Processing emotions is about learning to understand, make sense of and deal with emotions in healthy productive ways. But what exactly is an emotion, in the first place? An emotion is defined as a conscious mental reaction experienced as a strong feeling accompanied by physiological and behavioral changes in the body.  It’s important to know that the worst thing you will ever experience is an emotion, even in the worst circumstances. And since emotions aren’t deadly, that’s a good thing.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine discusses the importance of recognizing where your emotions come from, how to better manage them, and how they are one of the key components of actualizing the results in your life.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why processing your emotions is important to getting the results you want in your life & career. How your brain works to always seek pleasure and avoid pain, at all costs, and how to override that. A simple way to process your emotions that even a 5th grader can understand and implement.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Our flagship program, The Incubator is opening soon! Be sure to get on the waitlist to be one of the first notified about open enrollment.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook.  

There is still a gender pay gap between men & women and it’s not narrowing fast enough to meet the rising costs of living each year. And even though the dietetics profession is comprised of over 90% women, we are still making less than our male counterparts.  According to a recent article in Forbes magazine, the gender pay gap is narrowing at such a slow rate that it’ll be 2059 before we see equal pay. Whoa!   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares why it’s so important to give yourself permission to earn more in your dietetics career and stop making excuses for all of the reasons why you can not.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The sad statistics related to the gender pay gap in our society. How to shift your mindset around earning more. The first step to take in order to give yourself permission to make more money in your RD career.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Our flagship program, The Incubator is opening soon! Be sure to get on the waitlist to be one of the first notified about open enrollment.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook.  

Here at the Manipura Centre, we believe there should be more money in the hands of women. And because the dietetics profession makes up over 90% women as a whole, our mission is to change the industry income standard for dietitians across the globe.  According to Salary.com, the average salary for registered dietitians in the U.S. is $67,190 as of November 2022. With the cost of living continuously on the rise, the dynamic of how to make more money as a dietitian must shift.    Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares more information on how you can master your money mindset and gives you insight into her upcoming flagship program, The Incubator.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The essential components of the Money Mindset Mastery (aka The Incubator) program. What it means to truly master your money mindset. Reasons why women should be earning more and having more money. Why I think this is one of THE best programs for registered dietitians to take. What results you will achieve when you enroll in the program.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Our flagship program, The Incubator is opening soon! Be sure to get on the waitlist to be one of the first notified about open enrollment.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Christi Dorsey, MS, RD, LD the owner of Taste Symmetry. Christi is a Certified Colon Hydrotherapist as well as a Registered Dietitian and her passion is helping her clients improve their gut health.  In this episode, Christi shares her professional journey that led her to become a colon hydrotherapist as a way to enhance her skills and training as a dietitian.   Our hope is that you’ll be inspired by Christi’s story for what is possible for your RD career. While you may not have dreams of becoming a colon hydrotherapist, your dreams, and desires matter. So listen in with a heart of curiosity for what you can create as a registered dietitian.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How Christi started her career in dietetics.  Why Christi decided to become a Certified Colon Hydrotherapist. Christi’s plans for the future of her nutrition business. And so much MORE!   MORE ABOUT CHRISTI: As a Dietitian & Certified Colon Hydrotherapist, Christi has designed programs that educate communities battling generational illnesses and diseases from start to finish. Over the years, her work has helped those who otherwise may go to sleep hungry and wake up with a saddened spirit.   By day, Christi is a Chief Quality Control Officer for the Department of Human Services in Washington, DC. By design, Christi has a Master's Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University, Dietetic internship from Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, MD, and a Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition.   SOCIAL LINKS WEBSITE   INSTAGRAM   LINKEDIN   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

In the corporate and health care sector, it’s no secret that dietitians are undervalued and underpaid. But there is so much more that we can contribute, and lives that we can change, when we step out of our traditional roles and believe in something more.  But oftentimes, we allow limiting beliefs hold us back.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share 4 common myths that are holding us back from making more money and changing more lives.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of not taking on another person’s beliefs about your ability to make good money as an RD. Why we collectively no longer need to believe we should stay in a clinical role 1-2 years after the internship. The new way to view our clients and potential clients who don’t practice preventative health measures. Why you really shouldn’t attempt to make your services accessible to everyone.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Our flagship program, The Incubator is opening soon! Be sure to get on the waitlist to be one of the first notified about open enrollment.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Being a business owner is not at all easy. There are good days and there are not so good days. And as a business owner, you may feel overwhelmed with managing it all. And that’s okay.  The key to handling the overwhelm of the unexpected is to be a better manager of your time.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share the importance of managing your time like a CEO and being willing to prioritize what’s important, even when random things show up and throw you off schedule.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of taking ownership and personal responsibility for your time.  The permission to prioritize what’s important in your life & your business, especially when random distractions occur. Reminder that you are the CEO of your time & your life.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Our flagship program, The Incubator is opening soon! Be sure to get on the waitlist to be one of the first notified about open enrollment.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

We all want to achieve work life balance, but is it really something that we can actually achieve? I’m sure there are days when you feel like you’ve hit the target of balancing “all of the things,” and then tomorrow comes…  What I’ve learned in my research on this topic is that balance isn’t achievable in life. I know, what a buzz kill.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share share why you should consider other metrics that will help you have the time freedom you desire, because balance is a myth.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The biggest misconception about work-life balance that has many of us chasing a moving target.  Why you shouldn’t compartmentalize your life, but instead see it as a whole unit. The importance of self-integrity and how it can help you create more time freedom than you have right now.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

So many dietitians want to be valued more in their career, and rightfully so. We bring so much to the table in the nutrition & wellness space. IMO, we are the ultimate healers of mind, body, and spirit.  The one problem we have that holds us back from making a bigger impact: we don’t like to sell our services. But if you’re a business owner, you must sell to stay in business.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share why you need to learn how to sell and charge what your services are truly worth. Because if you don’t, you’ll be out of business sooner than you think.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Three reasons why you’re undercharging right now.  The #1 reason why you need to start charging appropriately for your business to be healthy. The importance of all of your personal & professional growth and how that factors into what you charge.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

We’ve been told that time is our biggest asset/resource, but is that really true?  Yes and no. Yes, time is a BIG asset for us because we can’t get it back once it’s gone. But IMO, your brain is your biggest asset of all.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share why it’s important for all of us to get used to investing in ourselves personally and professionally. The more we invest in our own growth, the more capable we become to support our clients beyond the basics.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of investing in your brain by developing more skills & resources that’ll increase the value of what you provide to your clients.  Your personal & professional growth increases your capacity to bring much more to your clients, and therefore allows you to charge more for your services. Why you need to be open to growing and expanding yourself and not get stuck in living in a “fixed mindset”.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc, the owner & founder of The Leveraged Practice. Stephanie is a former Registered Dietitian turned business owner who is passionate about helping other clinicians make more money by creating group programs.  In this episode, Stephanie shares her professional journey that led her to initially being one of the few RD’s in North America teaching FODMAPS to her, ultimately finding her passion helping others in their private practices. If you’d like to create your first group program, Stephanie is the person you’ll want to connect with. For now, take a listen to this episode and get inspired by what could be possible for you in your nutrition business!     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How Stephanie started her career in dietetics.  Why Stephanie ultimately decided to let go of her RD credentials to do the work she’s currently doing. The ONE thing that helped Stephanie keep going in her career, even when times got tough. Why having a group program is the way to go, no matter what stage of business you are in. And so much MORE!   MORE ABOUT STEPHANIE: Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc, is a retired Registered Dietitian, entrepreneur, founder and lead facilitator at The Leveraged Practice. She has been delivering in-person and online education since 2012 to health professionals and health clients and has been a part of national conferences, television shows and online symposiums.    After creating 20+ online programs and launching (to-date) over 100+ times, she has enrolled over 5000+ students through her programs. Stephanie is passionate about helping other health practitioners create an online program for their practice. She combines her unique expertise with the best practices and research in online education to help others leverage their experience, see more clients and make a bigger impact on the health of the world.     SOCIAL LINKS WEBSITE INSTAGRAM LINKEDIN THE LEVERAGED PRACTICE PODCAST     FEATURED ON THE SHOW SIGN UP for Stephanie’s Free Training: How to Leverage Your 1:1 Services Into an Online Program. You’re guaranteed to learn a few takeaways here. Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Who would’ve known that so many of you would have such strong opinions about business owners choosing not to put their prices on their website? But you do!  Did you know that the decision that someone makes about their business is NEUTRAL, until you make it mean anything? And that meaning is 100% yours and has no reflection on the business owner?   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I go on a bit of a rant about price transparency, the judgements, assumptions, and opinions we make about it, and the real reason why I’ve chosen NOT to put the prices for my programs on our company website.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why judging others based on whether or not they put pricing on their website isn’t a good practice.  Why I choose NOT to having pricing on our website for my programs. My opinion for when you SHOULD list the pricing on the website and when you can choose not to. The reason I believe you should have a conversation with a potential client first for your premium programs & services. Why you need to learn how to effectively sell your programs & services, not matter what.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Holly Larson, MS, RD. Holly is a Registered Dietitian turned Nutrition Copywriter and she’s darn good at it.  In this episode, Holly shares 14 tips that you can use right away to improve your own writing in your nutrition business. This is a very important skill to learn.   The words you write, whether it be for your blog, a sales page, or your entire website, can make or break your ability to attract the right audience. So be sure to not only listen to this episode, but get a pen and paper out to take notes because you don’t want to miss out on any of these tips today!     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of getting to know your audience.  How perfection and the unwillingness to have a beginner’s mindset gets in the way of improving your writing skills. Why you should separate the tasks of writing, researching, and editing and not try to do them all at once. The importance of being approachable & relatable in your writing. Why you should hire a proofreader and editor (and yes, there is a difference between the two!) And SO much more!   MORE ABOUT HOLLY: Holly LarsonMS, RD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and is the founder of Holly Larson Writes LLC, a nutrition copywriting company for dietitians in private practice and wellness brands. Holly is a copywriting mentor for dietitians via The RD Blog Club and The Writing Course for nutrition professionals. In her free time, Holly loves to read, garden and hike with her family and Bernedoodle, Teddy.     SOCIAL LINKS WEBSITE INSTAGRAM LINKEDIN     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Get on the waitlist for The RD Blog Club! This is such an amazing program, especially if you want to stay on track with blogging for your website!   Enroll in The Writing Course for Nutrition Professionals HERE. This is the perfect course to take what you’ve learned on the podcast 2-3 steps further.   Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine has a roundtable discussion with 3 of her RD clients about working with clients on weight loss.    This is a HOT topic in the RD community and has been the theme of many heated conversations online. Which is why Christine decided to create a safe space to have a discussion on this topic so that we can all hear different voices, perspectives, and practices related to working with clients who want to lose weight. Even if you’re NOT a fan of supporting clients with weight loss, you’ll want to listen to this episode because there’s something for everyone to learn here.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The different perspectives, approaches, and practices we take when the client’s main goal is weight loss.  The importance of having autonomy in practice. The benefit of making other health markers the primary goal when working with an RD. Stories of how each dietitian treats weight loss in their individual practices.   MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Shelley A. Rael, MS RDN, is a dietitian in private practice and is an author, speaker, and consultant. She helps people have improved health, wellness, and energy without dieting and constantly dispels nutrition myths and misinformation. People can enjoy eating without guilt and have better health. She is the author of The One Pot Weight Loss Plan, a cookbook for anyone who wants to eat healthier and have simple and easy recipes that the whole family can enjoy. And is the host of the Real World Nutrition podcast, in which she discusses how we can all eat in real world settings. Learn more about her work at www.ShelleyRael.com   Connect with Shelley via social media: https://linktr.ee/shelrael   Heather Bessee, MS, RDN, LDN, MIEP has been a Registered Dietitian for 20 years.  Her primary areas of expertise include Chronic Disease Prevention, Heart Health, Weight Management, Mindful Eating, Cooking Workshops, and Corporate Wellness Programming.  Heather’s professional experiences include but are not limited to working in wellness centers, hospitals, YMCAs, insurance companies, and naval bases in the Northeast and Hawaii.  Heather is a Certified Mindful and Instinctive Eating Practitioner and uses key elements of this approach when counseling clients individually and in groups. She enjoys sharing her enthusiasm and humor to motivate and empower clients to create a confident and connected relationship with food so they can best fuel their lifestyles. In addition to being a dedicated Dietitian, Heather is a seasoned Fitness Professional. She holds numerous certifications in various formats of Group Fitness Instruction and Personal Training.  Additionally, she holds two 200-hour Yoga Instructor Certifications. Several trips to Italy and Portugal shaped her curiosity to make Mediterranean-inspired dishes that are flavorful and fun. Her love of whole grains and vegetables along with her knack for using foods that are already in the refrigerator help her do some creative and cost-effective cooking in the kitchen. Heather believes that a fusion of meaningful movement, Mediterranean meals, and a well-managed mindset is the foundation to health and longevity.    Heather’s Business Site and Social Details: www.mediterraneaninspiredmindset.com www.facebook.com/MediMindset www.instagram.com/mediterraneaninspiredmindset/ Heather Fiore, MS Ed, RD, LD, CDCES owns a HAES-informed, weight-neutral private practice in Lawrence, Kansas called Free State Nutrition. She has been a dietitian for 24 years, and her areas of specialty are diabetes, eating disorders, and disordered eating. In addition to her practice, Heather is a consultant with Beautycounter, a clean beauty company, and teaches group fitness classes.   Learn more about Heather by visiting her website at www.freestatenutrition.com   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

If you’re not making the money you want right now in your career as a dietitian, I can guarantee you that it’s not only because you don’t know WHAT to do to increase your income. Part of your hold up is the Inner Glass Ceiling you’ve created for yourself that’s causing a lot of inner & outer resistance. It’s time to identify what’s really holding you back from creating your dream career and taking the steps to overcome it.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share how you can move beyond the Inner Glass Ceiling you’ve created and access more abundance in your life & RD career.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What it means to have an Inner Glass Ceiling.  How to work through the thoughts that are holding you back from achieving your career goals and desires. Why those who have created success are important positive role models in our lives. The unfortunate consequence of not working through the Inner Glass Ceiling in your mind.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

When you go into business for yourself, in the beginning, it can be very isolating. Especially if you’re doing most of your work from home. It’s important that you have a community of like-minded entrepreneurs that you connect with regularly, as well as an inner circle of friends that you can go deep with. These are what we call “Level 3 Conversations.” One of my former mentors coined this term and integrated these conversations in her group program and it was a game-changer for us.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share the importance of community and having deep conversations that go beyond business.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE 3 levels of conversation and what they mean.  The importance of being a part of a like-minded community as an entrepreneur. The effects of not engaging in level 3 conversations that can stagnate your business growth. How to create your own business inner circle of friends.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

After coaching many dietitians over the years, one of the biggest things I hear them talk about is getting a return on their investment when hiring a coach. Of course, it’s a valid thought and concern since most new business owners are self-funding their businesses in the beginning. But I have a slightly different take on the term ROI that I want share with you today.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I talk about ROI in terms of the Reality Of It (ROI) and “it” being your business growth.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What it really takes to start & grow a business.  The biggest mistake many entrepreneurs make when getting started. The biggest ROI I’ve made in my business to date. The strongest belief you need to develop in yourself that’ll carry you through every stage of your business growth.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

I’ve been coaching for 18 years now and I absolutely wouldn’t change it for anything else I’d rather be doing. It’s life-changing to support someone in achieving their dreams and there’s also a lot that I’ve learned as a coach over the past (almost) 2 decades.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share what I’ve learned about life and business through the lens of coaching many clients over the years. I’ve coached women on many issues from food, body, and nutrition to money, mindset, and marketing. It’s all the same.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What it means when we say “Everything changes and nothing stays the same.” The ONE action that took me from being broke and disgusted with my life to creating a life of abundance. The biggest ROI I’ve made in my business to date. Why money isn’t everything (but it for damn sure helps). What I’m most confident I could do if “burned it all down” and rebuilt my business over again.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

I believe your life and your business are very much intertwined. At the core, there’s no separating the two. While you are NOT your business and your career as a dietitian doesn’t define who you are as a person, whether you succeed or fail is very much dependent upon you.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share the how important your decisions are in building the business & the lifestyle that you desire.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What it means to actually DECIDE. It’s so simple, yet many people struggle with this. How your day-to-day decisions shape everything in your life. The “indulgent emotions” that are keeping you away from achieving your goals. Why so many of us stay stuck in indecision and how you can shift your mindset to become fast-action taker.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

When you think of your expertise, you likely think it’s nutrition, right? While that is technically true, I want to also suggest that you think one step further. This is especially important when you’re struggling to define your niche.   It’s important to remember that your education & skills as a dietitian aren’t the only thing that defines your expertise.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share the most important thing that defines your expertise and how you can incorporate it into the work you do as a dietitian.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of your Hero’s Journey. How to stand out in a niche that’s over-populated. What your client’s are really paying you for (hint: it’s not your time!) How to use your journey to attract the right clients to your nutrition business.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

When it comes to starting and growing your nutrition business you have many options. Because of this, it’s easy to grab hold to the option that’ll get you the results in the fastest way possible. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out that way.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I talk about the importance of patience for the long journey ahead when it comes to building a business. Because sometimes, the quickest way to get results can end up feeling like building a house on quicksand!     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Exploring WHY you want your business in the first place (and the reason you’re willing to take the fast-track to make it happen) The potential long-term consequences of growing your business too fast. The #1 plan most RD entrepreneurs need that most do not have.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Dental work can be expensive, even if you have insurance. I know this for sure because I have A LOT of dental work going on at the moment and my dentist has NO problem charging what her services are worth.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I’m sharing with you what my dentist taught me about money. This is more of a confirmation of what I already know about money, but my hope is that this episode will inspire you and give you more confidence, as well!     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The reason I have a $40,000 dental bill. What my dentist said about dental insurance and dental reimbursement. How my dentist keeps her dental practice running and THRIVING. Why you need to charge what your services are worth, no matter if you take insurance or you have a self-pay nutrition business.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

I believe registered dietitians can change the face of healthcare in our country. I also know that’s a TALL order, but it’s definitely possible.   We have the expertise and knowledge to prevent and heal many of the top chronic health conditions plaguing our society. The question is: Why aren’t we?   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I share my thoughts on the important role dietitians play in healthcare and why it’s so important that we step up our game if we truly want to be seen and respected as nutrition experts.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of having the right mindset in your dietitian role. How to create change in your communities or organizations as a dietitian. How to begin working on your mindset and your thinking about your career as a dietitian The importance of creating a balance between your career and overall personal life.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Bali is one of the most fascinating islands in the world. The vibe, the beaches and sea, the FOOD! All of it makes you want to stay forever. But during my 10-day trip, I learned some really important things about life. There’s no way that I was meant to keep it to myself, so I’m sharing what I learned here on the podcast!   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, I’m bringing you the wisdom I learned during my travels abroad in Bali, where I met new people, learned new things about life, and opened my eyes to a different culture that I feel we can all learn from.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of focusing on the right things. Why it’s important to have a heart of gratitude and servitude. How to trust that what you haven't yet received will come your way as long as you believe. How to begin to make a difference in your own life and the lives of others through love and action. Why it’s important to understand that there will always be a yin and yang in life.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

This podcast episode has been a long time coming.  Because there’s been A LOT of talk about dietitians wanting to leave the profession, it’s time to give some airtime to the very important topic of — Career Regrets.   So today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine addresses one of the most recent common struggles of an RD- regretting their career choice.      WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What really is regret. What are the factors that often lead us into regretting our Career. Why every regret is an opportunity to learn.  How can you use the skills, your unique and inherent gifts and talents to create a career that you love. How can your career as a dietician be of service not just to others but also be of service to you. What can you do next to ensure that you are on the path of creating a career in this profession that you love.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Evita Basillo of That Clean Life about the benefits of using meal plans in your nutrition practice. Even if you’re NOT a fan of meal plans, you’ll want to listen to this episode because there’s something for everyone to learn here.     WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The stigma surrounding meal plans within the dietetics world and the true value that meal plans can offer dietitians and their clients.  The types of services private practice dietitians can offer and the benefit of incorporating meal planning within their services. The numbers behind what nutrition professionals worldwide are charging for meal planning. Stories of the most common ways dietitians are using That Clean Life to improve their offerings, provide more value to their clients, attract new clients and earn more money!   MORE ABOUT EVITA & THAT CLEAN LIFE: Evita Basilio is the Registered Dietitian at That Clean Life, a nutrition planning software for high-performance health professionals. That Clean Life empowers professionals with tools to provide nutrition guidance in the most beautiful, simplest way.     SOCIAL LINKS: Website Facebook  Instagram  Twitter LinkedIn   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

It’s that time, again! You’ve got the questions and we’ve got the answers.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine answers some of your most burning MINDSET questions (even if you didn’t think they were related to mindset).   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why there’s no such thing as “time management”.  What it really means when people don’t value the services you offer. How to navigate feeling “too new & inexperienced” to start a nutrition business. How to decide whether to take insurance or have a self-pay practice. How to feel more confident charging higher rates than you’re making as an employee.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Oftentimes, we THINK we need to be ready before we take the next step towards our dream goals. But what does “being ready” really mean, especially when it’s impossible to fully envision the outcome of something in our future.   Our brain will have us believing that we need to plan it all out, with efficiency and exact steps, before we take action. This is far from the truth, friends!   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares why waiting to be ready before taking action is a BIG mistake and what you should do instead.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why waiting to be ready is a huge mistake.  What the false promise of certainty leads you towards. The role of curiosity in achieving your goals. The importance of detaching from a specific outcome.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Fear holds so many of us back from achieving our dreams, but it doesn’t have to be that way because fear is just another emotion that we get to manage when we manage our brains. Dialoguing with fear is the best way to do that.   It’s important that you don’t let fear run the show. Decide now that you’ll do the work to manage your emotions so you can be more intentional about creating the life & career you love.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares the benefits of dialoguing with fear as a way to navigate closer to achieving your goals.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The definition of FEAR.  How fear is created in your body. What it means to create “reasonable reasons” about your fears. The 12 types of fear we all experience. 4 ways you can dialogue with your fear. The “Dialoguing With Your Fear” visualization process.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

As you start and grow your nutrition business, it’s a given that you’ll see what others are doing and question if you’re good enough, doing enough, or even if being a business owner is the right path for you. This is a normal part of the journey, so instead of judging yourself against others, we suggest that you stay focused on your unique gifts & talents that you want to contribute to the world. In other words, remember who you are.   Here at the Manipura Centre, we call it “Coming Back Home to Yourself.”   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares the importance of staying true to who you are as you start & grow your nutrition business.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The consequences of getting caught up in today’s “rat race.”  How to utilize your Inner Wisdom to guide you on your career journey. The importance of “Coming Home to Yourself” in your personal & professional life. Practical steps towards creating the unique nutrition business & career that is meant to serve.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

It’s so easy to get caught up in the “6-figure society.” It seems as if everyone who wants to be an entrepreneur is working towards earning the BIG 6. But have you ever considered that it’s not about the money?   Before you come up with your own thoughts & beliefs about money, it’s important to take a listen to this week’s episode.   Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine drops some gems on why putting your focus on money isn’t the wisest choice, and what you should focus on instead.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why your work as an RD is more important than you may believe.  The philosophy we hold for the work dietitians do across the globe. How one client tripled her income revenues without focusing on the money alone. The ONE thing you need to focus on to create the success you want in your RD career.       FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Mindset is everything and everything’s a mindset. When you accept this truth, you’ll always know the root cause of why you’re not getting the results you want in your career & your life.   But for now, we know you’ve got questions. And it just so happens that Christine has the answers!   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine does a little Q&A with you by choosing the top 5 mindset questions she gets on a regular, and gives you answers to them.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How to know what you’re “able” to charge for your RD services.  How to know if the effort you put in building a nutrition business will be worth it in the end. What you need to do to communicate your worth as an RD. How to stop second-guessing yourself and realize your worth as an RD. Two simple things to do to create work/life balance.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Comparing ourselves to others is something that everybody does. It’s human nature because it’s normal for our brains to judge ourselves and others. Unfortunately, when out of control, it’s also detrimental to our mental health. It holds us back and it makes us feel less than and it makes us feel not good enough or not worthy and it's just not helpful.   As with all things related to your mindset, you have the power to manage your mind in ways that make you feel good about yourself & others.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares the effects of comparing yourself to others and how you can turn comparison into something positive that serves you.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The main reason most of us compare ourselves to those who are more successful than we are.  What comparison stems from in our lives. The importance of recognizing your unique gifts & talents. How to use comparison in a positive way. An exercise to help you reframe your negative thoughts and increase your self-confidence.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

As a new business owner, or one who’s taking it to the next level, it’s normal to feel self-doubt, procrastination, and overthink everything. It’s normal because that’s how an unmanaged mind works. And as a human, you’ll experience self-sabotage when you’re working towards achieving something new.   The good news is that you have the power to manage your mind to get the results you desire in your life & your career.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares tips on what to do when you notice self-sabotaging behaviors so you can create what you want in life!   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What self-sabotaging behaviors are and how to become more aware of them in your day-to-day life.  The importance of managing your fear of success. The easiest way to conquer your fears when they arise.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

The #1 thing RD entrepreneurs struggle with the most is managing their time. It doesn’t matter if you’re working full-time and juggling a part-time nutrition business, or if you’re in business full-time. Making time for everything you want (and need) to do can be a struggle.   But it really doesn’t have to be that way, especially since you’re the one in control of your time.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares tips on how to make time for everything. Yes, everything. If you find yourself often saying “I don’t have time for…” you’ll want to tune into this episode!   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How to train your brain to be more conscious and mindful.  The importance of cutting out distractions & setting boundaries for yourself. The benefit of using certain apps to “work smarter” & save time in your business & personal life. An exercise that you can do this week to assess how you're spending your time so you can make changes right away.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Sarah Walton of SarahWalton.com about the root cause of why you’re not selling your programs & services. If you love how Christine blends her mindset work with a little woo, you’re going to love Sarah’s unique approach to sales, too!   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why most women are afraid to sell.  The secret about sales that no one is telling you. 3 ways to make a sale TO-DAY. And, SO much more! This episode is full of so much wisdom & unique insights and you’re going to come away with actionable steps you can use right away!   MORE ABOUT SARAH: Sarah Walton is a business mentor who’s been featured on The Today Show, speaks at women’s conferences all over the world, and has helped hundreds of women start and grow businesses they LOVE. She honed her business-building skills working with startups and large corporations where she managed a P & L worth hundreds of millions of dollars. She’s the host of the Game On Girlfriend Podcast, and she's known for her weekly "Coffee With Coach" streaming video conversations on Monday mornings. Sarah speaks across the nation and has become the go-to source of inspiration, no-nonsense teaching, and practical integration for women in business, ultimately putting more money in the hands of more women.   SOCIAL LINKS: Website Facebook  Instagram  Twitter   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Sarah’s FREE Resource:  Freedom Calculator   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

When it comes to success, what comes to mind for you? Do you think it’s way too hard, that it’ll take up too much of your time, or that it’s not even something that’s necessary?   While everyone has their own unique definition of success, for those who are working towards it, the path can oftentimes feel very hard…like you’re climbing uphill without any safety gear. But could it just be that you’re trying too hard?   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine shares why trying too hard to achieve your goals can sometimes set you back. There’s a better way to achieve your personal and professional goals that’s more sustainable in the long run.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why trying too hard can backfire.  How letting go of control can lighten the load. The importance of “acting the part” as the CEO of your nutrition business. How trusting the process and releasing attachment to specific outcomes can work in your favor.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

When great minds come together, there’s likely to be FIRE in the midst. On fire conversations, that is!   We are always so excited to partner with our colleagues for inspiring interviews, but this one takes it up a few notches because on this podcast collaboration Christine partnered with Jennifer McGurk of Pursuing Private Practice on a panel with several business coaches that work with dietitians and healthcare professionals.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, you’ll hear Christine & her biz coach colleagues talk about how they all got started, the mindset shifts they’ve had, how they continue to learn and grow, and how they see this space evolving. Listen in as they share the secrets of building a successful business.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The unique stories of how each coach grew their businesses to where they are today.  The biggest mindset shifts each of them had to make as an entrepreneur. How they continue to learn & grow as business coaches. Their thoughts on business coaching and how they see the role evolving in the future. And so much MORE!     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Here at the Manipura Centre, we believe that all goals are achieved in the same way. With your brain. It doesn’t matter if you’re striving for physical, mental, or financial wellness - your brain is pretty much running the show.   And if you don’t learn how to manage your brain, it can keep you from achieving your highest potential, which is what you’re meant to do while you’re here on this planet.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine explains why some of us don’t create change in our lives until we hit “rock bottom.” We often see this in our clients, but it’s not only related to making changes in our health. Listen in to why this happens to all of us who have a human brain.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The 3 functions of the brain involved in your day-to-day life.  What it means to “hit rock bottom”. The definition of Ego vs Higher Self. Christine’s “Rock Bottom” story and how she overcame it.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.     Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Sometimes when we see people behaving out of character, our first instinct is to judge what’s happening on the surface. Did you watch the 2022 Oscars last weekend? What were your thoughts about how Will Smith reacted towards Chris Rock? It was totally out of character for how he conducts himself publicly, that’s for sure.   But it’s not an unusual reaction, especially when a person is having a trauma response.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine provides a neuroscience perspective on Will’s actions, because most of us will judge the event based on what we see happening on the surface. She also talks about how you can start cultivating higher quality thoughts, so you’re not just reacting to triggers, but taking action towards what you desire in your life and career as a dietitian.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why the Oscar “slap down” had little to do with defending Jada Pinkett-Smith.  The sequence of brain events that happened for Will as a result of the inappropriate joke. The importance of being more trauma-sensitive by not casting jokes on other people’s insecurities. Two ways to think higher-quality thoughts of your own, so you can experience more positive results in life & work.     FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Today on the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Lizzy Colombo of White Pointe Creative. Lizzy has a very unique process of helping nutrition & wellness entrepreneurs brand themselves online using what she calls her Brand Visioning Process.   Authenticity is also one of Lizzy’s top core values and she helps her clients show up in their brand in their own unique way.    WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How Lizzy’s start as a photographer led her to become a branding & web designer.  How doing less can be doing more. Lizzy’s “Brand Visioning Process”. The art of showing up authentically in your marketing. How & why Lizzy started working with RD entrepreneurs, specifically.   MORE ABOUT LIZZY: Lizzy is the owner and lead designer of White Point Creative, a boutique creative agency that specializes in brag-worthy brand identities and custom Showit websites for lifestyle brands and wellness entrepreneurs. When she isn't discovering new fonts or working with her clients and team, you can find her on the beach with her husband and English Springer Spaniel, Folly.   SOCIAL LINKS: Website Instagram  Facebook   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Related Episodes:  EP.18- Authenticity   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

As experts in nutrition science, we’re trained to be thinkers and doers. And that’s perfect when you’re in school, completing the internship, and/or landing your 1st job as an RD.    However, becoming an RD entrepreneur comes with a whole new subset of characteristics. Entrepreneurship is like getting a triple advanced degree in personal development, business development, and professional development. The journey isn’t for the faint-hearted, that’s for sure.   But as doers & thinkers, we tend to enter entrepreneurship thinking all we need is to learn the HOW. But that’s far from the truth of what it takes to succeed.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about the importance of doing the inner work on yourself as a business owner, so that you show up in your business (and your life) as the best version of yourself.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why you need the balance of feminine & masculine energies to build a business. The importance of creating a strong self-concept to succeed as a business owner.  Why you shouldn't rely on your job to create happiness & fulfillment in your RD career. How to think when things don't go as planned in your business.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Related: EP.07-Business Owner vs Entrepreneur   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

According to Psychology Today, the term validation is the recognition and acceptance of another person's thoughts, feelings, sensations, and behaviors as understandable.     While there’s nothing inherently wrong with the need for validation, or validating someone else’s thoughts & feelings, it can become a problem when the reason behind your own need for validation is keeping you stuck or struggling in an area of potential growth.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about how to feel more confident in your business and to make decisions without the need for validation.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The 4 reasons why women seek outside validation of their thoughts & feelings.  The main reason why men do not operate in this way. Why constant validation keeps you stuck and how it affects your bottom line results. How to make decisions with confidence.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Related: Creating Confidence: Episode #41   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

What’s your normal course of action when things get super-busy in life and in business? Do you keep on pushing or do you take time to slow down and rest?    In the day and age of trying to keep up with the Joneses, most of us find ourselves in the “keep on pushing” camp. Unfortunately, this is a recipe for significant mental and physical consequences. Something that as health professionals we shouldn’t find ourselves falling victim to. Especially since it’s 100% preventable.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about how to better manage your time & energy so you can reduce or even eliminate business owner burnout.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The 4 steps to better manage your time & energy to avoid burnout.  The importance of celebrating your accomplishments on a regular basis, no matter how big or small. How to adjust your schedule and avoid burnout, even if you’re still working a full-time job. Why you need to schedule time off as a recurring event on your calendar, instead of waiting until you feel like you need a vacay.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Related: Dietitian Burnout: Episode #32   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

There’s A LOT of noise out there in the online world. What you should do. What you shouldn’t be doing. It can be overwhelming and totally distract you from your own wisdom and inner knowing.    Oftentimes, we take the advice of others because we don’t trust our own. But as a health professional and small business owner, it’s so important that you learn to use your own wisdom and discernment to make decisions about what you want and how you want to service others.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about the importance of becoming your own guru as a way to create a uniquely authentic business that will easily attract the clients you’re meant to serve.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What it means to be a “Guru”.  The importance of trusting your own inner wisdom and the steps to doing so. How to create a balance between learning from others that have gone before and creating your own path. 5 steps you can take to become your own Guru to create a business that’ll stand out from the crowd.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Receiving money is about a lot more than a monetary reward. It really is about gratitude, joy, abundance.    A common misconception is that abundance is just visualization – people try to just think about what they want and when it doesn’t work, they give up. Manifestation is about so much more.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine and her son Randle discuss why it’s important to be open to receiving money from all sources and how you can more strategically manifest more abundance in your life.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The importance of being open to receiving abundance in your life. The one emotion that’ll open the energetic portal of abundance. 3 books that started Randle’s journey towards abundance. 6 tips to bring more abundance into your life & business that you can start right now.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year. Make More Money as a Dietitian Episode 63: Diana Sugiuchi - 7-figure Dietitian Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

If you’re thinking about starting your nutrition business this year, you may be wondering if you’ve got what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Because it’s definitely not for everyone (and that’s a good thing).   Entrepreneurship, by definition, is the activity of setting up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit. In other words, you set out on a venture to sell a product or service for which customers are willing to pay for that exceeds your investments and operating costs.   That in itself can be daunting to some. And while there’s no single personality profile that can describe every successful entrepreneur; there are certain characteristics that are important when it comes to starting and leading in your nutrition business.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about what characteristics and skills you’ll want to have and develop to succeed as an RD entrepreneur.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why you should assess whether or not entrepreneurship is for you BEFORE diving in. The 10 characteristics shared by most successful entrepreneurs. The fact that there’s no right or wrong way to be an entrepreneur.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Ready to use your entrepreneurial characteristics to start & grow your nutrition business? Work with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Starting or up-leveling your nutrition business can be daunting because you don’t know what you don’t know. Most of us are trained to be experts in nutrition, not business ownership.   So when you decide to open or scale your nutrition practice, it’s normal to not know what the eff to do or where to start. From LLC’s to the 123’s of marketing, it can be all-consuming, to say the least. That’s why it’s a good idea to hire a coach who’s gone before you in business ownership to help shorten the learning curve.   On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about what you need to look for when hiring a business coach so you make the best decision for yourself and get the best results in that coaching relationship.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE 10 important strategies for hiring your business mentor/coach. The importance of doing your homework ahead of time before ever having a conversation with a potential business mentor. How to ensure you get the best results when working with a coach, even if it’s not panning out the way you expected.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Consider working with Christine as your business coach. Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you start & grow your business this year.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook  

Contrary to popular belief, most successful business owners start out in their businesses while still working their full-time job. If this is you, you’re in the right place, my friend. Before you high-five yourself, listen up. Balancing a full-time job and a business isn’t easy. You need to cultivate a certain level of risk tolerance or else you’ll likely throw in the towel before you gain momentum and strides. Especially if you’re also a wife, a mom, and a host of other responsibilities. On this week’s episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine talks about how you can successfully grow your nutrition business while you’re still working your full-time job, without risking mental, emotional, or physical burnout.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Common mistakes you can make when quitting your job too soon. 8 important strategies you can implement to grow your business while you’re still working full-time. How to tell when it’s really time to quit your job and go full-time in your business. How to prepare your MINDSET for becoming a small business owner.   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Grow your business while working full-time with Christine as your business mentor. Don’t go it alone when you don’t have to! Learn more about private coaching and schedule a Consult Call w/ Christine so she can discuss the details of how she can help you grow your business AND transition from employee to entrepreneur with ease.   Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook