# Ep. 117 - Your Expertise Is Worth More Than a Salary with Katie Dodd

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Podcast: [The Growth Show with Whitney Bateson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-growth-show-with-whitney-bateson-6840525)
Published: 2026-04-20T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Katie Dodd didn't set out to be an entrepreneur. She was a geriatric dietitian happily working for the VA — with a plan to stay there until she was 68 and a half, as she puts it — until a chance conversation on a plane sparked her first side hustle opportunity. From that one freelance writing gig, she built a thriving multi-stream business that eventually gave her the freedom to leave her full-time job, be present for her kids, and build a life on her own terms. In this episode, Katie shares her full journey and breaks down 34 (yes, 34!) different side hustle opportunities available to dietitians and healthcare professionals. She explains the real difference between active and passive income, why passive income isn't actually "do nothing and get paid," and how to approach building multiple revenue streams without overwhelming yourself. Whether you're curious about starting a side hustle or ready to go all in, this episode is packed with inspiration and a clear-headed framework for getting started. Takeaways: Passive income takes real groundwork. Katie spent 18 months building her blog before it generated meaningful income, but now it earns thousands of dollars per month on autopilot through ads, digital products, affiliates, and courses. Systems and traffic are everything. Start with "now money" before chasing "later money." Active income keeps the lights on while you build passive revenue in the background. Don't try to skip the active income phase, it's a necessary part of the journey. Pick one thing and do it well. Katie started with her blog, then added digital products, then a course, then a food blog... strategically and sequentially. She credits this focused approach with her long-term success. Your expertise is worth more than a salary. Dietitians have a wide r…

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