What do you think are the most important skills or traits for a dietitian or nutritionist to have?

"Confidence in your knowledge is the most important trait that a dietician or nutritionist can have. No client will follow your advice if you cannot present it with confidence."

The interviewer wants to know what you think makes a good dietician or nutritionist. Chances are, the skills or traits that you mention are going to be some of your most influential.

Public speaking, critical thinking, monitoring, time management and instructing abilities are just a few skills a dietitian and nutritionist have to have. Of course, you have all these skills but it's best to narrow it down so you don't spend an hour answering this question.

"I think the most important skill a dietitian or nutritionist must have is active listening skills. As a dietitian, we must give full attention to what other people are saying, take the time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times."