As we come to the end of 2021, many clinicians are starting to think about goals and plans for 2022. Before you jump ahead to next year, I encourage you to spend some time reflecting on your current practice. Might it be tim…
Have you ever thought that you don't really need to create a service, course, or program because someone else is already doing what you wanted to do? If so, please take a few moments to listen to this episode. You can find t…
How do you get grounded and centered before working with a client? In this episode, I share a few strategies that I use. I'd love to hear more about any techniques that work for you. You can share your practices and find a t…
In today's episode, I share my perspective on the COVID vaccine for people who are trying to conceive and those who are pregnant. Remember: talk to your own primary care person to get advice about your particular situation! …
In this teeny-tiny episode, I discuss how to think about quarterly taxes so that it's not quite so painful to send in those checks every few months. Resources Mentioned Happy Money by Ken Honda My Roots course just re-opened…
At the beginning of my practice, I could never fathom paying as much as I am right now every month on mentoring and other programs/expenses that grow and support my practice. I've learned the hard way that it's easier to wor…
In this episode, I share a few thoughts on my understanding of the new OpenNotes rules that apply to licensed practitioners. Please note that these are not meant to be a full and comprehensive guide, but rather reflections o…
Have you ever felt like you're less of an herbalist if you don't run your own apothecary? In this episode, I discuss finding peace with not being able to do it all. Transcript & notes available on my website . ---
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You're an herbalist or a nutritionist going into private practice. Do you need a business plan? Nope. I don't think so. Listen to this episode to find out more & what you might do instead. Need help with some of these steps?…
In this episode, herbalist Lori Wroten shares a personal case study about an adverse reaction to herbs sold by a 3rd party seller on Amazon. If you have clients who purchase herbs or nutritional supplements from Amazon, it's…
I often get asked whether it's reasonable to charge extra for setting up/administering payment plans. In this episode, I'll share why I don't charge extra. You can find a transcript and resources on my website . Other links …
Before you buy that super tempting program or course, please pause for a few moments to ask yourself whether this is something you truly need, have time for, and can afford. In this episode, I share several questions to ask …
Are you having a hard time finding new clients? When your schedule isn't booked and you're spirits are down, it's tempting to start grasping at straws. Maybe you need to run Facebook ads? Hire a pricey consultant? Do some de…
Do the ovaries work without the uterus? Although the ovaries and uterus work hand-in-hand (so to speak), for a long time we've thought that ovarian hormone production would continue more or less unchanged if someone needed t…
In this visit, I share some things to think about if you're consistently going over the scheduled amount of time for your clinical visits. These aren't always obvious, and it's important to consider how your timing affects y…
The trials and tribulations of survey research. A paper that I've been working on with a team of other folks was published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition . It took about 2.5 years from the start of the p…
It's okay to keep things simple. Sometimes practitioners feel pressured to come up with complicated recommendations. A complicated case means someone needs a complex protocol, right? Not always. Sometimes, simple is just the…
The more clear you are about who you're aiming to serve, the easier things will be in your clinical work. Feeling confused about your target market and niche? Not even sure what the difference is between the two? Don't think…
Profit First: The book I didn't want to like. Based on the title alone, this didn't seem like something I'd be interested in. It's been recommended by so many people, though, and I'm feeling increasingly lost when it comes t…
Being in private practice can be isolating. If you're a clinician in a private practice, you may feel like very few people understand what you do and the challenges that come along with the work. It's easy to get distracted …
Do you have a referral list? It's one of those things that's easy to put off, particularly when you're just getting started with your practice. Over time, you might get busy and never quite get around to starting one. Or, pe…
Are you guilty of website perfectionism? I am. If I had my way, I could easily spend 10 or 20 hours a week tweaking things on my website. But I'm not really helping anyone when I spend that kind of time working on aesthetics…
Are probiotics safe to use in infants? I'm so glad you're asking this question. Before recommending any supplement, we should always be asking whether it's likely to be safe and effective. This is even more important when us…
Working from home while homeschooling your kids? Me, too. Y'all, it isn't easy. In fact, it isn't easy under normal circumstances. Right now we're talking about a whole new level of "not easy." In this episode I share a few …