From Dietitian to Best-Selling Author: How Toby Amidor Built a Nutrition Empire

In this episode of the Dietitian Boss podcast, Libby Rothschild, founder of Dietitian Boss, a registered dietitian interviews Wall Street Journal bestselling cookbook author Toby Amidor. Toby shares her inspiring journey from clinical dietetics to cookbook writing, media appearances, and brand consulting. She provides invaluable insights into breaking into media, securing book deals, and balancing work with personal life. If you're looking to expand your reach as a dietitian, this episode is packed with actionable tips! Bio: Toby is a Wall Street Journal bestselling cookbook author and has 11 published cookbooks. For over 17 years Toby has been the nutrition expert for FoodNetwork.com, and founding contributor to their Healthy Eats Blog. Toby is a regular contributor for many national online publications and for over 10 years has been penning the “Ask the Expert” column in Today’s Dietitian Magazine. She is also on the medical board for Forbes.com and EatThis.com and on the editorial board for Today's Dietitian Magazine. As a nutrition expert, she has been quoted in hundreds of publications and regularly appears on local and national television shows. For 11 years Toby was an adjunct professor at Teachers College, Columbia University. Toby trained as a clinical dietitian at New York University. Through ongoing consulting and faculty positions, she has established herself as one of the top experts in culinary nutrition, food safety, and media communications. In 2018, Toby was awarded by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics the coveted Media Excellence Award. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Toby transitioned from clinical dietetics to media, writing, and consulting The challenges and setbacks she faced on her journey to success Tips for dietitians looking to break into media and publishing The importance of brand partnerships and how to choose the right ones How to overcome imposter syndrome and build confidence Time management strategies for balancing work, family, and personal interests Connect with Toby: Website: www.tobyamidornutrition.com Instagram: @tobyamidor Facebook: Toby Amidor Nutrition Connect with Libby: Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss  YouTube: Dietitian Boss Resources: 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 A 9-step checklist to help start and grow your Dietitian Private Practice! 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!