You’re stuck in the endless loop of “I’m not ready yet.” You keep adding certifications, reading more books, and waiting for that magical moment when you’ll finally feel confident enough to start your practice or raise your rates.

 

Here’s the thing nobody tells you about that confidence you’re waiting for: it’s not coming. At least not in the way you think it will. Because confidence isn’t something you acquire and then use – it’s something you build through action. But there’s something even more powerful than confidence that successful dietitians use to navigate uncertainty, connect with clients, and build thriving practices.

 

What if the very thing you think is holding you back, not knowing enough, not feeling ready, is actually your greatest business asset? What if curiosity, not confidence, is the secret weapon that transforms fear into freedom and doubt into discovery?

 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE

In this episode, I’m sharing why curiosity beats confidence every time when it comes to building a successful nutrition practice. This is for dietitians who are tired of waiting to feel “ready” and want to start taking action from a place of genuine engagement rather than manufactured confidence. 

Here’s the breakdown: 

• Why the confidence trap keeps you stuck in analysis paralysis and how to break free
• The neuroscience behind why curiosity and fear can’t coexist (and how to use this to your advantage)
• How leading with curiosity makes you magnetic to ideal clients instead of trying to prove your expertise
• Three specific practices to cultivate curiosity in your business and client interactions
• Why curious dietitians naturally develop authentic confidence that doesn’t depend on knowing all the answers
• The ripple effect of curiosity on your pricing, boundaries, and client attraction

 

RESOURCES & LINKS

Free Resource:

• The Private Practice Foundations Blueprint 

Related Episodes:

• Episode 205: Curiosity
• Episode 223: Resiliency

CONNECT & TAKE ACTION

Find Christine:

• • Email: christine@manipuracentre.co
  • Podcast: Make More Money as a Dietitian on Apple Podcasts | Spotify
  • Community: Join 1200+ dietitians in The Make More Money as a Dietitian Community 
  • Instagram: @money.mindset.dietitian

Your Next Steps:

Step 1: Get Curious & Take Action
Pick one area where you’ve been waiting for confidence and ask: “What would I try if I were curious instead of scared?”

Step 2: Get Coached
Explore working with Christine directly through 1:1 coaching to transform your relationship with your professional identity at manipuracentre.co/booking

Step 3: Join the Community
Connect with other dietitians transforming their careers in our free Facebook group, The Make More Money as a Dietitian Community