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Joy, what advice do you have for dietitians
who want to pursue a career in nutrition
communications?
With all the diverse experience I’ve had-
clinical, media, food industry, etc.-I’ve
learned that there are three things everyone
who wants to be successful needs to possess,
and they all start with “P”:
• Passion. Everything I have today
stemmed from passion. If you’re not
passionate about what you’re doing right
now, find something else. I can’t stress
how important this is. Find what makes
your heart sing and start with that.
• Persistence. Don’t take no for an answer.
If you want something badly enough,
you have to go after it and fight for it.
Be pliable and find ways to make your
mission a reality.
• Patience. Nothing happens overnight.
I’ve faced every obstacle under the sun
in my career - but these struggles and
mishaps make the victories that much
sweeter.
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