SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!We answer a listener who asks how to know if locums is the right move and whether they’re truly ready for independence. We break down confidence, clinical readiness, and the mindset shift needed to succeed as a 1099 physician.This episode hits home for: ● Medical students ● Residents & fellows ● Attending physicians ● 1099 & locums doctors● Anyone interested in healthcare policy or physician lifestyle If you’re studying, training, practicing, or thinking about locums… this one’s for you. Comment Below: ● Are you considering locums in 2025–2026?FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsLINKS MENTIONED Study about physician satisfaction from pubmed - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12755252/SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Send us a Voice Message - https://www.speakpipe.com/docsoutsidetheboxHave a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860 Instagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: [email protected]: @drniidarkoMerch: https://docs-outside-the-box.creator-spring.comThis episode is sponsored by Set For Life Insurance. What the Darkos use for great disability insurance at a low cost!! Check them out at https://setforlifeinsurance.com/