Are your client packages burning you out or building your business? Tune in as we tackle the common trap of doing too much for too little and explain how to create offers that are both effective and sustainable. Hosts Umo and Bri get real about their own “broke helper” era, the pressure to over-deliver, and how they finally found balance by setting smart boundaries. You’ll learn how to design clear, valuable packages that feel good to sell and deliver, plus how to price based on both your time and your energy. Whether you’re solo or scaling with a team, this episode will help you rethink how to serve your clients without draining yourself.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro
(1:17) What makes a package feel good for you and your client
(2:00) The “broke helper” trap and how to stop overgiving
(5:00) Why boundaries start with your packages
(6:20) How clarity in offers helps avoid client confusion
(10:00) The danger of copying someone else’s packages
(12:25) The 3 P’s of building your signature offer: Problem, Promise, Process
(19:15) Time vs. value-based pricing
(20:12) Adjusting packages for life seasons (maternity leave, capacity shifts)
(27:29) Final thoughts: Can you consistently deliver what you’re offering?

Are you undercharging for your services and second-guessing your rates? You’re not alone. In this episode of Hot Tea with Umo & Bri, the duo shares the real talk every wellness, fitness, and sports nutrition professional needs to hear: how to price your services with confidence, how to raise your rates without guilt, and why your worth isn’t up for debate. They open up about their own missteps, the importance of aligning pricing with impact, and why imposter syndrome doesn’t get to decide your value. Whether you're brand new or rethinking your packages, this episode is packed with advice, practical steps, and mindset shifts to help you build a profitable business rooted in real value.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:
(1:40) Struggles with pricing and imposter syndrome
(4:30) Charging for your time and unseen work
(7:00) Confidence is the foundation
(10:01) Show the transformation, set the rate
(12:02) Helpful tools and pricing calculators
(13:25) Knowing when it’s time to raise your rates
(19:00) Communicating pricing changes with clients and brands
(23:26) Serving different income levels with intention
(27:10) Practical tips to audit and adjust your rates
(28:05) Building belief in your value

Is accepting insurance as a wellness or nutrition professional a smart move or a nightmare waiting to happen? In this episode, the duo gets honest about their journeys with insurance, sharing both wins and growing pains. From expanding client access and boosting revenue to denied claims and unexpected headaches, they walk you through what taking insurance has looked like in real life, not just on paper. Whether you’re a new RD or a seasoned pro, this episode will help you decide what’s right for your business, goals, and sanity.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:

(1:13) The insurance question every dietitian asks
(2:22) How COVID shifted the game
(5:28) Access and values in your private practice
(6:56) From self-pay to insurance: a real transition story
(10:53) Why insurance is a game-changer for athletes
(13:01) Pros of accepting insurance
(17:45) Let’s talk cons: denied claims and delays
(24:18) Self-pay vs insurance: building hybrid options
(26:05) Helpful resources and who to follow
(27:15) Final thoughts: Is it right for your practice?

Can you really grow a business and raise a family without losing yourself in the process? In this episode of Hot Tea with Umo and Bri, we’re talking straight to the wellness coaches, dietitians, fitness professionals, and mompreneurs trying to do it all. We share raw, honest stories of how their ideas about “balance” have shifted over time, especially as kids, marriage, and business all started pulling in different directions. From setting boundaries to dealing with mom guilt, carving out rest, and building smart systems, this conversation is both encouraging and practical. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at everything while trying to give your best to everyone, this one’s for you. Remember: rest is not a reward. It’s necessary.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:33) Why “Somebody’s Mama, Somebody’s CEO” is more than just a title
(2:03) What balance looks like in real life
(3:21) Raising kids while running a business
(3:54) Boundaries and saying no
(7:11) Letting go of perfection
(9:02) Scheduling rest on purpose
(13:22) Helpful tools and tech that save time and energy
(17:21) Protecting your peace with structure
(21:00) Setting communication rules for your team and clients
(25:21) Redefining productivity and hustle
(31:15) Giving yourself grace in messy seasons
(33:05) Mini getaways and unplugging on purpose
(34:30) Outro

Are you feeling swamped in your business and wondering who you should hire first? Should it be a virtual assistant, a social media pro, or another clinician? In this episode of Hot Tea with Umo and Bri, your hosts share their honest experiences with hiring for their growing practices. They break down the real-life challenges and lessons learned, like hiring out of panic, creating a solid SOP, and the importance of doing a time audit. This isn’t just about hiring, it’s about hiring smart. Tune in to hear how to avoid costly mistakes and set yourself up for success, one thoughtful hire at a time.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(1:30) Who should you hire first?

(2:18) The pressure of hiring early in business

(4:04) Roles of a virtual assistant vs. a dietitian

(7:06) Knowing what you need before hiring

(10:06) Mistakes to avoid when hiring

(11:27) SOPs and setting expectations

(12:10) Time audits and identifying your needs

(14:13) Determining hours and ROI

(20:21) No one-size-fits-all hiring approach

(21:37) Sneak peek of next episode: work-life balance tips

What if the best way to grow your business wasn’t on Instagram ads or fancy funnels, but through genuine connection and showing up as your real self? In this episode, we talk with Christina Chu, a Boston-based sports dietitian and founder of Christina Chu Nutrition. Christina shares how she grew a thriving client base starting from scratch during the early days of COVID. With zero dollars spent on advertising, she built her business through word of mouth, authentic partnerships, and simply offering her skills for free to the right people. She breaks down how she chose gyms, protected her brand, stayed true to her values, and still finds joy in content creation. If you're a wellness pro trying to get clients without selling out, this is a must-listen.

A Chicago-area/virtual sports dietitian who serves athletes, including professional fighters, D1 wrestlers, NWSL players, actors, former NFL athletes, corporate executives, youth baseball recruits, and more. She maximizes athlete potential through science-driven, realistic, and effective nutrition interventions. Every athlete is truly unique, which should be embraced, not diminished, when developing a proper fueling strategy.

Reach out to Christina:
Web: https://www.christinaychu.com/
IG: @christinaychu
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ChristinaChuStudios
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-y-chu/

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(4:11) Growing through word-of-mouth and referrals
(5:41) Being a woman of color in wellness
(7:41) Common mistakes new dietitians make
(10:11) Finding aligned clients and dietitian referrals
(12:41) Building gym partnerships
(18:11) Using free sessions to build trust
(22:30) Clear messaging vs aesthetic marketing
(24:41) Selling without overselling
(34:11) Vetting brand partnerships
(39:19) Gut checks and knowing when to say no
(44:37) Final advice for starting out and growing sustainably

Are you starting a business and feeling overwhelmed by all the things you think you need to do? In this episode of Hot Tea with Umo and Bri, the ladies get real about how they each launched their businesses, from juggling school, motherhood, and contracts to saying yes way too often and learning to say no. They talk about what you actually need to start (spoiler: it’s not a fancy website), how to legally protect your brand, why your business bank account matters, and how to set up systems that make life easier now and later. Whether you’re working full-time or starting a side hustle, this episode gives you a grounded, honest look at what works, what doesn’t, and how to stay focused on your vision without burning out.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:30) Starting your business: side hustle or full-time
(5:00) Shifting from student to business owner
(7:48) What do you think you need vs. what’s truly essential
(11:02) Setting up your legal structure
(18:31) Getting your NPI and other practitioner basics
(19:03) Business bank accounts and keeping finances clean
(22:04) Systems and platforms to simplify your workflow
(27:56) Understanding and defining your service offerings
(32:45) Creating a realistic, sustainable work schedule
(36:18) Outro

Ever felt like school left out the most important stuff about starting your career? In this episode, the hosts get real about the gaps between certifications and running a business. They share the struggles of figuring things out on their own, from setting up LLCs to learning how to hire and create systems, with no handbook in sight.

Umo and Bri talk about the power of mentorship, leaning on community, and using free resources when funds are tight. They also offer personal stories about making mistakes, learning from chaos, and staying consistent even when things get tough. If you're in the early stages of building your business or feeling overwhelmed, this episode will leave you feeling seen and supported.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:23) The reality after getting certified
(3:57) Feeling lost and figuring it out
(5:51) Starting without money or guidance
(9:06) Community support and networking
(11:06) What school didn’t teach us
(16:39) Finding your lane by spotting the gaps
(19:42) Mentorship and real-life guidance
(24:48) Free tools and resources
(27:36) Learning key business skills the hard way
(35:00) Growth through chaos and setbacks
(37:15) Final tips for staying grounded
(39:46) Outro

In our very first episode of Hot Tea with Umo and Bri, we’re spilling the tea on what it really looks like to build a career in sports nutrition and wellness... without a roadmap, without a blueprint, and definitely without perfect confidence.

We open up about starting our businesses in complete uncertainty, taking messy action, navigating motherhood, and battling the self-doubt that comes when you're the only one in the room who looks like you. From landing our first clients to reaching a breaking point that forced a major pivot, we share the moments that shaped us and the mindset shifts that kept us going.

Whether you’re a dietitian, an entrepreneur, or someone trying to find your voice in a space that wasn’t built for you, this episode is your reminder: you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to begin.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(1:10) Welcome to Hot Tea with Umo and Bri and how their careers began

(3:00) Navigating early uncertainty and building a career without a model

(5:04) First client moments and finding confidence through small wins

(7:10) The 2022 business crisis that led to a critical pivot

(10:37) Family, identity shifts, and redefining confidence

(13:19) Doing things scared and taking chances in entrepreneurship

(16:57) Advice they wish they had when starting out

(20:51) Why documenting your vision matters in moments of doubt

(22:35) Final encouragement: You don’t need to have it all figured out

In this kickoff episode, Umo and Bri introduce Hot Tea with Umo & Bri—the podcast for sports nutrition, fitness, and wellness professionals ready to take control of their careers, break down barriers, and build sustainable success on their own terms.

With 30 years of combined experience, these two powerhouse sports dietitians and entrepreneurs are here to spill the real tea: the lessons, the strategies, the struggles, and the wins that no one talks about. From imposter syndrome and brand building to attracting clients and generating income beyond the 9-to-5, they're pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to thrive in this industry.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, you're not alone anymore. Grab your hot tea, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to build the career you’ve always wanted... with zero gatekeeping and a whole lot of heart.

• Umo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian/
• Bri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathletitian/

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