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I love Toni’s story, and she shares so openly about it in this podcast episode. 

Her passion to help single mothers by choice is so apparent in her voice and in the content that she puts out into the world. This passion stems from her own fertility journey and she believes wholeheartedly in her mission.

She explains exactly what her mission is and how she helps single mothers in this episode. 

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Diet culture, infertility, and motherhood
• Building a business around our passions
• Single mothers by choice 

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/78

I absolutely loved this raw and honest conversation with Amie Guice.

We talk about what it means to be “full,” or booked out, as a private practice dietitian. This means different things to all of us depending on our life situation and goals, and we discuss those different factors in this episode. Only you can decide when you’re booked out.

We also talk about what to do next when you do reach that place. This is actually a pretty common occurrence in private practice — once you’ve been in practice for a while, you will often reach the point where you don’t have enough time to take on all of the clients who need support! Amie and I talk through what we both did when we reached that point, and I hope this conversation will give you some ideas of what you could do next.

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Amie’s private practice journey, from “side hustle” to having a full client load
• How to know when you’re calendar is full
• Working “in” your business vs. working “on” your business
• Utilizing a “parking lot” as your business grows

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/77

I have a brand new (FREE) video series out where I’m sharing the top 3 boundaries that are important for business growth and to thrive as a business owner, based on a lot of trial and error and years of experience as a dietitian. Sign up at www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/selfcare

Tamara Melton is the founder of not just one, but TWO businesses, and we dive into what that’s like in this episode of the podcast.

In one year, so much has changed for Tamara in terms of her businesses and her entrepreneurial journey. She has a lot going on, and she’s very transparent about how 2020 affected her. She also shares how both of her businesses came to be.

2020 was a big year for Tamara, but I know that she has big things ahead too! She is making such a positive difference with her clients and other dietitians, and I’m so excited to see what’s in store for her in the near future.

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Having a business vs. Having a brand
• Transitioning a business to be in alignment with your dreams and goals
• Serving black women
• Using storytelling as a dietitian to engage and connect with your audience
• The dangers of just “parroting what you’re told”

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/76

Dietitian Business School is a membership for dietitians that are growing a private practice and beyond! You’ll be joining a powerful group of dietitians who believe in a non-diet way of counseling. 

We encourage you to lean into the uncertainty and challenge yourself to do things for your business that will truly create change for you as a business owner. Come hang out with dietitians that will inspire you. www.dietitianbusinessschool.com

I’ve wanted to have Alyssa on the podcast for a while now, and this interview with her does not disappoint!

I’ve watched her put so much effort into growing her business in the past year, and I’m so excited to have her on to share exactly how she grew her group private practice.

We talk a lot about doing hard things, whether that means doing something new that you’ve never done before or challenging yourself in a certain business decision. Alyssa has so much great advice to share!

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Alyssa’s journey from employee to business owner
• The hard side of owning a business
• Building a sustainable business model
• Outsourcing and hiring contractors and employees

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/75

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Alissa Rumsey joins us in this episode to do a deep dive into the experience of publishing her book, Unapologetic Eating.

We talk about so many different pieces of the book writing journey, including the business aspect of her book and what it is doing for her business, and also about being inclusive and her own journey to developing her passion for the social justice aspect of Health at Every Size.

This episode is for any non-diet HAES dietitian who is interested in learning more about what writing and publishing a book can do for your business.

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Behind the scenes of Alissa’s writing process
• Marketing plans for her new book
• How Alissa plans to grow in her business after publishing her book

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/74

In celebration of Eating Disorder Awareness week, I’m hosting a Binge Eating Disorder Workshop on Wednesday, February 24th at 12:00 EST with Elyssa Toomey and Alexis Conason. This workshop is for any dietitian who has enrolled in Help Your Clients Feel Fabulous About Food, Version 2.0.

We’re kicking off 2021 with a special podcast series to catch up with former podcast guests and hear about how they handled the crazy ride that was the year 2020.

This episode in the last in this series! I interviewed 4 dietitians who set ambitious goals for themselves, even in the midst of the pandemic, and found the courage to get uncomfortable and try new things that will ultimately get them closer to their goals.

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/73

We’re kicking off 2021 with a special podcast series to catch up with former podcast guests and hear about how they handled the crazy ride that was the year 2020.

There’s no right or wrong way to process the year that was 2020. This episode focuses on the biggest lessons that four dietitians learned throughout the year, and how these lessons are informing their businesses in 2021.

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/72

Congrats on starting a private practice! I bet you’re so excited, but if you’re feeling overwhelmed with all of the advice coming at you from all over the place--I get it!

You can sign up for a free business plan roadmap that takes you through the key steps to start a business so you can focus on what really matters and leave the rest behind (like setting up an expensive LLC!): https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/join 

We’re kicking off 2021 with a special podcast series to catch up with former podcast guests and hear about how they handled the crazy ride that was the year 2020.

This episode focuses on four dietitians who walked through different types of mental, emotional, and physical struggles in 2020. Our hope with this episode is to normalize how much we’ve all struggled this year and reassure you that if you had an incredibly hard year, you aren’t alone. 

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/71

Looking to grow your business?

When they first start out, most dietitians have no idea how to actually market themselves and their business. They just throw things out to the world, without any official strategy in place. 

This marketing bootcamp will give you 3 fundamental marketing strategies to get at least 3 new clients to your business: https://pursuingprivatepractice.com/challenge

We’re kicking off 2021 with a special podcast series to catch up with former podcast guests and hear about how they handled the crazy ride that was the year 2020.

In this episode, we’re talking with 4 dietitians who learned to embrace the uncertainty of the past year. We discuss the importance of taking the time to reflect back on our trials, creating a responsive business model, and taking care of ourselves.

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/70

We’re kicking off 2021 with a special podcast series to catch up with former podcast guests and hear about how they handled the crazy ride that was the year 2020.

This episode focuses on three dietitians who have experienced a growth in their businesses in 2020. If we aren’t intentional about pausing to celebrate our growth and wins, we might just pass it by. Listen in to hear these dietitians recognize the lessons they learned in 2020 and acknowledge the growth they’ve experienced.

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/69

We’re kicking off 2021 with a special podcast series to catch up with former podcast guests and hear about how they handled the crazy ride that was the year 2020.

This episode focuses on four dietitians who have pivoted in their online businesses since they were initially a guest on the podcast. Listen in to hear all about when, why, and how they pivoted their businesses and how this pivot has changed the trajectory of their careers.

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/68

A lot can change in a year!

I'm kicking off Season 3 of the podcast by reflecting on 2020 and sharing what I'm changing up and focusing on in 2021.

I'm also giving you a sneak peek into what's to come on the Pursuing Private Practice Podcast in the next couple of months and I can't wait for you to hear!  

What if you had a *proven* roadmap to show you EXACTLY what to do to get more clients (and retain your current clients!) without spending HOURS networking every day? Sign up for my FREE training here and it's all yours! www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/businessplan 

This is the final episode of 2020!!

This goes without saying, but 2020 was a year unlike any other. There have been many negatives, but also many positive opportunities for change and growth. In this episode, I’m sharing many of the lessons I’ve learned this year. I would encourage you to find some time to reflect on your own year, too, before heading into a brand new year.

Thank you so much for listening to the Pursuing Private Practice podcast, I’m honored to have you here!

Some of the topics discussed include:

• The disruption of self care practices
• The importance of saying “No” when you don’t have the bandwidth to say “Yes”
• Finding balance between rest and social commitments
• Trusting your gut and giving yourself permission to pivot

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/66

Christine Dyan Thomson joins me on this episode of the podcast to get real about money mindset!

The conversation is so needed. As dietitians, our field is made up of mostly women, and that can sometimes make the conversation around this topic feel extra charged. I feel like I’ve been talking about this topic with so many of you lately though, and the more we can address our fears and desires around money without shame, the better our collective mindsets will be. When women earn money, a large percentage of it is invested back into our children, our families, and our communities, and that is such a good thing! 

When we believe in our mission and we invest money into our mission, we have more power to make an impact and change the world.

Some of the topics discussed include:

• The power of community in the success of your business
• Taking personal responsibility for what you want in your career
• Shifting your wealth identity through mindset work

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/65

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This episode is so inspirational for any of you that are wanting to start a business.

Sammy walks us through the fear she felt at opening her own private practice and what she had to do to overcome these feelings. There are going to be ups and downs when you start your business, and Sammy talks through her process of expecting and preparing for this.

A unique part of Sammy’s journey is that she opened her private practice immediately following the completion of her dietetic internship. Sammy is a dietitian who is leading the way for others. 

I hope this episode inspires you as much as it inspired me! 

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Going against the grain and following your heart 
• Your business is your own. You can always change your mind.
• The vulnerability we may experience when starting a business
• Giving yourself grace as you navigate all of the decision making that comes with owning your own business

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/64

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Courtney Vickery joins us for this episode of the Pursuing Private Practice Podcast to have a real and honest conversation about how she got into the field of eating disorders.

Courtney talks about her own eating disorder recovery and relates this to her ability to do challenging things in her business now. 

Courtney is new to private practice (although you wouldn’t know this by looking at her content!). We talk about her business journey and how to embrace the mindset of taking it all one step at a time and figuring things out as you go.

It’s scary to put yourself out there as a business owner, and this episode honors that. Enjoy!

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Courtney’s journey through recovery to private practice
• Being open to changes and pivots when you’re starting a business
• Creating and selling an online course  

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/63

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This conversation is SO NEEDED in the field of dietetics!

Jessica Oswald joins me today to talk about being a multi-passionate business owner and wanting to serve two separate ideal clients. This means she will need to implement two separate marketing strategies and set up two separate sales funnels in her business.

We talk rebelling against the “rules” of dietetics and making our own path. I encourage you to listen to this episode with an open mind. 

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Going against the grain and following your heart in business
• Serving two different ideal clients
• Setting up your sales funnels to work for you and your clients
• Niching down  

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/62

The Dietitian Business Plan Roadmap is the guide that you need to start your private practice. Learn the 10 key steps you need to do in order to start your private practice with confidence. Download your FREE guide and get started today here!

Stephanie took a leap of faith and started her business this year. We have such a great conversation during this interview about her feelings around starting her own business, how she’s balancing working full time and running a business, and everything she has learned along the way.

We talk a lot about having the courage to try new things and just being open to seeing what works. I hope this inspires you to take the first step toward whatever it is that you’ve been wanting to start, too!

Some of the topics discussed include:

• Balancing private practice and a full time job
• The importance of finding your people and being supported
• Repurposing content to lighten the workload

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/61

The Dietitian Business Plan Roadmap is the guide that you need to start your private practice. Learn the 10 key steps you need to do in order to start your private practice with confidence. Download your FREE guide and get started today here!

This is such an awesome interview! Courtney Bellino joins me on this episode of the podcast to talk about where she’s at in her business: fully booked!!

Courtney opened her private practice just six months ago, but she’s ready to scale! We talk through the process of growing a private practice through hiring a dietitian and/or virtual assistant. We talk about the both the logistical ins and outs of hiring somebody and the emotional side to hiring.

If you are in a similar position as Courtney (or hope to be soon!) you will really enjoy this episode!

• Courtney’s journey to fully booked
• Hiring someone who complements your strengths and weaknesses
• Deciding on the right role to hire for
• How to know when you’re ready to hire

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/60

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Kelly Neilson joins us on this episode of Pursuing Private Practice to talk about all things virtual private practice and online business. She started her own virtual private practice years ago before the COVID pandemic, but she shares a lot of valuable advice for those of you that are new to the virtual practice world.

Kelly tells the story of how her family’s  move across the country ultimately inspired her to start her virtual private practice.

A virtual business model has given Kelly the freedom and flexibility she wanted when she became a mother. She has very strong boundaries around her work that many of us can relate to and learn from - she isn’t willing to sacrifice time with her kids for work. She shares some great tips for balancing both.

Some of the topics discussed include:

• The benefits of a virtual business
• Adjusting your expectations as your circumstances change
• Balancing motherhood and owning a business
• Advice for starting a virtual business as a parent

For more information, visit https://www.pursuingprivatepractice.com/59

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