Chris Barker – The Man, the Myth… The THSA Grad! (Part One)

We recently had the opportunity to sit down with international fitness professional, CEO of The Lifestyle Clinic, and graduate of The Health Sciences Academy, Christopher (Chris) Barker. Not only did he provide us with expert insight into growing a sustainable business in the area of fitness and nutrition, he also shared some of his personal…

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What’s the Best Business Model for My Nutrition Practice?

Your business model is the operational and transactional structure you’ll use to provide and capture value. In short, it’s how you’ll organise your business and generate your income. A business plan, model, and legal structure are all very different things that come together to create a roadmap for your entrepreneurial journey… You’ll need to choose…

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5 Common Nutrition Business Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

The best way to avoid making mistakes is to know how to identify and avoid them! And the same principle can carry over into your nutrition business… Many nutrition professionals have placed such an emphasis on positive thinking and visualisation (which isn’t a bad thing), that sometimes they forget to acknowledge and address potential problems.…

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Who Can Really Give Professional Nutrition Advice (and Who Can’t)?

Fad diets, meal planning services, supplement vendors, and manufactured coaches bombard us with “nutrition” advice on a daily basis. Everyone says that they have THE answer… and, unfortunately, masses of people believe them… So, who really can give nutrition advice? The answer: anyone who wants to. Yes, you read that right! Anyone can give nutrition…

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Three Powerful Ways to Expand Your Nutrition Practice WITHOUT a Website or Social Media

We live in a digital world and many of us have grown up with instant access to information. Everything anyone needs to know is only a click away, and many companies have learned to capitalise on this. But with the internet being so saturated with nutrition businesses, practices, and coaching opportunities, how can you compete…

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The Evolution of the Successful Nutrition Professional: Part Four, Are You Ready to Race?

The connection between preparing to drive and evolving into an accomplished racer is no accident! The same kind of evolution takes place for almost everyone entering nutrition entrepreneurship… Unless you’ve graced the cover of Forbes, then you probably need (and appreciate) all the help you can get. Even the most knowledgeable nutrition professional won’t be…

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The Evolution of the Successful Nutrition Professional: Part One, Fueling up!

Becoming a successful nutrition professional isn’t something that happens overnight. It’s a personal, professional, and educational process that involves serious commitment and a genuine passion for health. In other words, it’s an Evolution! You begin with curiosity and the drive to explore your passion for nutrition… Maybe you find yourself scouring the internet for the…

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How to Craft the Perfect Nutrition Elevator Pitch

How do you sell your services in 30 seconds or less? If you said, “with an elevator pitch” then you’re right on the money (figuratively and literally). How do you sell your services in 30 seconds or less? If you said, “with an elevator pitch” then you’re right on the money (figuratively and literally). But…

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Overcoming Impostor Syndrome

We’ve talked to many professionals from all over the world who have practised nutrition in some impressive circles. But regardless of their experience or their accomplishments, many still don’t feel like they belong… Does this sound familiar? Have you experienced feeling that you just aren’t on par with other professionals in your field – even…

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You’re a Nutrition Professional: Stop Working for Free!

You don’t become a nutrition professional overnight (not a legitimate one anyway). You work hard, learn the material, pay for your education, and earn your credentials… No one gave you your professional diploma. So why is it that so many people give their services away for free? We know that becoming a nutrition professional isn’t…

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