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Make More Money as a Dietitian | Private Practice, Business Confidence, Career Flexibility, Financial Freedom

Christine Dyan Thomson - Manipura Centre, Registered Dietitian, Mindset Coach, Business Coachwww.manipuracentre.co
Welcome to Make More Money as a Dietitian, the podcast for nutrition professionals ready to build profitable private practice businesses that create more time, freedom, and flexibility, while supporting the life you want to live. I'm Christine Thomson, Registered Dietitian, Certified Life Coach, and Money Mindset Mentor. After mentoring hundreds of dietitians on everything from pricing to purpose, I know this: imposter syndrome isn't your weakness; it's your sign that you're ready to grow. Success isn't just about strategy; it's about building the confidence to charge what you're worth and create a business that reflects your values. Inside each episode, we'll break down what it really takes to thrive in private practice: from attracting aligned clients to raising your rates with confidence. We'll tackle the mindset shifts that transform imposter syndrome into your secret weapon, help you set boundaries that create true flexibility, and show you how to build the freedom you deserve without burning out. Whether you're drowning in low-paying client referrals or ready to finally own your expertise, this is where you learn to feel as confident in your business as you do in your clinical skills. Because how you feel about your worth matters just as much as your business strategy. If you're ready to make more money as a dietitian without sacrificing your values, your sanity, or your weekends, you're in the right place. Let's create your version of success. Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and share this with another dietitian who's done settling for less.
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Episodes

Episode 364: How To Design Your Dream Schedule

Many dietitians tell me they started their businesses dreaming of freedom and flexibility, only to find themselves working more hours than ever, being available on nights and weekends, and constantly feeling behind. Maybe you've been telling yourself that working evenings and weekends is just "what it takes" to build a successful practice. That being available 24/7 is what makes you professional. That packing your schedule full is the only way to make decent money. But what if all of that is jus...

Jul 17, 202527 minEp. 364

EP.363: Curiosity: The Secret To Private Practice Success

You're stuck in the endless loop of "I'm not ready yet." You keep adding certifications, reading more books, and waiting for that magical moment when you'll finally feel confident enough to start your practice or raise your rates. Here's the thing nobody tells you about that confidence you're waiting for: it's not coming. At least not in the way you think it will. Because confidence isn't something you acquire and then use - it's something you build through action. But there's something even mor...

Jul 10, 202517 minEp. 363

EP.362: Your RD Story is Proof of Your Worth: A Gratitude Practice That Changes Everything

You're scrolling LinkedIn, seeing other dietitians crushing it while you're wondering if you made a mistake choosing this profession. You look at your career and think, "How did I end up here?" You're so deep in the day-to-day struggle that you've forgotten all the incredible things you've already accomplished. I get it. When you're dealing with financial stress, career uncertainty, or that nagging feeling that you're not living up to your potential, it's easy to lose sight of your wins. You sta...

Jul 03, 202533 minEp. 362

EP.361: The 5-Figure Private Practice Blueprint: Your First Year Game Plan

Ever catch yourself daydreaming about setting your own schedule, choosing your own clients, and getting paid what your services are really worth? You're not alone. So many dietitians tell me they want to start their own private practice, but they're stuck wondering if it's actually possible to make real money in the first year. Maybe you're tired of asking permission to take time off, exhausted from workplace politics, or frankly just over feeling undervalued despite your expertise. The thought ...

Jun 26, 202528 minEp. 361

EP.360: Freedom AND Money: Designing Your Practice Around Your Life Without Sacrificing Income

You want both: The freedom to design your schedule around your life AND the income that reflects your expertise. If you've been told you have to choose between flexibility and financial success, this episode is for you. Maybe you're the dietitian working all hours, taking calls during family time, and feeling like you're always "on." Or perhaps you're afraid that setting boundaries and creating the schedule you want will cost you clients and income. What if I told you that having both freedom an...

Jun 19, 202525 minEp. 360

EP.359: Why Confidence is Your Most Profitable Business Asset (And How to Build It)

Picture this: You're scrolling LinkedIn and see a post from a dietitian with 15+ years of experience, multiple certifications, and incredible client results. She's talking about her private practice, but then she says something that makes your stomach drop: "I hope $150 per session isn't too much to ask for my services. I don't want to be greedy." Fifteen years. Multiple certifications. Life-changing client transformations. And she's apologizing for charging what a new personal trainer charges f...

Jun 12, 202522 minEp. 359

EP.358: Your Path From Stuck Employee to Private Practice Owner

Ever find yourself sitting in your car after another frustrating workday, wondering how someone with your education and expertise can feel so... stuck? That voice in your head saying "there has to be more than this" is recognizing that you have so much more to offer than your current role allows. Maybe you've been feeling like your clinical job is slowly draining your passion for nutrition. You know you're meant for more, but the thought of leaving that steady paycheck has you frozen in place. H...

Jun 05, 202534 minEp. 358

EP.357: Your Financial Freedom Starts Here: Welcome Back to 'Make More Money as a Dietitian'

Sometimes the most powerful move is admitting when you've been playing small. Today, I'm revealing my own journey with imposter syndrome and why I'm changing this podcast back to its original name: "Make More Money as a Dietitian." This is NOT about going backwards; it's about finally having the courage to own what we've always been about. Because here's the truth: every conversation about money is really a conversation about self-worth. Every struggle with pricing is actually a battle with conf...

May 29, 202517 minEp. 357

EP.356: Dietitian Debt Freedom: Escaping the Student Loan Shame Spiral w/ Lauryn Williams

Are you drowning in student loan debt while trying to build your dietetics career? You're not alone. In this eye-opening interview with Lauryn Williams of StudentLoanPlanner.com, we tackle the uncomfortable truth about student loans in our profession, where dietitians are often overeducated and undercompensated. Whether you're making $30K in clinical or growing a private practice with variable income, this episode delivers the straight talk you need about managing your student loans without dera...

May 22, 202550 minEp. 356

EP.355: Money, Meaning & Self-Worth: Healing Your Relationship With Abundance

Okay, let's talk about the money elephant in the room. You know that awkward tug-of-war happening inside you? The one between genuinely wanting to help people and also needing to, well, pay your bills? Yeah, that one. Look, I get it. Most of us got into nutrition because we care about people, not because we were chasing big paychecks. But here's the thing – I see way too many amazing dietitians extending sessions without charging, answering texts at 10pm, and feeling straight-up guilty about rai...

May 15, 202540 minEp. 355

EP.354-Clarity Over Chaos- Building a Life That Actually Feels Like Yours

So many of us find ourselves checking all the boxes of "success" while still wondering if we're on the right path. In this episode, we dive deep into what I call the "clarity crisis" – that frustrating experience of being technically successful but fundamentally confused about what you actually want. I'm sharing my own journey from scattered success to aligned clarity, and why getting clear on your values isn't about limiting your options – it's about liberating your energy to flow in directions...

May 08, 202535 minEp. 354

EP.353: Breaking the Burnout Cycle: The Science of Nervous System Regulation

Your nervous system secretly controls your business decisions, money mindset, and client relationships. In this episode, I'm calling out the high-achiever myth that you can power through dysregulation and still create sustainable success. Let's get real: as high-achieving health professionals, we've normalized pushing through stress like it's a badge of honor. But what if that constant hustle is actually sabotaging the very goals you're working toward? What if your physiological state is secretl...

May 01, 202536 min

EP.352: You Are Not Your Résumé - Detaching from the Roles You Play

Ever caught yourself introducing yourself as your job title before anything else? In this episode, we're diving deep into the trap of role identification and how it might be silently limiting your growth, happiness, and potential. As high-achieving health professionals, we're often vulnerable to merging our identity with our professional roles. The line between "I am a dietitian" and "I work as a dietitian" might seem subtle, but it creates a profound difference in how we navigate challenges, em...

Apr 24, 202538 minEp. 352

EP.351: When 'Success' Isn't Enough- Why High-Achievers Still Feel Stuck

If you’ve ever looked at your life—the credentials framed on your wall, the thriving practice you've built, the respect of your colleagues—and wondered why it doesn't feel as fulfilling as you thought it would…you're not alone. In this first episode of our Aligned Success series, we're diving deep into the paradox that many high-achieving dietitians face: conventional success without genuine fulfillment. Today, we'll explore why checking all the boxes of traditional success often leaves us feeli...

Apr 17, 202521 minEp. 351

EP.350: L.O.V.E. Redefined- Letting Go of Roles, Rules & Resentment

Love gets tossed around a lot—especially in the personal development world. But what does it really mean to love yourself when you’re a high-achieving woman who's constantly been told to prove her worth, play it safe, or put everyone else first? In this powerful solo episode, I’m sharing a framework that’s helped me (and my clients) redefine love—not as something we earn or give away at our own expense, but as a foundation for self-trust, aligned success, and emotional freedom. Today, we’re goin...

Apr 10, 202529 minEp. 350

EP.349: What I’ve Learned About Success, Self-Worth, and Starting Over at 55

After 55 years of living, building, healing, and growing (and yes, unlearning), I’ve collected more than a few hard-earned truths. In this special birthday episode, I’m opening up my journal and sharing 55 of the most important lessons I’ve learned — not just about business or nutrition, but about identity, mindset, reinvention, boundaries, and what it really means to live a fulfilling life on your terms. Whether you’re 35, 45, or 65, this episode is for any woman who’s realizing that success, p...

Apr 03, 20251 hr 10 minEp. 349

EP 348: Interview w/Denise Duffield-Thomas: Money Mindset Mentor

What happens when you stop chasing success the traditional way—and start creating a business that actually feels good? In this candid episode, I sit down with best-selling author and money mindset mentor Denise Duffield-Thomas to talk about the beliefs that keep women under-earning and overworking—and how to shift into a more easeful, sustainable version of success. We kick off by exploring the most common money blocks holding women back, and then take a deep dive into what it really looks like ...

Mar 27, 20251 hr 2 minEp. 348

EP.347: The Secret to Standing Out as a Dietitian (Without Taking Insurance)

The pressure to accept insurance can feel overwhelming for dietitians in private practice. Many professionals believe they must offer insurance coverage to attract clients and build a sustainable business. In this powerful episode, we're challenging this conventional wisdom and revealing why the most successful dietitians often choose a different path. Success isn't about competing on insurance coverage—it's about creating something so valuable that clients are eager to invest out of pocket. Whe...

Mar 20, 202528 minEp. 347

EP 346: Why Big Companies Aren't Taking Clients from Private Practice Dietitians—And How You Can Stand Out

Big nutrition companies seem to be everywhere these days, and many dietitians feel threatened by their growing presence. In this eye-opening episode, we're challenging the narrative that corporations like Nourish, Berry Street, and Fay are "stealing" clients from independent dietitians. These companies aren't actually your competition—they're proof that more people than ever are seeking nutrition services. Through personal insights and practical strategies, we'll explore how the growing corporat...

Mar 13, 202523 minEp. 346

EP.345: REPLAY: The Byproduct of Your Decisions

Your life and your business are very much intertwined. At the core, there’s no separating the two. While you are NOT your business and your career as a dietitian doesn’t define who you are as a person, whether you succeed or fail depends very much on you. Today on the Do All of The Things Podcast, I'm sharing this "oldie, but goodie" episode where I discuss the importance of your decisions in building the business and life you desire. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What it means to DECIDE. It...

Feb 27, 202528 minEp. 345

EP.344: A New Chapter: Book Launch & Academy Announcement

This is a different kind of episode—one I recorded completely off the cuff because I couldn't wait to share two major announcements with you. These projects have been in the works for months, and they're about to change how we think about success in dietetics. I'm announcing my upcoming book (and book tour!) plus the launch of Aligned Success Academy in May 2025. If you're a dietitian who's ready to think differently about what's possible in our profession, I need you to listen and help spreadin...

Feb 20, 202521 minEp. 344

EP.343: Create a Flow-Based Practice

As dietitians, we often get caught in the endless cycle of pushing harder, doing more, and feeling like we're swimming upstream. In this episode, we're diving into a game-changing approach to running your practice: flowing instead of forcing. We'll explore the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between force-based and flow-based success, and why making this shift could be the key to both better results and greater fulfillment in your work. Through real-world examples and practical exercises,...

Feb 13, 202525 minEp. 343

EP.342: The Journey Is The Destination

Ever catch yourself rushing through life, eyes fixed on some distant goal, only to realize you're missing the magic happening right now? In this episode, we're diving deep into why the path to success might be more valuable than the destination itself. We've all been guilty of getting caught in the "arrival fallacy" – that belief that everything will fall into place once we reach a certain milestone. But what if the real transformation isn't waiting at the finish line? What if it's happening rig...

Feb 06, 202529 minEp. 342

EP 341: The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture - My Wake-Up Call

Ever wonder if there's a hidden price tag attached to our culture's obsession with hustling harder? In this powerful episode, I share what really happens when we believe that success requires constant pushing, grinding, and sacrificing our well-being. As health professionals, we're particularly vulnerable to hustle culture's promises. We're trained to help others, to show up fully, and to be living examples of what we teach. But what happens when this drive for excellence becomes a cycle of depl...

Jan 30, 202522 minEp. 341

EP.340: Writing Your New Story- Creating an Identity That Matches Your Vision

Have you ever tried to describe your work and felt like the words just didn't capture who you really are as a professional? That disconnect isn't just about finding the right words – it's about aligning your professional story with who you're becoming. In this final episode of our identity series, we're combining everything we've explored about professional identity, limiting beliefs, and perfectionism to help you craft a story that truly reflects your vision. When you can articulate who you are...

Jan 23, 202518 min

EP.339: The Expert Identity: Owning Your Worth Without the Perfectionism

As dietitians, we're trained to value precision, evidence, and getting things right. But sometimes, this commitment to excellence morphs into a perfectionism that keeps us from fully stepping into our expertise. It's that voice that says you need to know everything before you can claim your authority. In this third episode of our identity series, we're tackling the complex relationship between expertise and perfectionism. It's time to explore how waiting to be "perfect" might be holding you back...

Jan 16, 202516 minEp. 339

EP.338: Breaking Up with 'Should'- Moving Past Professional Identity Limits

Ever notice how often you tell yourself what you "should" do in your career? These professional "shoulds" often masquerade as wisdom, but they're actually limiting beliefs that keep us stuck in conventional paths that might not align with our true potential. In this transformative second episode of our identity series, we're taking a closer look at those persistent "shoulds" that shape our career decisions. From staying in traditional roles to pricing our services "like everyone else," these inv...

Jan 09, 202516 minEp. 338

EP.337: Is Your Self-Image Keeping You Small? Redefining Who You Are as a Dietitian

As dietitians, we often find ourselves caught between who we are and who we think we should be professionally. That nagging feeling that we're meant for more isn't just career restlessness – it's a sign that we've outgrown our current professional self-image. In this powerful first episode of our identity series, we're diving deep into how the way we see ourselves shapes everything in our careers. From the opportunities we pursue to the way we show up for our clients, our professional self-image...

Jan 02, 202515 minEp. 337

EP.336: Pricing Psychology- How to Confidently Set (and Raise) Your Rates

Let's talk about something that makes many of us squirm – setting and raising our rates. If you've ever felt your heart race when quoting your prices or caught yourself apologizing for your rates, this episode is your permission slip to step into your worth. Here's the truth: your pricing isn't just about numbers on a page. It's about your relationship with your own value, your vision for your practice, and yes – your impact on our entire profession. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain...

Dec 26, 202433 minEp. 336

EP.335: The Evolution of a Dietitian: Embracing Your Business Identity

Ever feel like you're wearing two hats – amazing clinician by day, budding business owner by... well, also day? You're not alone. That dance between your clinical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit is one of the biggest transformations we face as dietitians, and it's exactly what we're diving into in this special birthday episode. I'm getting real with you about my own journey from strictly-clinical-thinking to embracing my business owner identity. Trust me, it wasn't always pretty! Remember t...

Dec 19, 202427 minEp. 335
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