EP.337: Is Your Self-Image Keeping You Small? Redefining Who You Are as a Dietitian
Release Date: 01/02/2025
Make More Money as a Dietitian | Private Practice, Business Confidence, Career Flexibility, Financial Freedom
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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 acts as either a ceiling or a launching pad for what's possible.
Whether you're feeling stuck in traditional roles or sensing there's more to your professional story, this episode will help you understand how your self-image might be holding you back – and more importantly, how to start shifting it.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
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Why so many dietitians struggle to fully own their expertise and impact
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How our professional self-image develops and why it often keeps us playing small
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The surprising ways your current self-image might be limiting your career growth
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What happens in our profession when we collectively step into our full potential
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How to recognize when you're operating from an outdated version of yourself
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The power of redefining your professional identity beyond traditional boundaries
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Why owning your true professional story matters for the entire field of nutrition
Ready to think bigger about who you are as a dietitian? This episode is your invitation to explore what's possible when you align your professional identity with your true potential. Don't miss this foundation-setting conversation that kicks off our professional identity series this month!.
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