A lot of SLPs know that making time to build relationships and collaborate at their facilities is essential to advocating for our field and our clients.
But making TIME to do it is a challenge. I experienced this first hand my first few years in the schools.
The problem was, I had no system for planning sessions, so I had no idea how to make time to advocate for my clients.
Gone were the days of grad school when I could spend 40 minutes planning the perfect session for ONE client at a time (so that I could get an “A” on my assignment).
This was the real world.
I tried a bunch of “quick-fixes”, like pre-made, printable worksheets and flashcards. And those usually got me through the day.
But I didn’t become an SLP to “get through the day”…
I became an SLP because I wanted to change lives. And I knew it wasn’t going to happen in the current system.
I realized that contributing to changes in the field (both big and small), was the ONLY WAY I’d have the impact I wanted.
My first few years…I’d be so drained after a day of work that I’d just want to zone out in front of the TV when I got home.
The thought of doing anything beyond just focusing on planning for sessions seemed impossible.
I knew I had to find a better way to prioritize my time, so that I could spend time building relationships and work towards making change in my facility (especially once I started my doctoral work).
In this video, I share how was able to make time to be a leader and advocate WITHOUT sacrificing treatment quality or burning myself out.
In SLP Learning Academy, I’ll help you design initiatives and service delivery models that amplify the effectiveness of your therapy.
Which will help you go to work confident and find fulfillment in your work, without burning yourself out.
- Even if you only have 30-40 minutes a week with students.
- Even if you work with mixed groups.
- Even with a huge caseload.
I want you to feel empowered in your role as an SLP and be a leader in the field, even if you don’t have an “official” leadership position.
And I want to help you do it efficiently — without adding more work to your plate.
You can learn how to join SLP Learning Academy here.
