have helped her strengthen her grant writing skills and business.

We dive into the importance of embracing feedback as a tool for growth, and how the grant review process can sharpen your proposals and elevate your work. Christine also shares why stepping outside your comfort zone is essential for progress—and how pushing yourself can open new opportunities.

One of the standout moments in Christine’s journey was becoming a federal grant peer reviewer. She explains how this experience deepened her understanding of what funders are truly looking for, including insights into budgets and evaluation criteria.

We also explore the power of community—why having a support system of like-minded grant writers can provide accountability, encouragement, and meaningful connections that help you grow faster.

If you’re looking to improve your skills, gain confidence, and build a stronger grant writing career, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Christine Taylor is a grant writer and consultant who has advanced her skills through the Grant Professional Mentorship program. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, she has leveraged feedback, peer collaboration, and hands-on experience to strengthen her grant writing expertise.

Christine has also served as a federal grant peer reviewer, gaining valuable insight into the grant evaluation process and bringing that knowledge back into her work to create stronger, more competitive proposals.

OTHER RESOURCES:

Weekly Newsletter: “Write Grants. Get Paid” - Get thought leadership on grant and freelance grant writing strategies every week in your inbox.
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Freelance Grant Writer Academy: Replace your Full-Time Income Writing Grants Part-Time from Home.
https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-grant-writer-academy/

Grant Professional Mentorship: Double your Monthly Revenue with an Income Stream Outside of Grant Writing.
https://grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorship

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Holly Rustick
Leading the $1 Billion for Good Movement: By 2030, aspiring and seasoned grant writers inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy & Grant Professional Mentorship will 1) WIN $1 Billion in Grants, and 2) MAKE $30 Million in their Grant Writing Businesses. We are on our way already.