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How can I be an effective communicator? With flexibility and teachability.
To be effective in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, an effective communicator needs to exhibit flexibility and teachability.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 243 min read


How can I be an effective communicator? With genuine courtesy, grace, and respect.
This post is the second in a series examining the qualities and skills needed to be an effective communicator, including genuine courtesy.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 174 min read


What qualities and skills are needed to be an effective communicator?
Effective communication requires the communicator to possess a mixture of personal qualities and skills. Qualities and skills to be learned.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 103 min read


Does your new year need a fresh perspective?
Do you anticipate the year ahead with eyes that see possibilities or dread? What you “see” depends on your perspective. Get a fresh one.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jan 34 min read


So many types of bias! How can I easily know which one is which?
This blog post will define the main categories of bias and describe some of the most common types.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Dec 6, 20244 min read


Can a communicator manage misinformation? Yes! Here's credible help.
Misinformation is wrong or misleading information. In this post, we will explore a helpful strategy for managing misinformation.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Nov 15, 20243 min read


Do you communicate about food, nutrition, or science? Here's credible help.
Do you communicate about food, nutrition, or science? Do you find it challenging to counteract misinformation? Here's credible help.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Nov 8, 20242 min read


What is the power of a picture? Images speak louder than words.
When you create communication, how often do you include photos or other forms of visual aids? What role do they play?

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Nov 1, 20243 min read


How do you say hello? First impressions matter.
Communication needs a connection between sender and receiver. It forms a relationship. A good first impression sets it up for success. A neg

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Oct 18, 20243 min read


Do you love or hate teams? Quotes can inspire you to embrace teamwork.
Whenever teamwork is required and not especially desired, harness the power of quotes to inspire you to embrace teamwork.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Oct 4, 20244 min read


Do you need inspiration? Harness the power of quotes to feel creative.
Would you like to feel more creative? You can. And it won’t require any coursework or classes, just a reminder that we are all creative.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Sep 27, 20243 min read


How can you inspire and influence? Harness the power of well-selected quotes.
Quotes support a message by providing the wisdom of others. They can enlighten and inspire, memorably illustrating a point.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Aug 23, 20243 min read


Are your messages negative or positive? Reframe hard truths to empower audiences.
Many messages regarding nutrition and health come across as negative but positive framing is often preferred and possibly more effective.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Aug 9, 20243 min read


How can you empower and inspire? Learn the art of effective encouragement.
The actions needed to empower and inspire others may take many forms, but all will involve the act of encouragement.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Aug 2, 20243 min read


What is a SOCO and why do I need one for clear communication?
The definition of SOCO that relates to communication is Single Overriding Communication Objective. SOCOs help communicators achieve clarity.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jul 26, 20243 min read


Teaching Nutrition Effectively: Consider the Learner’s Readiness and Situation
Who are you teaching? How does their current role affect their readiness to learn and what are the situations and problems of concern?

Guest post by Brandon Lee, MS, RD, CCRP
Jun 28, 20244 min read


Teaching Nutrition Effectively: Consider the Learner’s Autonomy and Experience
Andragogy is the art and science of helping adults learn. Helping adults learn is embedded in dietetics practice.

Guest post by Brandon Lee, MS, RD, CCRP
Jun 21, 20244 min read


Is your communication CLEAR? Yes. When we practice these 5 principles.
CLEAR is an acronym standing for 5 principles of clear communication. This acronym was developed by Dr. Rene Roberts, MD, MS, FAAFP.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Is your communication CLEAR? Yes. When we repeat and reinforce.
Messages are more effective when they are repeated and reinforced.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jun 7, 20242 min read


Is your communication CLEAR? Yes. When we actively listen.
To know whether communication is clear to an audience requires listening. Active listening. This post explores why, when and how.

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
May 31, 20245 min read
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