In this episode of the Dietitian Boss Podcast, Libby Rothschild, founder of Dietitian Boss and registered dietitian, dives into the key mistakes many dietitians make in their first year of practice and offers practical strategies to avoid them. By learning from the experiences of others, you can set yourself up for success with confidence and clarity. This episode is packed with actionable steps that will help you build a sustainable and thriving practice. What you’ll learn from this episode:  Importance of Business Planning Starting with a solid business plan is crucial. Don’t jump straight into social media tactics or client interactions without first identifying your ideal client and what services you're offering. Outline your revenue goals and expenses to avoid financial stress and burnout. Setting Boundaries with Clients Avoid burnout by establishing clear office hours and boundaries with clients from the start. Enforcing policies like cancellation policies and maintaining work-life balance is essential for long-term sustainability. Marketing Essentials Relying solely on word-of-mouth referrals without a marketing plan can leave you struggling to attract new clients. Building a digital presence through social media, email lists, and eventually a website is key to business growth. Continuing Education Make continuing education a priority not only in dietetics but also in business and leadership skills. Delegating Tasks and Preventing Burnout:  Trying to handle everything yourself can lead to burnout. Learn to delegate, outsource, or automate tasks like bookkeeping and marketing. Connect with Libby: Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss  YouTube: Dietitian Boss Are you ready to get support? Team Dietitian Boss offers support to help you start, grow and scale your private practice. Book a call to learn more about what options we offer to help you based on your stage of business. Discover the seamless experience of Practice Better through our referral link! Join us on a journey of enhanced wellness and efficiency. Start here! Join our membership The Library HERE Are You Maximizing Your Marketing? Take the Quiz to Find Out and Unlock Your Full Potential as a Dietitian!  Want to hear client success stories? Review here.   Disclaimer: This episode contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely use and believe in. Your support helps keep the podcast running—thank you!