Career Development

The 2015 RDBA Retail Dietitian of the Year shares her insights on what it takes to be a leader in retail dietetics.

Dietitians can now gain a certificate in retail dietetics through a new program offered by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

As health continues to be a major concern for consumers, dietitians are appearing in greater numbers across the retail spectrum. The recent growth in the number of food stores and chains having dietitians on staff is reflected in the RETAIL DIETITIANS BUSINESS ALLIANCE’s 2014 Salary Survey Retail Report. Find out what the Food Institute featured here.

The deadline for RDBA’s Retail Dietitian of the Year Award applications is March 27. This award recognizes a retail dietitian who shows leadership in utilizing business skills and industry knowledge to positively impact consumer behavior change through the retail sector. The award will be presented at the FMI Connect show in Chicago from June 8-11, 2015.

Searching for a new job or pursuing a coveted promotion as a retail dietitian can be one of the most challenging and emotional experiences of your life. Here are five tips from Tricia Molloy, Corporate Leadership Speaker on Work-Life Balance and Achieving Goals, to help you capitalize on the power of your subconscious mind and use strategies like affirmations and gratitude, to gain the clarity, confidence and commitment you need to succeed. By following these five steps, based on Tricia's "CRAVE Your Goals!" program, you’ll have a competitive edge to secure the position that’s right for you.

Last week, RDBA featured part one of an exclusive interview with Joan Toth, President and CEO of the Network of Executive Women, to chat about the future of business. Read on for part two and find out some of the issues holding women back in the workplace. 

Curious to know how your salary stands up? Read the results of RDBA’s Retail Dietitian Salary Survey in our Salary Survey Retail Report.  Log in to RDBA’s Member’s Section to access to the full report.

Now that you’ve gotten the results of RDBA’s Salary Survey, it’s time to take action. Here are some tips to put the survey to work for you.

Salary negotiations are a hot topic that’s often met with anxiety. Get your head in the game to make the most of these opportunities. 

We are excited to share the continued education experience of Allison Yoder, MA, RD, LD. Find out how Allison managed her education while working and how she navigated Hy-Vee’s tuition assistance program.