Posts Tagged ‘social media’
Supermarket and Social Media Superstar
PROLOGUE: I met Leah back in early 2001 after we both started working as supermarket RDs. We were part of a small group of dietitians who were hired to work with various retailers across the country as part of a new wave of grocery store nutrition programs. Following in the footsteps of a few very…
Read MoreA Follow Spot on Dr. Sandra Frank, Renaissance Woman
PROLOGUE: The term Renaissance man (or woman!) defines a person of many talents and interests. Sandra Frank, Ed.D, RD, LDN certainly fits this definition. She combines the best of her right and left brains. She was a pioneer in using computers and nutrition analysis software. She continues to consult in this field today. On the…
Read MoreWant to Be an Expert Communicator? Here’s a Showcase of Real Life Examples from the Pros
Excellent communication starts with being clear, concise and compelling. And memorable, meaningful messages need to have what I call the “OOOh! Factor” – they need to be Organized, have some Originality to them, and make your audience say “Oh! I get it! I can do that!” I’ve been collecting clips and examples of dietitians in…
Read MoreFrom Boot Camp to Homeland Security…This RD is on a Mission!
Follow Spot on Teresa Wagner PROLOGUE: Teresa and I have known each other for years as we were both dairy council dietitians but in different regions (she was based in Texas and I was based in Chicago). Most of our work together was as national media spokespersons for the National Dairy Council which we both…
Read MoreNutrition and Communications are a Perfect Pair for this Dietitian
PROLOGUE: There are only a few people you meet in life and think “is it possible this person is really this nice?” Vicki is one of those people. So I was more “pleasantly” than “surprised” when she was one of the first dietitians to respond to my request for guest bloggers. Not only have I…
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