One day as I watched a fellow dietitian speak in a professional private Facebook group, I thought “Wow! She’s got it all figured out.” This RD was able to allocate six weeks of personal time off from her private practice during the summer to avoid burnout. She used that time to relax, reset, and travel. […]
Dietitians offer incredible value to food companies. In the past, the primary way RDs worked with food companies was through social media and influencer partnerships. But as more companies begin to seek out our expertise, not only are there more opportunities for partnership, but these partnerships often surpass the classic social media posts. In short, […]
When you hear the term “supervision,” what comes to mind? If it’s someone watching you and directing your work, you’re not alone—this is what many people think of! Or maybe you think back to your days in “supervised practice” during your dietetic internship when you were working alongside an RD who signed off on all […]
As of late August, almost 6 million people will have been infected with the coronavirus and more than 175,000 will have died from it. The pandemic has caused unprecedented changes to our daily lives and is impacting how RDs do their jobs in every specialty and work environment and how our patients receive care. Over […]
Starting a nutrition private practice comes with a lot of benefits: being your own boss, creating your own schedule, charging what you’re worth, and working with your ideal clients. That said, it can be incredibly daunting to start a business. Finding the time and money to invest in such an endeavor can be a significant […]
Taking time out of your day to practice gratitude can be life-changing, but have you ever wondered exactly how you can begin a gratitude practice? Her’s how practicing gratitude can help you be more productive and motivated throughout your workday plus simple steps for getting started. What Is a Gratitude Practice? Practicing gratitude is the […]
As a working mom of three, I can tell you firsthand that it’s not easy organizing work and home life. Over the past 20 years as an RD, I’ve experienced many ups and downs trying to manage this delicate balancing act. I’ve had tight work deadlines, sick kids, and, of course, a trip to the […]
Nutrition professionals can be in a constant state of “Go! Go! Go!” Whether your day involves a long commute, a packed schedule of clients, or just the general entrepreneurial hustle, it’s easy to forget about self-care. Self-care often includes eating healthfully and taking breaks to include physical activity, but it also can involve meditation. Meditation […]
Developing recipes for consumer brands is different from creating and developing your own personal recipes. You are representing the brand, the product, and yourself. I’ve been developing recipes for a major brand for the last 10 years and have learned a lot along the way. Here are three things RDs should consider when developing recipes […]
Your two most valuable resources as a business owner are time and money. Both are necessary but also finite. New entrepreneurs often handle as many responsibilities as possible to keep costs low, sacrificing income-producing activities in the process. This year, I made it a priority to delegate more tasks so I can focus on the […]
A new calendar year means a new year for your business—time to reflect on the past 365 days and set new aspirations for 2018. What are your goals for the new year, and how will you accomplish them? Where Do You See Yourself One Year From Now? Close your eyes and look back on the […]
Nutrition entrepreneurs wear many hats. They’re a C-suite in one—business operations, financing, marketing, project management, and administration—and that’s before doing the actual dietitian job. With so many moving parts, having systems in place is crucial. How Much Time Are You Wasting? Working for yourself requires discipline. Awareness of where your time is being spent is […]
