Jennifer Hernandez
PhD, RD
MO, USParticipants learn to reframe impostor thoughts, interpret burnout as career data, and build self-trust and leadership clarity using evidence-based frameworks they can apply immediately.
Jennifer Hernandez, PhD, RDN is an Associate Professor of Nutrition, speaker, and leadership coach who helps dietitians and healthcare professionals overcome impostor phenomenon, burnout, and career misalignment—without leaving the profession.
With a background spanning higher education, nutrition, and mindset coaching, Dr. Hernandez brings a research-informed, practical approach to career satisfaction and leadership development. Her work addresses the unique pressures faced by high-achieving professionals and equips them with tools to build confidence, clarity, and sustainable engagement in their work.
Jennifer’s presentations blend evidence-based insight with relatable storytelling and actionable frameworks. Audiences walk away with a clearer understanding of how their experiences shape professional identity, how to interrupt impostor thoughts, and how to realign their strengths and values with meaningful work.
She is the creator of the Reignite career clarity program and Writing Your Origin Story, a reflective framework that helps professionals reframe their lived experiences as assets for leadership and growth.
- Impostor Phenomenon in High-Achieving Professionals
- Burnout, Career Alignment, and Job Satisfaction in Dietetics
- Leadership Development for Nutrition and Healthcare Professionals
- Writing Your Origin Story: Using Lived Experience to Build Confidence and Clarity
- Dietitians and nutrition professionals
- Healthcare educators and academic programs
- Professional associations and leadership cohorts
- Early- to mid-career professionals experiencing burnout or transition
Attendees will:
- Gain practical tools to address impostor thoughts
- Reframe burnout as actionable career data
- Increase self-awareness, confidence, and professional alignment
- Leave with strategies they can apply immediately
Jennifer Hernandez, PhD, RDN is an Associate Professor of Nutrition, speaker, and leadership coach who helps dietitians and healthcare professionals overcome impostor phenomenon, burnout, and career misalignment—without leaving the profession.
With a background spanning higher education, nutrition, and mindset coaching, Dr. Hernandez brings a research-informed, practical approach to career satisfaction and leadership development. Her work addresses the unique pressures faced by high-achieving professionals and equips them with tools to build confidence, clarity, and sustainable engagement in their work.
Jennifer’s presentations blend evidence-based insight with relatable storytelling and actionable frameworks. Audiences walk away with a clearer understanding of how their experiences shape professional identity, how to interrupt impostor thoughts, and how to realign their strengths and values with meaningful work.
She is the creator of the Reignite career clarity program and Writing Your Origin Story, a reflective framework that helps professionals reframe their lived experiences as assets for leadership and growth.
- Impostor Phenomenon in High-Achieving Professionals
- Burnout, Career Alignment, and Job Satisfaction in Dietetics
- Leadership Development for Nutrition and Healthcare Professionals
- Writing Your Origin Story: Using Lived Experience to Build Confidence and Clarity
- Dietitians and nutrition professionals
- Healthcare educators and academic programs
- Professional associations and leadership cohorts
- Early- to mid-career professionals experiencing burnout or transition
Attendees will:
- Gain practical tools to address impostor thoughts
- Reframe burnout as actionable career data
- Increase self-awareness, confidence, and professional alignment
- Leave with strategies they can apply immediately
Writing Your Origin Story: Unleashing Your Inner Superhero
Format: 45-60 minute breakout/ workshop
Objectives:
Gain a deeper understanding of your unique talents and contributions to your profession.
Build resilience to combat impostor feelings.
This program is perfect for:
- individuals who are considering a career change or exploring different career paths
- individuals in the early to mid-stages of their careers who are experiencing a...
I hope no one finds out I don't know what I'm doing here (Defeat your impostor)
Format:
30-60 minute session
This program is perfect for:
- Early-career professionals who feel like they’re just “winging it” in the workplace
- Experienced RDs or educators battling imposter thoughts despite their qualifications
- Internship preceptors or mentors who want to better support mentees navigating confidence crises
- Dietitians stepping into leadership,...
Beyond Credentials: Personal Growth Strategies That Stick
Format:
30-60 minute session
This program is perfect for:
- professional development tracks, leadership cohorts, mentoring programs
The audience will leave with:
- Methods for replacing limiting beliefs with unlimited potential
- Tools for increasing self-confidence
- Ability to develop a personal and professional growth...
Developing the Leader Within You
Format: 30-60 minute presentation
This program is perfect for people who:
- Professionals looking to lead without a formal leadership title
- Clinical or community dietitians ready to grow their impact in teams or organizations
- Students and interns ready to develop communication, influence, and personal vision
- Anyone who’s been told they “have potential” but aren’t sure how to grow into...
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