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4 Lessons from 3 Years of Blogging
Applauding and reflecting on achievements helps us learn, grow, and set new goals. What have I learned from 3 years of blogging?

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jul 10, 20202 min read
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Communication Can Unite Us
Communication that builds unity begins with listening, leading to trust and respect. It honors diversity and seeks common ground.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jul 3, 20202 min read
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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
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Job Opening: Father
Fathers benefit children and families in numerous ways. They are stronger, more resilient, and achieve better outcomes. Support fatherhood!

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jun 19, 20202 min read
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#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
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What do you say when you don’t know what to say?
What do you say when you don't know what to say? When is silence best? When is speaking out? Now, is the time to speak out.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Jun 5, 20203 min read
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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
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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
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Is Food Journalism for You?
Food journalism is about life, culture, and today’s cutting-edge issues, addressed through the lens of food.

Guest post by Roberta Duyff, MS, RDN, FAND, FADA
May 15, 20204 min read
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How do you spell M-O-T-H-E-R?
What characteristics describe a mother? In celebration of Mother's Day, we honor and recognize what it means to be a mother.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
May 8, 20202 min read
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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
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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
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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
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Is it time to clear the clutter?
Decluttering and deep cleaning achieve more than improve the appearance of your home. They give you back a sense of control in your life.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Apr 10, 20203 min read
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#TogetherApart - United against a common foe
Defeating COVID-19 will take a united effort in the battle. We can be #TogetherApart using 5 weapons for the fight.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Apr 3, 20202 min read
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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
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Staying socially connected while physically apart
Social distancing during the COVID-19 crisis is creating the need to connect in new ways. We must find new ways to stay social connected.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Mar 20, 20203 min read
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How good are you at selling?
Marketing principles can be implemented by those in health professions as well as those in business and can be used to "sell" health.

Barbara Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Mar 13, 20203 min read
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Lessons from a month on the beach – Year 3
What can we learn from a month at the beach? Vacations are a time for rejuvenation and reflection on what matters most.

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