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What Does Scaling Actually Mean As A Dietitian?10 août 202600:02:50

In this episode, Libby breaks down what scaling actually means for dietitians and explains the important difference between growth and scaling. While growth often means taking on more clients and doing more work, scaling is about making the practice work better. 

You'll learn how better systems, workflows, retention, session structures, and services can help you scale without necessarily creating a massive business. Libby also shares a simple way to identify where scaling opportunities exist by paying attention to the areas of your practice that create the most friction.

If the idea of "scaling" your practice feels overwhelming or doesn't sound like something you want, this episode will help you rethink what scaling can look like in a way that actually fits your goals.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

 

  • Why the word "scaling" can create confusion for dietitians 
  • The difference between growth and scaling
  • What scaling can look like in a nutrition practice
  • Why scaling doesn't require building a massive business
  • How better systems can reduce friction and chaos
  • Why repeated tasks and education can reveal opportunities to scale
  • How to identify where your practice needs more structure
  • Why scaling can mean working better—not simply getting bigger

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

 

What Do You Actually Say On Discovery Calls?03 août 202600:05:14

Discovery calls can feel intimidating, especially when you're worried about sounding too salesy, discussing pricing, or saying the wrong thing. Many dietitians enter these conversations with the goal of proving their expertise, only to spend the entire call giving free advice instead of determining whether the client is actually a good fit. 

In this episode, Libby explains how to approach discovery calls with confidence by shifting your mindset from teaching to evaluating. She walks through a simple four-step framework that helps you uncover a prospective client's challenges, determine whether your services are the right solution, and confidently guide the conversation toward the next step.

If discovery calls leave you feeling awkward or uncertain, this episode will help you create a structure that feels natural, professional, and effective.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why discovery calls often feel uncomfortable
  • The biggest mistake dietitians make during consultation calls
  • The true purpose of a discovery call
  • Three essential questions every discovery call should answer
  • A simple four-step framework for leading effective consultations
  • How to avoid giving away free coaching during a sales conversation
  • Why structure leads to greater confidence and better client conversations

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Why Growing A Practice Feels So Confusing27 juil. 202600:03:39

Growing a private practice isn't always a straight path. One day you think you need more clients, the next you believe you need better marketing, stronger systems, or new offers. When every challenge feels urgent, it's easy to lose sight of what actually matters. 

In this episode, Libby explains why business growth often feels confusing and introduces a simple framework for understanding the different stages of building a successful nutrition practice. She discusses the common mistake of trying to solve problems that belong to a later stage of business and why focusing on your current stage leads to faster, more sustainable progress.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your practice, this episode will help you prioritize the right next step instead of trying to do everything at once.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why business growth rarely follows a straight line
  • The four stages of building a successful private practice
  • Why client work is one of the most valuable learning experiences
  • The mistake many dietitians make when creating offers too early
  • When it's time to focus on systems and operations
  • How to identify your current stage of business growth
  • Why solving the right problem matters more than solving every problem

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

How Do You Get Your First Clients When Nobody Knows You Yet?20 juil. 202600:04:31

Starting a private practice can feel exciting until you realize that having your website, credentials, and business set up doesn't automatically bring in clients. If you've ever questioned your niche, your marketing, or even your decision to start a private practice because inquiries aren't coming in, you're not alone.

In this episode, Libby shares a practical framework for attracting your first clients without overcomplicating the process. Rather than focusing on perfect branding or elaborate marketing funnels, she explains why early success comes from building relationships, having conversations, and learning directly from your first clients.

You'll discover how to gain valuable market insights, clarify your messaging, and create momentum that leads to long-term business growth.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why getting your first clients is often the hardest stage of private practice 
  • The biggest mistake new dietitians make when trying to market their business
  • Why your first clients are more valuable than just the revenue they generate
  • How networking and conversations can lead to your first referrals
  • Why solving one clear problem is more effective than trying to offer everything
  • The importance of starting with one simple service
  • How learning, not perfection drives early business growth

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Why Marketing Feels So Hard Right Now13 juil. 202600:04:04

Does marketing your nutrition business feel harder than it should? If you've ever found yourself wondering, "Maybe I'm just bad at marketing," you're not alone. Many dietitians spend hours creating content, updating their websites, and trying new strategies only to feel like nothing is working. 

In this episode, Libby challenges the idea that marketing is always the problem. Instead, she explains how unclear messaging often creates the biggest obstacle to attracting clients. By simplifying your message, listening closely to your clients, and focusing on the platforms that matter most, you can make marketing feel more natural and effective.

If you're overwhelmed by content creation or struggling to connect with your ideal audience, this episode will help you shift your focus from doing more marketing to communicating with greater clarity.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why marketing often feels more difficult than it needs to 
  • The difference between a marketing problem and a messaging problem
  • How offering too many services can make your marketing less effective
  • Why client conversations are your best source of content ideas
  • How to simplify your marketing strategy without sacrificing growth
  • Why focusing on fewer marketing channels can lead to better results
  • A practical exercise to improve your messaging clarity

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Can Group Programs Replace 1:1 Coaching?29 juin 202600:05:31

Many dietitians eventually ask the same question: Should I create a group program, or is one-on-one coaching still necessary? With the appeal of scalability, lower costs, and the ability to serve more people, group programs can seem like the obvious next step. But are they really a replacement for individual coaching?

In this episode, Libby explores the strengths and limitations of both group programs and one-on-one coaching. She explains why these offers aren't competitors, but rather different tools designed to solve different problems. You'll learn when group programs work best, where personalization becomes essential, and how to determine which format is the right fit for your clients.

If you're considering adding a group program, refining your offer suite, or deciding how to scale your business, this episode will help you make more strategic decisions based on client needs—not industry trends.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why group programs and one-on-one coaching solve different problems
  • The biggest misconception about group programs
  • When group coaching is most effective
  • Situations where personalization is necessary
  • How to identify whether a problem is suitable for a group setting
  • The role of community, accountability, and education in group programs
  • How group and individual offers can work together in your business
  • Questions to ask before creating a new offer

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

 

How To Build A Nutrition Career That Actually Feels Sustainable22 juin 202600:03:46

Many dietitians reach a point in their career where they wonder: Can I realistically keep doing this long term? Between increasing client loads, documentation, administrative tasks, and personal responsibilities, simply working harder isn't always the answer.

In this episode, Libby explores what it truly means to build a sustainable nutrition career. She shares why long-term success is about more than passion or income—it's about creating systems that support you through both the busy seasons and the unexpected challenges life inevitably brings.

You'll learn how to identify the weak points in your current workload, where systems can reduce stress and improve efficiency, and why sustainability should be a key factor in every career decision you make.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or questioning whether your current business model is sustainable, this episode will help you build a career that works not just today, but for years to come.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why working harder isn't a long-term growth strategy
  • The hidden risks of building a career around constant hustle
  • How to identify the first thing that would break if your workload doubled
  • The importance of systems, workflows, and boundaries
  • Why sustainable careers are built for difficult seasons, not perfect ones
  • A simple mindset shift that can improve long-term decision-making
  • How to create a career structure that supports both growth and life balance

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

 

 

Most Dietitians Buy Support In The Wrong Order15 juin 202600:04:36

One of the biggest mistakes dietitians make when growing their business is investing in support before identifying the actual problem they're trying to solve. When you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or behind, it's tempting to buy another course, join a membership, or hire a coach. But the most effective support isn't necessarily the most popular, it's the one that addresses your current bottleneck.

In this episode, Libby breaks down the three common types of business challenges dietitians face: information problems, implementation problems, and decision problems. She explains how different forms of support solve different issues and shares a simple framework to help you determine what kind of help you truly need before making your next investment.

If you've ever wondered whether you need a course, a membership, or a coach, this episode will help you make a more strategic decision and avoid spending money on support that doesn't move your business forward.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

 

  • Why buying support without identifying the problem often leads to frustration
  • The difference between information, implementation, and decision problems
  • When a course is the right investment
  • How memberships can help with consistency and execution
  • Why coaching is most valuable for personalized strategy and decision-making
  • The common cycle that keeps business owners buying support that doesn't work
  • A simple framework for choosing the right support at the right time

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

 

Why Your Practice Feels Busy So Fast (And What To Fix First)08 juin 202600:06:13

In this podcast episode explains why new dietitians often feel overwhelmed in private practice even when their caseload isn’t full: the mental load comes from juggling many roles and making constant decisions across documentation, messaging, insurance, marketing, content, leads, tech, and systems. It argues that overwhelm is frequently caused by friction and too much repeated thinking rather than poor time management or too many clients. Libby recommends reducing decision fatigue by creating simple structures like recap and notes templates, onboarding checklists, content frameworks, insurance and sales trackers, and referral spreadsheets. She also suggest batching tasks to reduce transitions, tracking what feels “heavy” for a week to identify needed systems, and addressing documentation with standardized templates before relying on AI. The key mindset shift is that busy doesn’t equal successful; sustainable practices reduce friction by building proactive systems.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why It Feels Overwhelming
  • Busy Is Not Client Load
  • Decision Fatigue and Friction
  • Stop Recreating Everything
  • Batch Tasks to Reduce Switching
  • Simplify Documentation First
  • Busy Does Not Mean Success
  • Three Actions This Week

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Build a Method, Not Just Content with ABBEY SHARP01 juin 202600:21:04

In this podcast episode, Abby Sharp shares how dietitians can build a standout platform by developing a clear point of view and experimenting with formats until a repeatable series or niche emerges, noting her early growth came from responding to extreme “what I eat in a day” trends. She explains how her trademarked Hunger Crushing Combo method grew from her recovery from orthorexia, using an additive approach that pairs “naked carbs” with protein, fiber, and healthy fats to improve satiety and simplify nutrition. Abby discusses using a consistent framework across content, a bestselling book, and brand partnerships as an “approved” stamp. She advises new dietitians to niche down, avoid overly safe, generic messaging, focus on interpretation over information, learn outside echo chambers, evolve viewpoints authentically, and prioritize joy and boundaries (including not reading comments) to sustain a long creator career.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Building a Nutrition Brand
  • YouTube Extremes Era
  • Hunger Crushing Combo Origin
  • Trademarking the Framework
  • Monetizing With Brand Deals
  • Help Dietitians Build Methods
  • Evolve Your Point of View
  • Get Unstuck on Social
  • Avoid Safe Generic Content

BIO: 

ABBEY SHARP is a leading digital nutrition authority, registered dietitian, and on-camera host whose work blends science-backed wellness with accessible, modern food education. She is the creator of Abbey’s Kitchen, bestselling author, host of Healthline’s Eat Up series, and a trusted voice in an increasingly crowded wellness space. With over 1M followers on TikTok, 725K YouTube subscribers, and 205M+ lifetime views, Abbey has built one of the most influential platforms in nutrition. Her content combines credibility and cultural relevance, positioning her as both a respected media expert and a scalable partner for top wellness brands. She also hosts the Bite Back podcast, which surpassed 450,000 downloads in its first year, and continues to expand across television, digital media, and live events. With a primarily U.S. female audience aged 25–45, Abbey is ideally suited for partnerships across nutrition, wellness, lifestyle, and media.
Abbey is the author of two major books, the bestselling The Hunger Crushing Combo Method (2026, Hachette Balance USA) and the award winning Mindful Glow Cookbook (Penguin Random House, 2018).

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Connect with Abbey:

  1. Instagram: @abbeyskitchen
  2. Podcast: Bite Back podcast 

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Content Is a Tool, Not a Personality Test25 mai 202600:04:08

In this episode, Libby shares a powerful mindset shift that can make content creation feel simpler and more sustainable: content is not a personality test—it’s a tool.

You’ll learn how perfectionism quietly shows up in your content process, why it keeps you stuck, and how to create clear, helpful posts that attract the right clients without overthinking every word.

Libby also walks through practical examples of turning common client questions into engaging content and shares three simple ways to reduce perfectionism so you can post more consistently.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why perfectionism is one of the biggest content blockers for dietitians
  • The mindset shift that makes posting easier
  • Why your content doesn’t need to be perfect to be effective
  • How to turn everyday client questions into valuable content
  • Why “basic” content is often the most helpful
  • How consistency helps you improve faster than over-editing
  • 3 practical ways to reduce perfectionism in your posts

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

How Visibility Shapes Client Expectations (and Retention)18 mai 202600:04:57

In this episode, Libby explores one of the most overlooked client experience mistakes dietitians make: creating content that attracts attention but doesn’t accurately reflect how they actually work.

The result? Misaligned expectations, confused clients, and lower retention.

Your content is already teaching potential clients what it’s like to work with you long before they book a call, purchase a program, or schedule a session. The way you show up online shapes how people think about your process, your philosophy, and the results they can expect.

When your visibility aligns with your coaching style, clients arrive informed, prepared, and ready to engage. When it doesn’t, friction follows.

In this episode, Libby breaks down how your public content influences the client experience and shares practical ways to create visibility that attracts aligned clients who are more likely to stay.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why visibility is about more than client attraction
  • How content shapes client expectations before they buy
  • The connection between aligned expectations and client retention
  • What happens when your marketing message doesn’t match your coaching approach
  • Why content should reflect how you actually teach and support clients
  • How educating potential clients in advance creates smoother sessions
  • 3 practical ways to use content to set clear expectations

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Posting Less, Saying More11 mai 202600:06:00

Many dietitians believe their content struggles because they need a better strategy, a stronger hook, or a new algorithm trick.

That’s usually not the real problem.

The biggest issue? Hesitation.

Overthinking, rewriting, second-guessing, and waiting for a post to feel “good enough” often leads to one thing: nothing gets posted at all.

In this episode, Libby breaks down why consistency is still the foundation of effective content—but also explains why simply posting more isn’t enough.

Once you build consistency, the next step is learning how to say more with what you post.

You’ll learn how to create clearer, more valuable content that builds trust, helps your audience, and attracts aligned clients—without needing to chase trends or constantly reinvent your message.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why hesitation—not strategy—is often the real content problem
  • How consistency helps break perfectionism
  • Why posting regularly helps you learn what your audience actually cares about
  • The shift from posting consistently to posting more intentionally
  • Why repeating core ideas is a strength, not a weakness
  • How to turn client questions into effective content
  • Why clarity matters more than format
  • 3 simple action steps to improve your content this week

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Why Social Media Feels Hard for Smart Dietitians04 mai 202600:05:06

If social media feels harder than it “should,” it may not be because you lack ideas or strategy.

It may actually be because you’re applying the same clinical standards that make you an excellent dietitian to a platform that operates very differently.

In this episode, Libby explains why thoughtful, highly trained dietitians often struggle more with content creation and why that challenge has less to do with intelligence and more to do with how social media works.

Dietitians are trained to prioritize nuance, precision, and individualized recommendations.

Social media rewards something else entirely: clarity, repetition, and consistency.

That mismatch often creates hesitation, overthinking, and content paralysis.

Libby breaks down the four biggest reasons social media feels difficult for smart dietitians and shares practical ways to make content creation easier without sacrificing your professionalism or authenticity.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why social media often feels hardest for thoughtful, detail-oriented dietitians
  • The difference between clinical communication and social media communication
  • Why trying to include too much nuance can weaken your content
  • How hesitation delays clarity
  • Why consistency matters more than comfort
  • The truth about originality in content creation
  • How repetition builds trust and demand
  • Practical action steps to make content creation feel simpler

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

What “Good Enough” Systems Actually Look Like Early On27 avr. 202600:04:30

This episode explains that a common early private-practice mistake for dietitians is focusing on building perfect systems, which can delay growth; instead, early practices need simple, repeatable “good enough” systems. Good enough systems prioritize consistency over optimization, reduce unnecessary decision-making, support client continuation and follow-up, and protect the practitioner’s energy by minimizing variation and relying on structure rather than effort. Action steps include keeping one workflow element the same for the next 10 clients, creating one default rule (such as a standard follow-up timeline), clearly recommending a next step before ending each session, and simplifying a frequently repeated task like intake.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Stop Chasing Perfect Systems
  •  Consistency Over Optimization
  •  Cut Decision Fatigue
  •  Build Client Continuity
  •  Protect Your Energy
  •  Simple Repeatable Reliability

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Capacity vs Sustainability (Before You Need to Scale)20 avr. 202600:06:49

Libby explains that dietitians often make their biggest mistake when their practice starts working by increasing capacity before building sustainability. She distinguishes capacity (what you can handle at your maximum) from sustainability (what you can handle repeatedly without strain), and suggests a simple test: could you maintain your current pace comfortably for the next three months. If not, Libby says it’s a signal to add structure before expanding. She recommends making workflows repeatable (like using a consistent first-session flow), reducing decision fatigue with defaults (follow-ups, session structure, posting rhythm), and focusing on making the current load easier to maintain rather than adding more availability.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Hidden Growth Mistake
  •  Capacity vs Sustainability
  •  The Three Month Test
  •  Structure Before Expansion
  •  Make Workflow Repeatable
  •  Stop Chasing More Hours
  •  Sustainability Creates Capacity
  •  Defaults Reduce Mental Load
  •  Build a Durable Practice

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Why Your Practice Feels Busy So Fast13 avr. 202600:05:43

This episode explains why new dietitian practices can feel busy quickly even with only a few clients: you make too many decisions, you think about clients outside sessions, new progress creates more questions, and you don’t have enough structure yet. It recommends simple fixes: turn repeated choices into defaults (like a standard follow-up timing), set small boundaries (like replying to messages only once or twice a day), focus on one main goal (consistent client growth and retention), and standardize one small part of your practice each week (like a session format or posting schedule).

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why It Feels Busy
  • Decision Overload
  • Set Default Decisions
  • Emotional Energy Creep
  • Boundaries That Contain
  •  Uncertainty From Progress
  • Focus On One Goal
  • Structure Over Effort
  • Standardize One Thing

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

How I Use AI to Improve My Sessions, Documentation, and Client Continuity06 avr. 202600:07:18

Most dietitians believe clients stop coming because they got busy, lost motivation, or “weren’t ready.”

But after reviewing hundreds of real session transcripts including my own, I’ve seen something different:

Clients don’t leave because you lack knowledge.
They leave when they don’t feel consistently led.

In this episode, I break down the quiet leadership skills that improve retention and how I use AI as a refinement tool to strengthen session structure, documentation clarity, and client continuity.

Retention isn’t about being pushy.
It’s about creating emotional safety through structure and clarity.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

 

  • Retention is a leadership skill, not luck.

  • Warmth without direction leads to drift.

  • Structure strengthens connection.

  • Reflection builds trust.

  • Clear rebooking builds safety.

  • Honest timelines reduce dropout.

  • Reviewing sessions (with AI support) sharpens leadership.

  • Steadiness matters more than perfection .

 

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

What Actually Makes a Nutrition Practice “Sustainable”? (Revenue, Energy, Systems)30 mars 202600:06:41

Many dietitians assume sustainability comes later after more clients, more income, or once things feel “established.” But sustainability is decided much earlier. If you’re already making money but feeling stretched, or you’re not making money yet and want to build it right the first time, this episode breaks down what truly makes a practice livable long-term.

Sustainability isn’t about surviving year one. It’s about whether your practice still works when life gets harder not easier.

In this episode, we focus on the 3 pillars of sustainability: revenue, energy, and systems—and how to reduce fragility before it turns into burnout.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Sustainability is designed early, not earned later.

  • Predictable revenue comes from confident follow-up pathways.

  • Protecting energy requires boundaries and structure, not fewer clients.

  • Systems keep your practice steady when capacity drops or life gets messy.

  • You don’t need to overhaul everything you need to reduce fragility.

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

The Skills You Need to Retain More Clients in Your Private Practice23 mars 202600:07:10

Most dietitians believe clients leave because they’re busy, unmotivated, or “not ready.” But retention isn’t about client readiness — it’s about leadership.

Clients don’t leave because you lack knowledge.
They leave when they don’t feel clearly guided.

Retention is a business skill. It’s quiet, clinical confidence — not pressure or persuasion.

In this episode, we break down the core skills that turn a good session into an ongoing therapeutic relationship.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why warmth without direction leads to client drift

  • How structure creates emotional safety

  • The simple shift from over-questioning to reflecting

  • Why naming patterns builds clarity and reduces shame

  • How to anchor recommendations to real client goals

  • The power of confident rebooking language

  • Why clear follow-up plans increase trust

  • How steadiness - not perfection - improves retention

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

Insurance, Hybrid, or Private Pay? Which Model Actually Builds a Stable Dietitian Business16 mars 202600:15:05

One of the most common questions dietitians ask is:
“What’s the best business model — insurance, hybrid, or private pay?”

The real answer? There isn’t one perfect model.
But there is a model that aligns with your current life season, energy capacity, and long-term goals.

In this episode, we break down how each model actually functions in real life not just how it looks on Instagram and how to choose the structure that builds stability without burning you out.

This is about sustainability, not trends.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Your business model is not a trend decision — it’s a nervous system decision.

  • Stability reduces burnout.

  • Freedom requires structure.

  • Insurance builds foundation.

  • Private pay builds autonomy.

  • Hybrid builds protection and longevity.

  • Strengthen the skills your current model requires before changing it.

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

The 5 Communication Mistakes Quietly Hurting Your Client Sessions09 mars 202600:08:51

Have you ever finished a client session feeling more drained than expected even though nothing “went wrong”? You asked thoughtful questions, gave solid recommendations, and stayed professional… yet something felt off. In this episode, we unpack five subtle communication mistakes that often show up in follow-up sessions especially in telehealth and private practice. These aren’t rookie errors. They’re patterns thoughtful, competent dietitians fall into when juggling pacing, documentation, emotional cues, and decision-making all at once. The good news? You don’t need to fix everything. You just need to identify one mistake that’s costing you the most energy right now.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • These mistakes come from caring — not incompetence.

  • Small communication shifts reduce burnout.

  • Reflections create depth; education can wait.

  • Naming motivation strengthens buy-in.

  • Exploration increases ownership.

  • Clear closings increase follow-through.

  • You don’t need to fix all five — start with one.

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE  

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Why I’m Adding Insurance To My Practice02 mars 202600:04:53

In this episode, Libby shares their journey from a cash-pay only dietetic practice to incorporating insurance. Initially, they avoided insurance to maintain control and simplicity, but market changes and competition from large healthcare companies prompted a reevaluation. They discuss the benefits of accepting insurance, such as lowering barriers for clients, ensuring consistent care, and reducing sales pressure. Importantly, the decision to take insurance was strategic, designed around structured systems and workflows to maintain high standards of care. The speaker encourages dietitians to thoughtfully consider their practice models in the face of market shifts and client expectations, and offers resources from Dietitian Boss to support diverse practice models.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why I Initially Avoided Insurance
  • Market Changes and New Competition
  • The Shift to Accepting Insurance
  • Designing a Practice Around Insurance
  • Choosing the Right Model for Your Practice
  • Long-Term Goals and Expanding Revenue Streams

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!

The Hidden Downsides of Telehealth Jobs No One Talks About 23 févr. 202600:05:41

This episode discusses the potential drawbacks of telehealth jobs for dietitians, emphasizing that feeling boxed in or less confident isn't burnout or a bad career choice. Instead, it often results from the role's design prioritizing efficiency over clinical leadership. The speaker offers three strategies for dietitians to assess their roles: checking for autonomy in decision-making, measuring skill growth, and monitoring confidence levels. The aim is to ensure the role not only provides convenience but also supports professional growth and confidence.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Introduction to Telehealth Jobs
  • The Hidden Challenges of Telehealth Roles
  • The Importance of Role Design in Telehealth
  • Common Experiences of Dietitians in Telehealth
  • Evaluating Your Telehealth Role
  • Three Checks to Assess Your Roles

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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If I Were Starting My Private Practice Over in 2026, Here’s What I’d Do 16 févr. 202600:07:46

This episode outlines how they would start a private practice in 2026 focusing on long-term sustainability, clinical grounding, and reducing burnout. Emphasizes the importance of three key decisions: building financial stability through predictable income, choosing one offer to focus on and perfect, and mastering session structure to boost retention and reduce stress. Also advocate for the use of artificial intelligence to enhance practice efficiency. Additionally, avoiding distractions like branding before stability, rushing offers, and constantly pivoting is recommended. The episode highlights the significance of a calm, confident, and systematic approach to building a private practice.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Starting a Private Practice in 2026: A New Approach
  • The Importance of Early Decisions and Stability
  • Building Financial Stability First
  • Focusing on One Strong Offer
  • Mastering Session Structure
  • Leveraging AI for Efficiency
  • Frameworks for Long-Term Success
  • Common Pitfalls to Avoid
  • Conclusion and Next Steps

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE
      

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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How to Attract Clients Without Social Media Burnout09 févr. 202600:10:01

This episode focuses on helping dietitians create a sustainable and effective client attraction system without burning out on social media. It emphasizes that daily posting and chasing algorithms are unnecessary. Instead, the script outlines a structured framework for 2026, offering three actionable steps to attract clients. It addresses the importance of diversification, visibility, connection, and conversion. The episode also highlights the importance of finding marketing strategies that fit individual bandwidth and life seasons, along with practical ways to improve client conversion beyond social media.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Introduction to Social Media for Dieticians
  • The Importance of Diversifying Client Attraction
  • Understanding Social Media Burnout
  • Effective Client Conversion Strategies
  • Building a Simple Client Attraction System
  • Action Steps for Sustainable Growth
  • Personalized Strategies and Final Thoughts

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE
      

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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How to Rebook Clients Without Feeling Awkward or Salesy02 févr. 202600:08:28

In this episode, we address the common issue of clients not returning for follow-up sessions despite a positive initial consultation. The key reason for this is the hesitation to proactively schedule the next appointment. This episode reframes rebooking as an exercise in clinical leadership rather than a sales tactic. We provide a three-step actionable framework to improve rebooking rates: decide the follow-ups before the session ends, make a recommendation rather than a question, and clarify the purpose of the follow-up. This approach is crucial because follow-up is a strong predictor of behavior change and ensures continuity of care. By leading with confidence and clarity, dietitians can enhance their practice, reduce unfinished care, and ultimately prevent burnout.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Rebooking Dilemma
  • The Importance of Follow-Up
  • Reframing Rebooking as Clinical Leadership
  • Three Actionable Steps for Effective Rebooking
  • Practical Examples and Scenarios
  • Enhancing Client Care Through Rebooking

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE
      

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Heather Caplan on Building Lane 9: From Passion Project to Clinician Directory for Athletes26 janv. 202600:24:55

In this episode, Libby Rothschild, Podcast host, CEO, and owner of Dietitian Boss, interviews Heather. Heather Caplan, founder of the Lane 9 Project, shares how she revived a dormant passion project and turned it into a thriving clinician directory serving athletes with sports-related nutrition and mental health needs. In this episode, Heather walks through the research and networking that fueled her relaunch, the business model behind Lane 9, and the lessons she’s learned from running multiple ventures.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Challenges and Growth in Weight-Inclusive Dietetics
  • Startup Mindset and Business Flexibility
  • Building a Community and Directory for Athletes
  • Monetizing the Directory and Business Insights
  • Reflections and Future Plans

BIO: 

Heather Caplan is the cofounder of Lane 9 Project, and a sports dietitian based in Ann Arbor MI. She works with runners to be more flexible with fueling and nutrition, and supports athletes wanting to get their periods back, or keep them regular. Her work has been featured on the TODAY show, and in EatingWell, Runner's World, SELF, and Outside Magazine. She has three kiddos and a dog named Banana. You can find her out on the run, and on the Lane 9 podcast.

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Connect with Heather:

  1. Instagram: @heatherdcrd
  2. Website: https://www.lane9project.org/

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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How I Run a Smooth 40-Minute Intake in My Practice (My Actual Structure)19 janv. 202600:09:53

This episode addresses the common challenges dietitians face in their first client sessions, such as feeling rushed and disorganized. It introduces a 40-minute intake structure that enhances session flow, reduces client anxiety, and reinforces clinical leadership. The structure includes setting expectations, clarifying core problems, focusing on one actionable item, and confidently closing and rebooking sessions. The importance of AI charting in maintaining focus and precision is also highlighted.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Importance of Session Structure
  • Common Pitfalls in Initial Sessions
  • Establishing a Structured Flow
  • Detailed Breakdown of the 40-Minute Intake Structure
  • The Role of AI in Enhancing Session Structure

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Insurance or Self-Pay in 2026? What I Recommend for Private Practice14 janv. 202600:12:42

This episode addresses a common dilemma faced by dietitians: choosing between accepting insurance or opting for a cash pay model. The discussion emphasizes that the core issue isn't the payment model but aligning the business strategy with personal and professional goals. It explores the fears and misconceptions surrounding both models and provides practical advice on operating each efficiently. Importantly, it suggests a hybrid model that combines the benefits of both, offering stability, accessibility, and flexibility. The episode also touches on the necessary skills needed to successfully implement each model, advocating for a strategic approach rather than a reactive one.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Introduction: Insurance vs. Cash Pay Dilemma 
  • Understanding the Confusion
  • Evolving Perspectives on Insurance
  • Choosing the Right Model for You
  • Skills Required for Each Model
  • The Reality of Insurance
  • Cash Pay Model Insights
  • Hybrid Model: The Best of Both Worlds
  • Case Study: Transitioning to a Hybrid Model
  • Conclusion: Building a Sustainable Practice

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Why Your First Session Feels Chaotic — And How to Fix It05 janv. 202600:10:05

In this episode, Libby Rothschild, Podcast host, CEO, and owner of Dietitian Boss, discusses common challenges faced by dietitians during initial client sessions, highlighting that chaotic sessions are often due to lack of structure rather than a knowledge or confidence problem. Libby outlines a four-part session 'spine' to establish a clear, calm, and effective session structure. Key strategies include setting expectations, identifying a single focus, implementing one actionable step, and closing with clarity to encourage rebooking. Libby also touches on the benefits of using AI charting tools for reflection and improvement. 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Struggle of Initial Sessions
  • Understanding the Chaos in Sessions
  • The Four-Part Session Structure
  • Step-by-Step Guide to Structured Sessions
  • Reflecting and Improving with AI

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Top Takeaways from 10+ Breakthrough Dietitian Episodes This Year29 déc. 202500:07:20

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss Podcast, Libby, recaps the most impactful moments and strategies discussed throughout the year. She covers crucial topics such as leading effective first client calls, avoiding overtalk in sessions, and using a weekly checklist for booking clients. Libby also highlights notable guest episodes featuring dietitians like Marcy Evans, Shelly Redmond, and Stacy Dunn, who shared their unique career paths and strategies.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Top Tips for Booking Clients
  • Inspiring Guest Interviews
  • Systems to Attract Clients
  • Embracing Innovation and AI

Ready to elevate your email marketing game? Listen to the full episode and join our monthly membership, The Library, at Dietitianboss.com for exclusive templates, testing guides, and expert support. Keep testing, growing, and showing up for your audience!

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Building a Legacy in Nutrition Communication: A Conversation with Barb Mayfield22 déc. 202500:21:34

In this insightful episode, Libby Rothschild is joined by Barb Mayfield, MS, RDN, FAND—founder and president of Nutrition Communicator, LLC and editor of Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide. Barb shares her incredible journey as a leader in the field of nutrition communication, her passion for empowering dietitians to become confident communicators, and the legacy she’s building through her work and writing. Together, they explore the critical role of communication in dietetics, the development and impact of the Communicating Nutrition textbook, and what the future holds for the profession.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why communication is an often-overlooked yet essential skill in dietetics
  • Communication gap in dietitian education and training
  • Understanding the broad spectrum of “communication” beyond counseling
  • What happens when dietitians aren’t effective communicators 

BIO:

Barb Mayfield is the Founder and President of Nutrition Communicator, LLC, leading nutrition professionals to be confident and compelling communicators. Barb is the editor of Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, published by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, leading a team of 57 experts in nutrition communication, now being updated for a second edition. She considers this book a legacy of her years teaching future nutrition professionals to be effective nutrition communicators while on the faculty of Purdue’s Nutrition Science Department. Prior to teaching, Barb worked as an early interventionist, high-risk counselor, breastfeeding coordinator, local WIC coordinator, long-term-care consultant, nutrition education business owner, and private practice dietitian. Barb received her degrees from Purdue and Cornell. In semi-retirement, she serves on the board of the Delphi Opera House and directs a free art program for youth. She and her husband Joe have 3 grown children and 6 grandchildren.

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What to Say in Follow-Up Sessions (So Clients Keep Coming Back)15 déc. 202500:05:09

In this episode, learn how to effectively retain clients and lead impactful follow-up sessions with a three-step structure from the Dietitian Boss library. Discover why repeating intakes can be a pitfall, how using specific language fosters client buy-in, and the importance of providing a clear reason for clients to return. Gain insights on setting smart goals, practicing realistic client responses, and leveraging frameworks to reduce burnout and enhance client retention.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Importance of Client Retention
  • Step 1: Stop Repeating Intakes
  • Step 2: Use Language That Builds Buy-In
  • Step 3: Give a Reason to Come Back

Ready to elevate your email marketing game? Listen to the full episode and join our monthly membership, The Library, at Dietitianboss.com for exclusive templates, testing guides, and expert support. Keep testing, growing, and showing up for your audience!

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Done-for-You vs DIY: What New Dietitians Get Wrong About Growing Their Practice08 déc. 202500:06:07

In this episode, Libby Rothschild addresses common mistakes new dietitians make by trying to do everything themselves, such as creating websites, writing emails, and generating posts. She emphasizes the value of using templates and done-for-you tools to save time and boost growth. Key points include the importance of starting with templates, the misconception that templates are generic, and the need to begin tasks to build confidence.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The DIY Trap
  • Mistake 1: The Email Time Sink
  • Mistake 2: Misunderstanding Templates
  • Mistake 3: Waiting to Feel Ready

Ready to elevate your email marketing game? Listen to the full episode and join our monthly membership, The Library, at Dietitianboss.com for exclusive templates, testing guides, and expert support. Keep testing, growing, and showing up for your audience!

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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How to Build a Dietitian Business That’s Sellable (and Profitable) with Dan King01 déc. 202500:26:17

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss podcast, Libby Rothchild, founder of Dietitian Boss, welcomes Dan to discuss the intricacies of selling a mental health practice. Dan shares his expertise from Fireside Strategic, emphasizing the importance of leadership, systems, and risk mitigation in building a sellable business. The conversation covers various topics including the significance of team retention over client retention, financial metrics crucial for selling a business, and the human aspects of business transactions. Dan also explores the often overlooked option of selling a practice to another clinician through SBA financing, providing valuable insights for practice owners considering retirement or liquidity options.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding the Importance of Selling Your Business
  • Leadership and Team Retention
  • Financial Metrics and Selling Your Business
  • The Human Aspect of Business Transactions 

Bio: 

Dan is Co-Founder and In-House Counsel at Fireside. He is a tennis and meditation-loving former lawyer turned private equity strategist and burnout crusader. Dan began his career in M&A law at a large firm and then working on the deal team of one of the Sharks on the Shark Tank TV show, doing contract drafting and due diligence. He saw many small companies grow so quickly their people were burned out. He became passionate about the human side of business and left law to train as an executive coach.

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Resources:

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  • Join our membership The Library HERE

🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Meal Plans That Actually Work: A Simple Framework for Dietitians to Save Time + Get Results24 nov. 202500:05:32

In this episode, the focus is on creating practical, followable meal plans that save time and build client trust. The host outlines a three-part framework consisting of template creation, minimal customization, and early feedback collection. Real-life examples and client success stories are shared, emphasizing that perfection in meal planning is impractical. 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Three-Part Framework Overview
  • Step 1: Creating a Simple Weekly Template
  • Step 2: Customizing for Individual Needs
  • Step 3: Gathering Feedback for Success
  • Real-Life Success Stories 
  • Bonus Tip: Using AI for Meal Planning

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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What Should Be in Your First Funnel? A Beginner Dietitian’s Guide to Getting Clients 17 nov. 202500:07:27

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss Podcast, Libby Rothchild, explains how to create your first client funnel. She simplifies the process into three main steps: creating a lead magnet or freebie, developing a short email sequence, and implementing a clear call to action (CTA). She emphasizes the importance of starting small, keeping your content bite-sized and specific, and ensuring all links work properly.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Introduction to Funnels
  • Creating a Freebie or Lead Magnet
  • Setting Up Your Email Sequence
  • Crafting a Clear Call to Action

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Counseling Confidence: What to Say in a First Client Session (Even If You're Nervous)10 nov. 202500:05:44

This episode guides dietitians through their first client session, covering how to handle pre-session anxiety, create a strong opening, frame effective questions, and set manageable goals. It emphasizes the importance of grounding introductions, using open-ended questions, and ending sessions with realistic, collaborative goals. The episode highlights the benefits of structured practice and resources available in the 'library', a membership program offering client rapport-building prompts, motivational interviewing examples, and flexible intake frameworks. It aims to help dietitians build confidence, improve communication skills and achieve better client outcomes.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Overcoming First Session Nerves
  • Starting with a Grounding Introduction
  • Three-Part Opener for Client Sessions
  • Asking Open Anchored Questions
  • Resources for Building Client Rapport
  • Ending Sessions with Collaborative Goals
  • Using a Session Flow Template
  • Practicing with Realistic Simulations

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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LinkedIn Secrets for RDs: Build Your Brand, Network, and Career with Stacey Dunn-Emke, MS RDN 03 nov. 202500:29:37

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss podcast, Libby Rothchild, founder of Dietitian Boss, engages in a conversation with Stacy Dunn, MS, RDN, founder of Nutrition Jobs and Dietitian Salaries. Stacy shares her expertise on how dietitians can leverage LinkedIn to grow their business, build their brand, and network more effectively. The discussion covers everything from optimizing your LinkedIn profile, overcoming myths about the platform, strategic content posting, and creating an impactful personal brand. Stacy also provides actionable tips for dietitians who only have 10 minutes a day to invest in LinkedIn.

00:00 Introduction to Dietitian Boss Podcast

00:37 Meet Stacy Dunn: Career Expert for Dietitians

02:06 LinkedIn Misconceptions and Opportunities

03:41 Success Stories and Effective LinkedIn Strategies

05:20 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile

06:47 Content Creation and Engagement on LinkedIn

10:27 Personal Branding and Authority Building

23:58 Maximizing LinkedIn in 10 Minutes a Day

27:53 Final Thoughts and Membership Invitation

 

Bio: 
Stacey Dunn-Emke, MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian and the Founding Owner of NutritionJobs, a career portal for dietitians and nutrition professionals and DietitianSalaries.com, an anonymous salary survey tool. She is the author of The Dietetic Resume Guide and specializes in boosting professional opportunities for dietitians, students, and interns, with jobs, coaching and courses on Creating a Modern Winning Dietetic Resume, An Optimized LinkedIn Profile, and Job Interview Prep. Stacey regularly hosts LinkedIn Live Events, spotlighting dietitian careers and modern employment opportunities, aiming to build confidence and knowledge. Stacey brings her vast work experience to the dietetic career coaching table, where she has worked as a Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition Writer, Outpatient Dietitian, Clinical Nutrition Manager, and Research Dietitian with Dr. Dean Ornish. She has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show and MSNBC TV. She is a frequent speaker, including for The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, The California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Harvard Medical School. She has served on the Board of the Bay Area Dietetic Association, including President-Elect, was awarded Outstanding Dietitian, Outstanding Dietitian of the Year, and Recognized Young Dietitian. She lives with her family in San Francisco.

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Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!

  • Join our membership The Library HERE

     🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

  •  Download our Free Dietitian Business Starter Kit and plug in our proven scripts to save time and  get paid with confidence.

  • Want to hear client success stories? Review here.

 

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What Should Your First Offer Be? How to Create a Service Dietitians Actually Want to Buy27 oct. 202500:12:25

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss Podcast, Libby Rothchild guides registered dietitians on crafting their initial services to ensure they are both sellable and meet client needs. She emphasizes the importance of starting with a clear service before developing products like courses or memberships. Through practical examples and a four-step framework, listeners learn how to identify client pain points, offer mini transformations, and continually improve their offerings. Libby also addresses common pitfalls such as overbuilding and the comparison trap, offering strategies to build confidence and attract clients effectively. 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Importance of Testing Your Offer
  • Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
  • Gathering Feedback and Improving Your Offer
  • Creating a Clear and Sellable Offer
  • Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your First Offer
  • Trends and Opportunities in Remote Care

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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No DMs, No Growth? Fix Your Bio and These 3 Posts (Made for Dietitians)20 oct. 202500:08:45

In this episode, Libby address a common challenge dietitians face: getting no engagement in Instagram direct messages despite regular posting. We'll provide actionable steps to optimize your Instagram bio, introduce post types that convert followers into clients, and share real-life success stories from dietitians. You'll learn a simple bio rewrite formula, three effective post types, and tips for initiating meaningful conversations to build trust and bookings.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why Your Instagram Strategy Isn't Working
  • Crafting a Clear and Engaging Bio
  • Post Types That Convert Followers to Clients
  • Building Credibility Through Transparency
  • Emotional and Relatable Content
  • Initiating Conversations to Boost Engagement

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Marci Evans on 10 Years of Leading Dietitian Training Online13 oct. 202500:29:56

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss podcast, Libby Rothchild, founder of Dietitian Boss, engages in a conversation with the trailblazing Marci Evans to celebrate her 10-year journey in leading online training for dietitians in the eating disorder space. From her first internship rotation in 2005 to creating one of the most respected programs in the industry, Marci shares the pivotal moments that shaped her career, her values-driven approach to teaching, and the power of embracing evolution and feedback.

Whether you're a seasoned RD or just starting out, this episode offers a masterclass in blending clinical expertise with compassionate education—and building a business that aligns with your values.


🔑 Key Takeaways:

1. Lead with Integrity

Stay aligned with your values and teach with clarity.

2. Relationships First

Trust and connection matter more than the perfect intervention.

3. Be OK with the Unknown

Eating disorder work is nuanced—get comfortable in the gray.

4. Use Feedback to Improve

Marci's programs thrive because she listens and iterates.

5. Follow What Excites You

Pursue what lights you up, even if it feels scary at first.

 

Bio: 
Marci identifies as a Food and Body Imager Healer® practicing from a Health At Every Size® and anti-oppression lens. She has dedicated her career to counseling, supervising, and teaching in the field of eating disorders. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian and Supervisor and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. In addition to her group private practice, in 2015 Marci launched an online eating disorders training platform for clinicians. In 2016 she joined the Simmons nutrition department to co-develop a specialized eating disorder internship and teach graduate level courses on nutrition counseling for eating disorders. In 2018 she received the Professional Integrity Award from The Behavioral Health Dietetics Practice Group of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She has spoken locally and nationally at numerous conferences and media outlets. She regularly communicates on social media so be sure to connect with her @marciRD.

 

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Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!

  • Join our membership The Library HERE

     🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

  •  Download our Free Dietitian Business Starter Kit and plug in our proven scripts to save time and  get paid with confidence.

  • Want to hear client success stories? Review here.

 

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Struggling with Counseling? Use These 3 Phrases to Build Trust Without Over-Talking06 oct. 202500:05:09

In this episode, discover three impactful phrases to enhance your counseling sessions by building trust and fostering client engagement. Learn how to avoid over-talking and turn lectures into conversations that invite dialogue. Real examples from dietitians illustrate how these phrases can improve client retention and follow-through. The episode also discusses the importance of silence and introduces a resource library offering counseling scripts, mock scenarios, and certification opportunities.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Problem with Overtalking
  • Phrase 1: What Do You Make of That?
  • Phrase 2: Would It Be Helpful If...?
  • Phrase 3: What Would Make This Doable for You?
  • Bonus Tip: Embrace the Pause

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Connect with Libby
:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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AI Isn’t Replacing Dietitians – It’s Making Us Better (Here’s How to Use It Today)29 sept. 202500:07:29

In this episode, Libby breaks down how artificial intelligence can actually support and elevate your practice — saving you time, reducing burnout, and helping you serve clients more efficiently.

You'll hear real-world examples of how dietitians are using AI tools like ChatGPT, Heidi Health, and EMRs to create content, streamline admin, and improve client communication — all while staying HIPAA-aware.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • AI as a Personal Assistant
  • Create Client Handouts Faster
  • Stay HIPAA-Compliant
  • Generate Content Without Burnout
  • Streamline Admin Tasks
  • Build a Smarter, More Scalable Practice

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:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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Building a Bariatric Dietitian Business: Lessons from a Clinician, Entrepreneur & Mom22 sept. 202500:29:56

In this podcast episode, the host interviews Mita Mikel, a registered dietitian specializing in bariatrics, who is transitioning from clinical and higher education spaces to building her private practice. Mita shares details about her background, her passion for helping patients through bariatric nutrition, and her journey to finding this specialty. She delves into the challenges and fulfillment she finds in working with motivated clients versus resistant ones, and how her experiences in diabetic and bariatric nutrition have shaped her approach. Mita also discusses the importance of capturing patient testimonials and how motherhood has influenced her time management and boundaries in her practice. The episode highlights strategies for balancing work and family life, the significance of refined messaging for attracting the right clients, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Mita concludes with advice for dieticians looking to start their practice and emphasizes the importance of starting small and building over time.

Key Takeaways:

  • Balancing Motherhood and Business
  • Specializing in Bariatrics
  • Challenges and Rewards in Bariatrics
  • Refining Your Message
  • Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
  • Balancing Family and Business

BIO:

Makeda is a registered dietitian specializing in bariatrics, and she has worked in the clinical and higher education spaces and is now building her private practice. She's passionate about simplifying nutrition information for everyone to understand.

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  • Join our membership The Library HERE

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How to Document Private Practice Sessions Without Wasting Hours15 sept. 202500:08:11

In this podcast episode, Libby Rothschild, founder of Dietitian Boss, discusses how to efficiently write session notes faster in private practice using AI tools and smart workflows. Libby addresses common concerns about AI compliance and introduces tools such as Heidi and Practice Better that integrate AI to ease the documentation process. She emphasizes the importance of repeatable frameworks, showcases real-life examples, and explains the benefits of using mock client simulations for practice. Additionally, she covers the importance of transparency with clients regarding AI usage and offers resources available in the Dietitian Boss library to help practitioners enhance their charting skills and maintain compliance.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  •  The Importance of Efficient Session Notes
  • Using AI Tools for Faster Documentation
  • Creating Repeatable Frameworks
  • Implementing Smart Tools like Heidi and Practice Better
  • Practicing with Mock Clients 

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:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

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From Cajun Roots to YouTube Star: Shelly Redmond on Storytelling, Private Practice & Low-Carb Cooking08 sept. 202500:24:07

In this episode, Libby Rothschild, Podcast host, CEO, and owner of Dietitian Boss, interviews Shelly as she shares her inspiring journey from participating in cooking competitions in her youth to creating her brand Skinny Louisiana. She discusses how 4-H competitions shaped her love for cooking and her decision to pursue a career in dietetics and culinary arts. Shelly highlights the importance of integrating personal stories into brand building, offering practical advice for dietitians on how to start sharing their stories and building a brand. She emphasizes the role of social media, email marketing, content repurposing, and leveraging personal connections in growing a business. Shelly also provides tips on time management, prioritizing tasks, and identifying target markets. Lastly, she shares her personal anecdotes and the key moments that signaled the growth and success of her brand.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Transition to Dietetics and Culinary Arts
  • Building a Personal Brand\
  • Encouragement for Aspiring Dietitians
  • Challenges and Tips for Private Practice
  • Managing Time and Target Market
  • Realizing Brand Success

BIO: 

Having won her first cooking contest at the age of 12, Shelly Marie Redmond, MS, RD, LDN, lives for the kitchen. Shelly is an award-winning dietitian and the author of the Skinny Louisiana™ Cookbook series.

Born in Louisiana, Shelly started her career developing recipes and conducting food demonstrations marrying the authentic and delicious flavors of Louisiana cooking with principles of healthy eating. These principles are in her cookbooks, Skinny Louisiana Facebook page, and her private practice.

Shelly quickly realized not everyone loves Cajun cooking and that is ok! Shelly took this to YouTube and started the channel, Dietitian Shelly, where she focuses on low carb and diabetic recipes.

It’s been a wild ride, and you can find her embracing her Cajun roots in her kitchen with her husband, 2 children, and 2 cats, William Tucker and Jefferson James.

Connect with Libby:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Connect with Shelly:

  1. Email: shelly@skinnylouisiana.com

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Shelly

  3. Facebook: Skinny Louisiana with Shelly Marie Redmond

Resources:

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  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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ChatGPT for Dietitians: Use This Prompt to Plan a Week of IG Posts in 10 Minutes01 sept. 202500:07:51

In this episode, you'll learn how to create a week's worth of Instagram posts in just 10 minutes using a specific Chat GPT prompt tailored for dietitians. The episode dives into real user experiences, comparing the free and paid versions of Chat GPT, and provides steps to make AI-generated content sound more authentic and consistent with your brand's voice. You'll also discover tips for extending your content further and using Chat GPT as a copy editor. The episode highlights the success stories of dietitians who've streamlined their content creation process and seen tangible results.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • The Magic Prompt for Dietitians
  • Free vs. Paid Chat GPT: Which One to Choose?
  • Personalizing Your Prompts
  • Maximizing Content with One Prompt

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:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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What to Do When a Client Doesn’t Follow Your Meal Plan: Business-Smart Solutions25 août 202500:07:28

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss Podcast, host Libby Rothchild addresses a common issue faced by dietitians: clients not following meal plans. Libby provides business-smart solutions to turn this challenge into an opportunity for growth. She emphasizes the importance of using counseling techniques over corrective measures, encourages a compassionate approach to understand client struggles, and suggests small, realistic adjustments to foster adherence. Libby also highlights the significance of setting clear expectations from the start and offers tips for co-creating meal plans with clients. This episode aims to build dietitians' confidence and improve client retention through effective communication and trust-building. 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding Client Behavior
  • Counseling Strategies for Dietitians
  • Business Perspective on Client Retention
  • Setting Expectations Early
  • Collaborative Meal Planning

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:

  1. Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss 

  2. YouTube: Dietitian Boss

Resources:

  • Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here!
  • Join our membership The Library HERE

  • 🚀 Ready to Grow Your Dietitian Business?

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