Dietetics is an expensive field to join, but the conventional clinical route often comes with unsatisfying pay and rigid hours. Between crushing student loans and finding work with fair compensation, it’s common for dietitians to feel like they’re stuck in a loop. If the 9-to-5 pace doesn’t offer the personal fulfillment or financial freedom you hoped, it’s time to learn how to start a dietitian private practice.

We’ve assembled our top tips for launching your personal brand in this easy-to-follow guide. Let’s pull back the curtain on dietetics' best-kept secret: you can go independent and create the lifestyle you want as a Registered Dietitian!

Research Your Market and Ideal Client

Before you go full steam and sign a lease for office space, it’s wise to invest in market research. Whether you rent a brick-and-mortar location or meet clients online, learning about the current landscape will reveal opportunities, like market gaps. This is also...