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Communication is learned, let’s teach it!
Have you ever heard the sentiment that someone skilled in something was a “born __________ (athlete, musician, teacher, speaker…)”? All...

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 22, 20213 min read


Mentoring Makes a Difference
Is anyone out there lacking motivation? I for one have noticed that the world seems to be in a major slump. The pandemic has zapped us...

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Dec 4, 20203 min read


Improvement starts with assessment
What is the first step in building a skill, making a change, or achieving any type of self-improvement? Assessment - An honest and...

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Nov 6, 20202 min read


What do experts need most?
What do experts need most? Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are the food and nutrition experts, does that knowledge guarantee their...

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Oct 30, 20203 min read


Creating communication? Collaborate!
"Effective messages are created with and for an audience." Collaborate with your audience from assessing needs through evaluating outcomes.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Oct 2, 20204 min read


Where will your career story lead you?
Sharing my career story recently on several podcasts, I have been reminded how our career journeys take shape and how skills and...

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Aug 28, 20204 min read


It takes a team
The team of authors, reviewers, editors, and designers completed four years of work and now Communicating Nutrition is a published book!!

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Aug 14, 20203 min read


Writing leaves a legacy
As Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide becomes a reality – I reflect on my “why” for writing... It was to leave a legacy.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Aug 7, 20203 min read


A Book is Born!
How is writing a book like birthing a baby? Which one takes longer? Read how Communicating Nutrition came into being.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jul 24, 20203 min read


Are you creating video?
Video is the preferred way to consume content online. Creating high-impact video is easier than ever with these 5 tips.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jun 26, 20203 min read


#BetterTogether
Teamwork accomplishes what solo effort cannot. It brings a greater depth and breadth to communication.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jun 12, 20203 min read


A Change of Plans
We are all experiencing a huge, major change in plans. What can we do? We can improvise and as a result we can build resilience.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
May 29, 20203 min read


Can we Zoom better?
Zooming is how we meet today. Get 5 tips for doing it better.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
May 22, 20203 min read


Connect to Communicate – even virtually
Virtual communication has replaced in-person during our pandemic-induced quarantine. To be successful, we must still effectively connect.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
May 1, 20203 min read


Have you ever had to eat your words?
Winston Churchill described "eating your words" to be a wholesome diet. Here's my story of when I had to "eat my words." Never say never.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Apr 24, 20203 min read


5 tips for communicating with calm and clarity in a crisis
Crisis communication saves lives. Communicate promptly, accurately, clearly, and calmly. Be an essential resource.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Apr 17, 20203 min read


Welcome to WFH – the new normal
Working from home has become the new normal. What are the challenges it presents? What strategies make it work?

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Mar 27, 20203 min read


Have You Found What Makes You Special?
What makes us unique makes us valuable and turns our weaknesses into strengths. Take time to be introspective. You are special.

Guest post by Sarah Crulcich, MPH, RD, LD
Feb 28, 20204 min read


Say no like a 3-year-old
“No way! No how!” is our granddaughter Emily’s favorite saying currently. If she doesn’t want to do something, she doesn’t sugar coat it or apologize, she tells you straight out. Only time will tell if this tendency is replaced with a desire to “people please” and avoid letting people down. Saying “yes” to be helpful and generous. To be appreciated. All noble traits, but at what expense? Saying yes is also saying no. Many years ago, when I was a young mother juggling work, h

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 31, 20202 min read


Why is networking the key to your next job? It's who you know.
Are you looking for work, or open to a career change? Would you like job offers to come to you? How do most people find jobs? According...

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 24, 20203 min read
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