DEATS with Deanna: Discussions around Food & Entrepreneurship15 Jun

Can You Actually Say That Online? FTC Rules Every Dietitian Should Know with Sam Vander Wielen

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 Sam Vander Wielen to discuss the biggest legal mistakes health professionals make when building online businesses. Sam shares her journey from lawyer to health coach to legal educator, helping over 150,000 business owners legally protect and grow their companies.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

How Sam transitioned from practicing law to building a multi-seven-figure online business
The difference between working as a dietitian versus working as a coach
Why your professional credentials do not automatically expand your coaching scope of practice
Common legal mistakes dietitians and nutrition entrepreneurs make when starting online businesses
Why separate business entities may be necessary for private practice and coaching offers
The importance of contracts, disclaimers, and clear client boundaries
What health professionals can legally say on social media
Why words like "cure," "heal," "diagnose," and "treat" can create legal issues
How to discuss weight loss, client results, and testimonials without making misleading claims
The role of context when sharing transformation stories and success results
Why trust has become more important than ever in online marketing
Sam's simple content strategy that supports consistent seven-figure growth
How email marketing became the cornerstone of her business
The structure behind her recent $500,000 launch
Why simplicity often outperforms complexity in business growth
The growing concerns around AI cloning, voice replication, and content ownership
Legal considerations creators should understand before signing brand contracts

Connect with Sam:

Sam Vander Wielen's book: When I Start My Business I'll Be Happy
Sam's podcast: On Your Terms
Sam Sidebar Newsletter
The Ultimate (Legal) Bundle
Instagram: @samvanderwielen

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