Hot Tea with Umo & Bri
Hot Tea with Umo and Bri is the go-to podcast for sports nutritionists, fitness pros, and wellness entrepreneurs who are ready to stop playing small and start building careers with purpose, power, and profit. Hosted by Umo Callins, a sports dietitian and fitness coach blazing trails in male-dominated spaces, and Briana Butler, a performance dietitian and former pro athlete, this show is your unfiltered backstage pass to what it really takes to thrive in this industry.
Together, they bring over 30 years of experience and a no-gatekeeping approach. They will be sharing the lessons they learned (sometimes the hard way) on building brands, attracting clients, and creating multiple streams of income. From imposter syndrome to industry visibility, you’ll hear real stories, actionable strategies, and expert conversations designed to help you turn your passion into a sustainable, standout career.
If you’re serious about growth, crave transparency, and are ready to rewrite the rules of your profession, pour a cup and join the conversation. Welcome to Hot Tea with Umo and Bri!
Hot Tea with Umo & Bri
The Truth about Insurance-Based Practices (ft. Amy Plano, The Reimbursement Dietitian) Part 2| #10
Can one free talk really launch a six-figure practice? In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Amy Plano (aka The Reimbursement Dietitian) picks up where she left off, diving deeper into how dietitians can grow a successful insurance-based business without burning out or overspending. She shares how saying “yes” to free, strategic opportunities opened massive doors in the sports performance space, and why mindset is what separates those who succeed. If you missed Part 1, go back and listen to how Amy’s story started, it’s the foundation of everything she shares here.
Learn more about Amy: https://reimbursementdietitian.com/
- 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
(1:45) How Amy’s first free challenge led to huge growth
(4:01) Using insurance for sports nutrition clients
(5:44) The power of free talks (and why they’re worth it)
(14:50) Common mistakes dietitians make with insurance
(19:49) Hiring lessons Amy learned the hard way
(27:31) Tools she actually uses (and what she avoids)
(33:50) Creating content people actually care about
(39:04) Amy’s programs, clients, and how to work with her
(47:30) Outro