DEATS with Deanna: Discussions around Food & Entrepreneurship

Building a strong personal brand does not come from sharing more credentials, creating more content, or following another formula. Often, the most powerful way to stand out online is by learning how to tell the stories that reveal who you are, what you believe, and why your work matters. In this episode, Deanna sits down with Elizabeth Brett, a former NBC reporter turned storytelling coach, to dis...

Building a successful nutrition business does not always require more followers, more one-on-one clients, or more hours worked. Sometimes the biggest breakthrough comes from getting clear on who you want to serve, creating offers that align with your passion, and learning how to market and sell with confidence. In this episode, Deanna sits down with registered dietitian Liz to discuss her journey...

If you're a dietitian, nutrition coach, or online health entrepreneur, understanding the legal side of business is more important than ever. From client contracts and scope of practice to social media claims and marketing ethics, many business owners unknowingly put themselves at risk without realizing it. In this episode, Deanna sits down with legal educator, author, and seven-figure entrepreneur...

In this episode, I'm sitting down with someone who has seen every version of me...before the business, before entrepreneurship, before healing my relationship with food, and even before I really knew who I was. My mom joins me for a conversation about motherhood, reinvention, resilience, and what it was like watching me navigate some of the hardest seasons of my life. Together, we talk about my ea...

Have you ever felt like you're working harder than ever in your business, but still not seeing the results you want? In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Greg, better known online as The Ski PT. Greg helps skiers recover from injuries and get back on the mountain with confidence, but what makes his story so powerful is the transformation he experienced inside Online Entrepreneur Academy. When...

Building a business while raising a family can feel like constantly being pulled in two directions and this conversation is such an honest look at what it takes to create something sustainable without losing yourself in the process.   In this episode, I'm sitting down with Victoria Dertouzos, speech language pathologist, private practice owner, and creator of Stuttering Therapy Academy, for a powe...

If you've ever wondered what it really looks like to build a successful business in the online nutrition space without following the "perfect" path, this episode is going to challenge everything you think you know about entrepreneurship. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Megan Hansen, registered dietician and founder of a seven-figure nutrition business built almost entirely through organic m...

If you've ever walked out of a doctor's appointment feeling dismissed, confused, or like something was missed… this episode is going to change how you think about your healthcare. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Nikki Sapiro Vinckier, a former OB-GYN physician assistant turned reproductive health advocate and founder of Take Back Trust. Nikki pulls back the curtain on what's actually happen...

If you've ever felt like you need more credentials, more time, or more experience before you're "allowed" to start your business… this episode is going to challenge everything you've been telling yourself. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Alli Bollinger, who went from inconsistent, unpredictable income to building a multi–five-figure coaching business all while still in school. She shares ho...

If you're showing up on social media consistently but not seeing consistent sales, this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm breaking down three major shifts happening in online marketing and social media selling in 2026 and why many entrepreneurs are struggling to convert followers into paying clients. I'm sharing the exact content and marketing shifts she's teaching inside her programs that...

What shifts when you stop trying to help everyone and finally build your business around the women you are truly meant to serve?   In this episode, I sit down with Sophie Forbes-Johnson, clinical nutritionist and women's hormone specialist, to talk about niching into perimenopause, raising her prices, and building a premium one-on-one offer that actually delivers life-changing results. Sophie shar...

What do you do when brand deals fall through, clients ghost you, and you start wondering… is it me? Behind the scenes of the last few weeks, things have felt heavy. Two brand partnerships pulled out last minute. A six-year partnership ended. Clients committed and backed out. Someone said she was ready to buy… and then disappeared without a word. In this episode, I'm sharing what it really looks li...

What happens when you stop building your business the way everyone else says you should—and fully own your niche and your voice?   In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Louie, aka The Hip Doc Sarah, to talk about what it really looks like to niche down, simplify your offers, and build a profitable online practice as a physical therapist. Sarah shares how she transitioned from traditional clinic w...

What happens when a dietitian gets tired of watching misinformation, fear tactics, and half-truths shape how women understand their bodies—and decides to write the book she wishes she'd had at diagnosis?   In today's episode, I'm welcoming back Cory Ruth for an honest, empowering conversation about PCOS, body literacy, and why she believes understanding your physiology is one of the most powerful...

What actually happens inside a room full of women earning seven figures? In this episode, I'm sharing behind the scenes from my second experience attending a seven-figure mastermind hosted by Jasmine Star and how different it felt from the first time she entered the room. From imposter syndrome and comparison to confidence, clarity, and calm...this episode breaks down the biggest lies women believ...

What does it really take to grow a business in 2026 without burning out, sounding like a bot, or building something you secretly hate managing? In the first official episode of 2026, I'm breaking down the real trends I'm seeing across entrepreneurship, marketing, and the dietitian space straight from the front lines of my own seven-figure business. This isn't AI-generated predictions or recycled i...

What does it actually look like to build a six-figure nutrition business in your very first year as a dietitian—while juggling multiple jobs, battling self-doubt, and trying to create a program women actually want? Today, I sit down with metabolism dietitian and OEA alum Morgan Yarborough for a powerful conversation on entrepreneurship, niche clarity, and the mindset shifts that took her from over...

What does it actually take to grow a business in 2026, especially when the algorithm changes daily, your niche feels crowded, and you're trying to scale without burning yourself to the ground? Today, I sit down with powerhouse entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and mentor Jasmine Star for a raw conversation on marketing, mindset, and what it really looks like to build an empire with intention.   Jasmi...

Ever had a moment where your personal health forces you to rethink everything about how you're working, eating, and building your business? That was my reality this year. In this episode, I'm opening up about my unexpected osteopenia diagnosis in my thirties—how it shook me, what it revealed about my past with disordered eating, and why it's reshaping the way I run my business heading into 2026.  ...

Feeling stretched thin by the pressure to "do it all" online? In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on what the creator landscape really feels like in 2025. I'm sitting down with world-renowned dietitian and mega-creator Abbey Sharp, who's built a multi-platform empire over 14 years… and is finally saying the quiet part out loud: the hustle, the burnout, the imposter syndrome, the pressu...

Are you feeling like business just hits different right now? You're not imagining it. In this episode, I'm breaking down what's actually working in 2025—and calling out the fake "ease and flow" narratives that are leaving so many entrepreneurs feeling stuck and questioning their own hard work.   The truth? The economy has shifted, ad costs are up, clients are more hesitant, and trust takes longer...

What really goes down behind the booth at FNCE? Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on what it's actually like to attend the world's largest food and nutrition conference as a dietitian business owner. From booth setup chaos to VIP brand events and everything in between, I'm sharing the highlights, surprises, and behind-the-scenes lessons from my fourth year at FNCE. If you've ever wondered whethe...

Let's talk about the real ways to make money as a business owner. After working with hundreds of entrepreneurs (and trying almost everything myself), I'm breaking down which income streams are actually worth your time—and which ones just aren't it. From one-on-one coaching and group programs to brand deals, affiliate links, and more, I'm giving you my honest take on what works, what doesn't, and h...

Ever wondered what it really takes to land speaking opportunities at top universities and use your business to impact the next generation? In this episode I'm sharing behind-the-scenes opf my experience presenting to Master's students at UC Berkeley. From how I landed the opportunity to the powerful lessons I took away from their questions, I'm breaking down the truth about entrepreneurship, showi...

Feeling stuck in your body (and business) after baby? This week's guest, Leanne Thomas, shares her powerful story of navigating postpartum depression, hip misalignment, and burnout—all while trying to build a business that truly helps moms feel strong again. A military spouse, fitness instructor, and OEA alum, Leanne transformed her struggling low-ticket fitness app into a thriving, high-touch pos...