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SLP Happy HourEp 179: Our Favorite Places to Travel w/Sarie WuIn this episode, former SLP Happy Hour cohost Sarie Wu returns to share some updates about her job, and at timestamp 6:45 Sarie and Sarah discuss travel. Sarie has traveled in 21 countries and discusses some recommended international destinations to travel. Sarah shares some places to travel within the US that she loves to visit. And more!Review the podcastSarah's Teachers Pay Teachers StoreNewsletter2025-03-0625 minSLP Happy HourEp 179: Our Favorite Places to Travel w/Sarie WuIn this episode with SLP Happy Hour former Podcast Host Sarie Wu, we discuss some updates from Sarie, and then around minute (5:00) start discussing our favorite places to travel. Sarie discusses international destinations, as she's traveled to 21 countries. Sarah shares some of her favorite US locations to visit. Full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/1792024-03-0625 min
SLP Happy HourEp. 129: Private Practice Q & A, Tips For Making Big DecisionsIn this solo episode, Sarah answers some private practice questions (and gets very honest about finding a niche and her experience of impostor syndrome before starting a clinic) including how to know when it’s time to start and what a typical day looks like. Time Stamps 1:30 How did you know it was time to start your own private practice? 4:25 How did you decide on a niche? Do you market yourself differently to keep the caseload you like? 6:08 What does a typical day look like for you? FYI since this episode was recorded Sarah no...2022-06-1621 minSLP Happy HourEp. 128: Fluency Session Ideas & Exiting a Job GracefullyIn this solo episode, you’ll learn some easy session ideas and activities for fluency session, plus tips for exiting a job gracefully as an SLP. Time Stamps 1:31 What kind of support in stuttering would be beneficial to you? 2:07 AAC - How do you get parents to use devices at home? 5:12 How has the neurodiversity movement changed how you practice? 11:37 3 Easy Lesson Ideas for School Age Fluency Sessions 18:09 Exiting a Job Gracefully 26:17 Wrap Up Thank you for today's questions from Dana Wierzbicki (In...2022-06-0927 minSLP Happy HourEp. 127: Summer Bucket Lists & Your Apraxia Questions AnsweredIn this Episode, you’ll learn Sarie and Sarah’s summer bucket lists, goals & routines they are developing, and their upcoming life changes. Then, the conversation changes to the speech room as the cohosts discuss Childhood Apraxia of speech, including: goal ideas, assessment measures, where to start and therapy techniques. Time Stamps 0:00-11:40 Intro & Summer Bucket Lists 11:45 How do you know if a child has Apraxia? What assessment measures do you use? 13:57 Once you know a child has CAS, where do you start with speech therapy? 17:05 What are some ther...2022-06-0223 minSLP Happy HourEp. 126: AAC Pilot ProgramIn this solo episode, Sarah shares how she’s implementing a systems-first approach to AAC at her clinic. This episode includes a discussion of how to get communication systems (for free), how to decide on a system, and ways to monitor if it’s working. Step 1 Identify who needs to be a part of this AAC programStep 2 Research SystemsStep 3 Monitor Progress & Determine Next Steps Parent Handouts for AAC: https://bit.ly/3vWm8ScSarah Cruz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcruzslp/Contact: www.slphappyhour.com/contact2022-05-2612 minSLP Happy HourEp. 125: Learning About AAC - It Doesn’t Have to be So Hard (+AAC tips)In this episode, Sarah and Sarie discussed different masking rules in Sarie’s setting (schools) versus Sarah’s Setting (clinic) and the confusion and conflict that has invited for families they see. This conversation isn’t about the hosts’ personal beliefs on masking, but rather the confusing messages regarding mask wearing and that the rules should be consistent between schools and clinics. The cohosts also discuss four problems with AAC education (and how to fix them), and discuss gestalt language learning and AAC. Sarah and Sarie also share their favorite recent reads, with both nonfiction and fiction book recommen...2022-05-1931 minSLP Happy HourEp. 124: Our Top /R/ Generalization Activities & EdPuzzleKey Topics 0:00 Intro 2:20 Recommendations & What’s Up, What’s Down 5:50 Ideas for /R/ generalization10:30 EdPuzzle for Speech Therapy Ideas 14:55 Wrap Up For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/124Vocalic R Reading Packet: https://bit.ly/3Fj2RxhNewsletter: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter2022-05-1216 minSLP Happy HourEp. 123: AAC OverwhelmIn this solo episode, Sarah discusses her experience learning about AAC, including the challenges of information overload, the focus on AAC education on theory instead of practice, and what’s on the other side.of AAC Overwhelm. By the end of this episode, you’ll have and idea of how to navigate learning about a new area of clinical interest (with a less overwhelming process). Show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/123LinksAAC Parent Handouts: https://bit.ly/3Op8kH6Newsletter: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter2022-04-2817 minSLP Happy HourEp. 122: It's Easy to Lash Out, It's Hard to RegulateKey Topics0 Intro & Topics for Today 2:00 Lesson Gone Wrong 4:02 It’s easy to lash out, it’s hard to communicate19:03 Smartphone Use & Happiness (aware - focused use for a purpose, unaware - mindless use, use while the phone doesn’t have your full attention)22:11 Wrap UpIn this cohosted episode, Sarah and Sarie discuss:A lesson gone wrongTips to stop, think and process (rather than lash out) when things are difficultTips for dealing with people who lash out at us 3 Steps for Navigating through Conflict (identify your respon...2022-04-2123 minSLP Happy HourEp. 121: Articulation Research, Tiny Weird Things & Pandemic BabiesKey Topics0:00 Intro2:06 Articulation Tips & Research (a new way to take data, /r/ app) 6:03 Lesson Ideas (5 free online quizzes) 9:32 Self Care Challenge13:35 Pandemic Babies18:39 Wrap Up & Summary For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/121Newsletter: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterVocalic R Reading Packet: https://bit.ly/3r4wi042022-04-0719 minSLP Happy HourEp. 120: Am I Ready for a Side Gig? Plus, TPT Income ReportIn this Solo episode, Sarah talks about SLP Side Hustles/Side Gigs and answers questions like: How long does it take to make money once you get a side gig? What are some side gigs SLPs do? How much money did you make on TPT? How do I know if I might be ready to start a business on the side? Key Ideas0:00 Why should I start a side business? 02:19 How can an SLP choose what to do for a side hustle? 02:57 What tools/knowledge do you need to start selling...2022-03-2417 minSLP Happy HourEp. 119: Ambiguous Loss & Unresolved GriefTW: Brief mentions of death, suicide, and lossKey Topics0:00 Topic & Intro 1:24 Ambiguous Loss 12:09 What can I do for someone experiencing grief? 14:07 About Rumination In this episode, the cohosts share more about ambiguous loss, and how to tell if you are experiencing it. They also cover 5 ways to help loved ones who are grieving, and what “ruminating” looks like and some self-care questions to ask yourself when you are stuck in a negative thought loop.For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/119SLP Happy Hour on Teac...2022-03-1721 minSLP Happy HourEp. 118: What's the Next Big Thing - Pandemic Rage? Implications for SLPsIn this episode, the cohosts define pandemic rage as well as 10 implications for SLPs. Time Stamps 0:00 Intro & Sponsored By2:05 What’s new with us? 4:40 Pandemic Rage - are people meaner right now? 20:45 Self Care Challenge - 5 Acts of Kindness 21:57 Easy Lesson - Movement Ideas 23:53 RecapDo you want us to speak at your workplace? www.slphappyhour.com/speakingEarly Speech Sounds Boom Deck Bundlehttps://bit.ly/3pk1lo1For Full Show Notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/1182022-03-1027 minSLP Happy HourEp. 117: 10 Key AAC Takeaways from the 2022 ATIA ConferenceIn this episode, Sarah shares her travel experience to Florida (during the Omicron surge, unfortunately) and what she learned about AAC at the 2022 ATIA conference. The first part of this episode is a chatty account of the travel experience, so if you just want the tips, skip ahead to 18:34. Full Show Notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/117Time Stamps0:00 Introduction 2:57 Why AAC? Why now? (Sarah’s work transition) 7:11 Pandemic Travel18:34 What I Learned at ATIA32:39 Wrap Up Key TakeawaysDon’t assume the child isn’t attending to modelingT...2022-03-0334 minSLP Happy HourEp. 116: School Age Intervention, Goals & Team Buy In - What Works? w/ Sarah Gregory SLPIn this interview episode, Sarah Gregory shares all about school age AAC - including how to write goals, how to get team buy in and what makes for successful intervention sessions. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/117Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction 5:00 Impostor Syndrome and AAC 6:42 Lightning Round12:57 School Age AAC - Where do you start? 15:39 Getting buy in from the team (parents, families, teachers) 19:41 Common classroom challenges for AAC 31:00 How does my student get a device? 34:59 Writing Goals for AA...2022-02-241h 00SLP Happy HourEp. 115: AAC Assessment and Intervention with Rachel MadelIn this interview episode, SLP Rachel Madel shares tips for school-age AAC users. Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction and Lighting Round 10:47 How did you get interested in AAC?15:07 Case Study (2nd Grader Conner) 28:11 How do we do a high tech AAC assessment? Where do we start? What resources can we access to do this AAC eval? 32:32 How do you judge success in an AAC trial? How do we know if what we are trialing is working? What are we looking for? 41:58 Defining “robust AAC,” and giving examples of syst...2022-02-161h 10SLP Happy HourEp. 114: Dos and Don'ts of AAC Intervention for Emerging Communicators - What I'm Doing DifferentlyFor full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/114In this solo episode, Sarah shares dos and don’ts for AAC intervention with emerging communicators. Apraxia Bundle: https://bit.ly/3o1RbZpKey Points: Do extend interactions Do practice joint problem solvingDo practice playful obstructionDon’t model words you choose before a session starts (instead, follow the child’s lead) Don’t hide/mask too many of the words (make sure there are plenty of words to choose from - in most cases)2022-01-2717 minSLP Happy HourEp. 113: Solving Common Challenges With AAC & Play w/Tanna NeufeldIn this interview episode, Sarah talks to Tanna Neufeld SLP & AAC Coach about an early communicator case study. Key Topics00:00:00 Intro 00:02:36 Interview Begins00:06:18 Case Study - Luke 00:22:57 Joint Problem Solving Examples00:30:37 Core versus Fringe00:33:41 Varying the routines when a child has one preferred routine/toy00:37:28 Goals for Emerging Communicators00:49:28 Students who aren’t attending to AAC models Reflection Questions: How can you let go of control and follow the child’s lead during your sessions? How can you incorporate shared problem solving and communication temptation stra...2022-01-201h 12SLP Happy HourEp. 112: An AAC Primer For the Beginner & Finding Joy in Communication w/Tanna NeufeldThis episode is an interview with Tanna Neufeld, SLP, University of Washington Professor, and AAC Consultant. This episode focuses on intervention sessions for emerging communicators. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/112Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterSLP Happy Hour on TPT (no prep lessons and resources): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-HourTime Stamps0:00 Intro1:45 Interview with Tanna begins: background, interest in AAC5:00 Impostor Syndrome & AAC8:40 Lightning Round...2022-01-131h 10SLP Happy HourEp. 111: The 5 Most Important Reflection Questions We are Asking Ourselves to Wrap Up the Year (Plus our Answers)For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/111Key Topics0:00 Introduction2:01 What to Expect on the Podcast in 20223:51 Work and Job Updates for the Cohosts (including celebrations and challenges) 17:03 End of Year Reflections (5 Important Reflection Questions - and our Answers) 23:01 RecapEnd-of-Year Questions: What is something that disappointed you and something that surprised you in 2021? What is something that has changed for you in the past year?What goals do you have that you are going to put on hold or let go of that are no...2021-12-2325 minSLP Happy HourEp. 110: Setting Boundaries - Clear is KindFor Full Show Notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/110In this solo episode, Sarah shares 5 benefits to setting boundaries, plus some scripts for SLPs looking to set more boundaries at work. Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterSLP Happy Hour on TPT (no prep lessons and resources): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour2021-12-1508 minSLP Happy HourEp. 109: How Our Radical Honesty Experiment Led to Better Boundaries, Less Stress & More Personal IntegrityIn this episode, the cohosts discuss their week of radical honesty, and the lessons learned in their radical honesty experiment. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/109Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterFor no prep or low prep resources to make your SLP life easier: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour2021-11-1821 minSLP Happy HourEp. 108: Five Things You May Not Know About AngerIn this episode, the cohosts share:- Their changing opinion on anger as an emotion - 5 things you may not know about anger- 6 steps to processing difficult emotions (like anger) - A self care challenge to acknowledge your anger (with steps of how to do so)For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/108Teachers Pay Store https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-HourTrauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaReview the Podcast: https://apple.co/2PuZc8c2021-11-1129 minSLP Happy HourEp. 107: The Peony (800 Words) - Savoring the Best Case ScenarioFor full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/107In this episode, Sarah shares an essay about cutting a peony to the ground and it’s abundance and growth as it grew back from her brutal pruning job. This is a story about the best case scenario happening, rather than the worst - and the abundance of the peony in her garden. Sometimes we can be disappointed - and sometimes we can be surprised with a gift and savoring the moment. To review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2PuZc8cTrauma Co...2021-11-0408 minSLP Happy HourEp. 106: You Asked, We Answered - SLPs and Mental Health During the PandemicFor full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/106In this episode, the cohosts answer pandemic related questions including:What are your stress triggers right now?Are you more patient or impatient during the pandemic?What are some small ways you’ve adjusted to the pandemic (like more frequent self care) and some bigger ways (changing jobs, career) that you’ve made to adjust to the pandemic? The cohosts also share a self care challenge to seek out deep rest and mention the book Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycl...2021-10-2820 minSLP Happy HourEp. 105: Is Our Mental Health Getting Worse in the Pandemic?Is our mental health getting worse in the pandemic? The cohosts discuss mental health in 2021 including privilege and mental health, plus thoughts on navigating difficult conversations at a time when we may be struggling at the same time as our loved ones and friends. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/105Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterSLP Happy Hour Teachers Pay Teachers Store https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour2021-10-2127 minSLP Happy HourEp. 104: The Plum Tree (800 Words)The SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaSLP TPT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-HourIn this solo episode, Sarah shares - A Plum Tree, A True Story - about a plum tree on her property and what it has taught her about community and connection.For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/1042021-10-0708 minSLP Happy HourEp. 103: Pandemic Trauma Questions & AnswersIn this episode, the cohosts answer your questions about pandemic trauma, including: How do you deal with the trauma of losing people you love to Covid and still supporting and helping your students/clients/patients and trying to remain open to them when they are actively NOT taking precautions to protect themselves and others?How do we live and deal with pandemic trauma when the pandemic has no end in sight?What can we practically do to heal from the ongoing pandemic trauma? What can you do about it?For full show...2021-09-3018 minSLP Happy HourEp. 102: It's Not Burnout, It's Pandemic TraumaSLP Happy Hour Trauma Guide: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaguideSLP Happy Hour Student Stress & Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaTeachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-HourApraxia Unit: https://bit.ly/3o1RbZpParent Handouts: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFLDo you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterIn this Episode, the cohosts discuss: Summer Bucket Lists - some wins and some fails The pandemic...2021-09-2030 minSLP Happy HourEp. 101: A New Way to Look at Fluency GoalsResources This episode is sponsored by the SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course, open for a limited time: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaAlso, check out this big packet of parent handouts: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFLTime Stamps 0-11:00 Fluency Goal Writing11:01-11:56 Trauma Course Info11:57-19:52 SLP Wisdom19:53-27:40 Self Care Challenge & Wrap Up For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/1012021-07-0127 minSLP Happy HourEp. 100: The Problem with SLP Job Change Guilt & Our Summer Bucket ListsThis episode covers:- SLP job change guilt- Pros and cons of working in the schools versus in private practice- Our summer bucket lists...and moreSponsored by: SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaParent Handout Bundle: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFL2021-06-2436 minSLP Happy HourEp. 99: What Works for Echolalia and Play Based Sessions with Alexandria ZachosAre you an SLP working with students with echolalia? If you are like many of us, your previous training on echolalia was vague and confusing. In this episode, you'll get clarity on:- Play based sessions focusing on student interest- What "whole language learning" is and how to work to develop novel language with your learners who are scripting- What a session might look like for preschool and school age children Listen in to get clarity on echolalia treatment for SLPs.For more on Alexandria: www.meaningfulspeech.com* A...2021-06-1338 minSLP Happy HourEp. 98: Tips to Incorporate Sensory Play & Student Preferences and Strengths for Autistic StudentsAre you learning from Autistic Advocates? Are you questioning your sessions and wondering if you are supporting your Autistic Learners? This episode covers: - Following Autistic Advocates to gain information about how to shift our practice- Leaning into the “I don’t know” energy - and using it as a tool to realize we are still learning - Following a student’s lead- Becoming more flexible as SLPs to serve students- Being present rather than working for tally marks on a sheet - Building...2021-05-2040 minSLP Happy HourEp. 97: Friendships During Pandemic Times - 4 Little Shifts That Make a Big DifferenceHow are your friendships during the pandemic? Are you feeling more lonely than usual? We are too, and in this episode you’ll learn 4 tips for navigating friendships during Pandemic Times.This episode is sponsored by Vocalic R Floods Nonfiction Text Unit. https://bit.ly/3ho3wDFFor lesson ideas and happiness tips: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter For full show notes & transcript: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/972021-05-1337 minSLP Happy HourEp. 96: Personal Updates & Tips for Apraxia AssessmentIn this episode, the cohosts share some job and life updates (job changes, moving) plus 4 (plus 1 bonus) tips for Childhood Apraxia of Speech Assessment. Time Stamps0-8:30: Personal Updates8:30-12:35 : Apraxia Assessment Tips 12:35-16:20 : Review, Apraxia ResourceSponsored By: Childhood Apraxia of Speech Bundle https://bit.ly/3tUFq6QGet Self Care Tips & Lesson Ideas: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterReview the Podcast: https://apple.co/3piL2VDFor full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/962021-05-0716 minSLP Happy HourEp. 95: Adoption Update & Year From Now SLP PredictionsIn this episode, Sarah shares an adoption update as she waits for borders to open with China, and has been waiting for more than a year to go to China to bring her child home as borders between the US and China are closed due to Coronavirus related travel restrictions. Sarah and Sarie also share a total of six predictions of how increased virtual therapy during the Coronavirus pandemic has changed the face of speech therapy forever. The cohosts also share three good things getting them through the week. Time Stamps:0-17:33 Sarah’s ad...2021-04-2229 minSLP Happy HourEp. 94: Are We Experiencing Posttraumatic Growth in Pandemic Times?Experiencing a worldwide pandemic - and huge changes in how we do our jobs during the last year and a half has been a collective traumatic experience. Although each person is experiencing these changes differently, many of us have experienced traumas both related to the pandemic and unrelated to the pandemic in 2020 and 2021. In this episode, we discuss posttraumatic growth after traumatic events, define it, and cover the four areas in which people tend to grow during periods of learning after trauma. For full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/94Newsletter: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletterLearning...2021-04-1530 minSLP Happy HourEp. 93: Burnout During Coronavirus Times & 6 Workplace Factors that Lead To BurnoutAre you an SLP who wants to know more about Burnout? In many cases SLPs in burnout aren’t aware they are in burnout while they are in it - until they’ve recovered and can look back. In this episode, you’ll learn Sarah’s personal story of getting burnout (again!) this year, plus six workplace factors that lead to burnout, which will help you if you are considering a job switch or trying to figure out if you might be in burnout this year. For full show notes and transcript visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/93Thi...2021-04-0116 minSLP Happy HourEp. 92: 10 Things We've Learned From Other SLPs (and Experience!) That Have Made Sessions More Efficient, More Effective & More FunIn a time where being an SLP can feel heavy, here’s a lighter and practical episode to help you move forward with a bit more ease in your sessions. These are therapy ideas and strategies for working with families that we’ve learned from other SLPs and our own experience that have helped us in our SLP lives. Sponsored by: Nonfiction Vocalic R Bundle https://bit.ly/3lKmEflReview the Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2PuZc8cFor full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/922021-03-2527 minSLP Happy HourEp. 91: Six Helpful Questions You Can Use in Your Parent Coaching Sessions with Bryony from Salt by the SeaAre you an SLP working to build your skills in parent coaching? In this episode, Bryony from www.saltbythesea.com comes onto the podcast to share six helpful questions you can use in your parent coaching sessions. As we are still firmly rooted in Pandemic Times, many SLPs who may have been able to get on the floor and play with learners are now switching to a parent coaching model. This episode shares tips for transitioning to this more smoothly, plus why some SLPs (like Sarah!) feel intimidated by parent coaching and what to do about it. For...2021-03-1134 minSLP Happy HourEp. 90: The 4 Biggest Mistakes Students Make When Trying to Make the /R/ Sound & How to Prompt Them For a Correct ProductionIn this solo episode, Sarah shares the 4 biggest mistakes students make when trying to produce the /r/ sound, and how to cue those misarticulations into “strong r” productions. Discussed in this episode: What to do when students: Clenching their jaw Rounding their lipsDistorted “throat sound” that sounds like gargling Hybrid of any of the above or doing the “same sound”Remember - it can take a long time to establish the /r/ sound and that doesn’t mean you are doing something wrong as an SLP. 2021-02-2519 minSLP Happy HourEpisode 89: How Identifying 3 Default Feelings Has Changed Our Perspectives & How You Can Do it TooIn this episode you’ll hear about an easy snowball related lesson, a few book recommendations, and how labeling your 3 default feelings can help you recognize your most common emotions and what to do about it. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/89Sponsor Yearlong Boom Bundle of earlier developing speech sounds /p, b, m, d, n, h, t, k, g, w, ng, f, y/ - these are a collection of seasonal decks. This includes 9 motivating decks (including those with shorter attention spans) that span fall, winter, and spring seasons. There are fu...2021-02-1823 minSLP Happy HourEp. 88: Ambiguous Loss & 5 Tips to Be a Better ListenerFor full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notesThis episode discusses: - Autism eligibility meetings in the time of Coronavirus- Ambiguous Loss for parents - Tips for preschool hearing screenings- 5 Tips to support each other through active listeningThis Episode is Sponsored by our SLP Happy Hour Teacher’s Pay Teacher’s Store This is sponsored by the Early Sounds Boom Cards Decks in our TPT store targeting: /p, b, m, d, n, h, t, k, g, w, ng, f, y/.Boom Card Yearly Bundle: http...2021-02-1136 minSLP Happy HourEp. 87: Do This Before You Work on the /R/ SoundThis episode was brought to you by: Here are a few units I recommend for students who are already at the sentence level or above (these include vocabulary and comprehension questions and are perfect for groups): /r/ readings with a landforms theme targeting science standards bundle: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/R-in-Readings-Bundle-Nonfiction-Reading-Passages-6343345r readings bloodsuckers bundle: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/R-Articulation-Readings-R-Articulation-Sentences-BLOODSUCKERS-6423675Tips discussed in this episode: By completing a thorough speech sample, we learn more about how and when (and if!) a student is using the /r/ sound2021-01-2820 minSLP Happy HourEp. 86: Your Private Practice Questions Answered w/ Guest Host Martha SpeechFor full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/86Are you considering opening a private practice? Is opening your own clinic something you’ve thought about - or are you more serious about starting a practice this year? In this episode, guest host Martha Speech interviews Sarah, and the following questions (and more!) are answered? How do you get started with marketing? How did you get your first clients?Should I start with accepting insurance or private pay only? Should you buy assessments right away?How do I de...2021-01-2149 minSLP Happy HourEp. 85: A Framework for Making Small Changes that Lead to Big Results w/Robyn DownsIn this episode, Robyn Conley Downs shares her framework for making small changes add up to big results. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/85Time Stamps 1:30 Introducing Robyn3:00 Lightning Round8:45 Robyn introduces herself12:30 Where are you on your to-do list?13:40 Our society rewards us for selfless overwork14:40 When you aren't whole, we lose you16:30 Robyn shares her rock bottom moment20:20 Setting goals with the intention of how you want to feel22:50 Goal example - how to leave work on time32:00 Goal example - how to...2021-01-1451 minSLP Happy HourEp. 84: Lessons Learned in 2020 & Hopes for The Coming YearAre you winding down from this year and still figuring out what you’ve learned and how to approach the next year? In this episode, the cohosts share lessons they’ve learned this year and hopes for the year ahead, in hopes that it can help process your year. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/84To submit a question for the podcast: www.slphappyhour.com/contactThe episode is sponsored by our resources for teaching vowel sounds for children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS): https://www.slphappyhour.com/shop/vowelsbundle2020-12-1743 minSLP Happy HourEp. 83: When Work Isn't The Most Important ThingIn this episode - for full show notes visit www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/83- Book Spotlight: An American Marriage- Tips for prioritizing your home life - Easy lessons: unusual animals and a Harry Potter Escape RoomWant occasional updates from us and the freebies that go with selected episodes? www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter Would you consider reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts? https://apple.co/2PuZc8c2020-12-1032 minSLP Happy HourEp. 82: 5 Essential Factors To Consider Before You Leave Your JobAre you unhappy in your job this year? Feeling a bit more stressed than usual? Considering making a change in the future? In this episode, the cohosts share 5 factors to consider first, which will get you more clarity and more motion - whatever you decide to do next. Also in this episode, Sarie shares about GoGo Speech and their green screen activities. Sarah asks - is your check engine light on? For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/82Would you consider reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts...2020-11-2529 minSLP Happy HourEp. 81: Stepping Away From My Job Midyear with Jenn AlcornHave you thought about leaving your job this year? According to our informal poll, 70% of you don’t know if you’ll be finishing out your work contract this year or have had moments where you’ve considered quitting. With rising demands on SLPs and increased rules and regulations and less support around Coronavirus, many SLPs have reported feeling unhappy with their current work situation. But is it time to leave? How do you know when it’s time to leave? How can a job change be a part of your self care plan? And how to do ma...2020-11-1939 minSLP Happy HourEp. 80: Self Care Non Negotiables for Difficult TimesIn this episode, the cohosts share easy lessons for your speech room, therapy tips and what they are doing to get self care back to the basics. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/80Want occasional updates from us and the freebies that go with selected episodes? www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter Would you consider reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts? https://apple.co/2PuZc8c2020-11-1225 minSLP Happy HourEp. 79: How to Develop Resilience When Tasked with the ImpossibleIn this episode, the cohosts share lots of session ideas for sessions you can use right now, plus six lessons in self compassion that can help you, right now. For full show notes, visit www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/79Want occasional updates from us and the freebies that go with selected episodes? www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter Would you consider reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts? Review the podcast here: https://apple.co/2PuZc8cThank you!2020-10-2935 minSLP Happy HourEp 78: Do This if You Need Help Releasing & Letting GoIn this solo episode Sarah shares her experience with schools stress trying to make Coronavirus therapy - and the backlog of evaluations - work. This episode explores some research-backed techniques for reducing stress, resources, and three self care challenges to start feeling better. We may not be able to do all the work - but we can work with our emotions to feel a bit better during this time. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/78Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-HourReview us in Apple Podcasts...2020-10-2222 minSLP Happy HourEp. 77: Telepractice Expectations versus RealityThis episode explores the SLP session expectations the hosts had about telepractice versus their reality of actually running telepractice sessions during the Coronavirus Pandemic. For full show notes, visit www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/77This episode was sponsored by the SLP Happy Hour Teacher’s Pay Teachers store, specifically the R Taco Truck Boom Cards Deck. This resource allows students to have fun building tacos and visiting a taco truck and practicing /R/ in words, phrases and sentences. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour2020-10-1622 minSLP Happy HourEp. 76: A Personal Update - Coronavirus, Family News & Telepractice FailsIn this episode, the cohosts discuss what they are doing for work this school year. Both cohosts share some life updates and how Coronavirus has impacted their work worlds. They also discuss evacuating their homes in September 2020.Recommended Book by a Black Author: The Beauty of Braking: a Memoir by Michele Harper & The Lesson, by Cadwell Turnbull (science fiction) Lesson Gone WrongSarah shares a lesson overtaken by a messy snack. Self Care ChallengeSarie suggests a way to reach out to a friend. As always, to get...2020-10-0126 minSLP Happy HourEp. 75: Dos and Don’ts of Telepractice Assessment with Stacy CrouseAre you an SLP doing standardized assessments via telepractice for the first time? This episode is for you. In this interview episode, Stacy Crouse discusses the dos and don’ts of assessment via telepractice. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/75Please consider donating to this farmworker and immigrant relief fund to support fire relief efforts for this community. Thank you! Link: http://uneteoregon.org/donate/2020-09-2436 minSLP Happy HourEp. 74: Books on Antiracism & White Privilege for SLPsThis episode explores a variety of books on antiracism & white privilege for SLPs. For full show notes (including book titles) visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/742020-09-1716 minSLP Happy HourEp. 73: Six Back to School Telepractice Tips with Theresa from Lady in the BoxThis BONUS episode is an interview with Theresa from Lady in the Box, where we dig in and discuss what it’s like to do telepractice in the schools. In this episode Theresa and Sarah offer a primer and tips for SLPs providing service via telepractice (by choice or not). Topics include: six teletherapy tips, and what to do the first month of school. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/732020-08-2025 minSLP Happy HourEp. 72: Moving Beyond FearIs fear stopping you from accomplishing your goals?In this podcast episode we discuss things we've done this year that we were afraid of, how we moved beyond fear to meet a few goals this year, and what we WANT to do right now, but need to work through the fear first. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/722020-06-1836 minSLP Happy HourEp. 71: Using Self Talk To Work Through Impostor Syndrome with Kate WilliamsDo you struggle with Impostor Syndrome?Do you want more effective strategies for when Impostor Syndrome creeps up? In this episode, we interview Kathryn Samples for 5 practical tips for using self talk to work through impostor syndrome. Kate is a doctoral candidate studying mindfulness and compassion fatigue, and she is an SLP. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/712020-06-1228 minSLP Happy HourEp. 70: A Day in The Life: School SLP & Telepractice SLPAre you considering a job change in the next year or two? Or are you just curious about how being a school employee is different from working a school contract as a telepractice SLP? In this episode, we walk you through a day in the life of a school SLP and a telepractice SLP, including the similarities and differences between the two. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/702020-06-0541 minSLP Happy HourEp. 69: Mindfully Using Pronouns & Expanding Our Use of Inclusive Language with Wes CherninAs SLPs, we work to create safe environments for our learners to communicate. We discuss pronouns and inclusive language in this interview episode with @lavender.slp, where we discuss:Is it an SLPs role to teach pronouns?What does discussing pronouns with younger clients versus older clients look like?How can we create a safe space in our sessions for all our learners?What are three simple things we can to TODAY to get started with this? This interview is full of practical information. We loved this conversation and hope you take the time...2020-05-2140 minSLP Happy HourEp. 68: What our Favorite TED Talks have to Say about Making Better DecisionsAre you struggling with making a decision?Waffling between a few options?Do you tend to overthink decisions?This episode outlines our best tips for making decisions, based on our favorite TED Talks about decision making. Listen in for clarity on a big decision you need to make. Also - Sarah shares a hiking encounter with a few black bears. Sarie shares her love for frozen bananas and chocolate sauce. The cohosts share a lazy lesson with a favorite app for working on functional language. Sarie shares a food-related meltdown in a...2020-05-1437 minSLP Happy HourEp. 67: Therapy Q &A - How To Get Started With CounselingAre you dealing with stress? Curious about going to therapy?In this podcast episode, we answer your questions about going to therapy, including:- How to find a therapist- How much therapy might cost- What online options for therapy are like- Examples of what a therapy session might look likeListen in to this episode, where we answer your questions about this topic. The cohosts also discuss their self care confessions and a heart-warming speech therapy story. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/672020-05-0726 minSLP Happy HourEp. 66: Our Favorite Time Savers for Writing Evaluation ReportsWe are passionate about combating perfectionism and helping SLPs create stronger and healthier relationships with their work worlds, and to have more fun and calm at home. On the podcast, we talk about happiness, SLP lesson fails, easy (lazy) lessons, new habits we are trying to create, and tips and tricks for maintaining more SLP calm.Show Notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/662020-04-1638 minSLP Happy Hour(Bonus 1) What do we do now? Being an SLP in a pandemic.In this bonus solo episode, Sarah talks about the current Covid-19 pandemic, including updates from the hosts, what Sarah's reading, and thoughts for moving forward during this time of collective grief.For show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/bonussolo12020-04-1015 minSLP Happy HourEp. 65: Stress SOS - Creating an Effective Stress Management SystemThis episode is a great listen for anyone looking for more stress management techniques for when things feel really tough. In this episode, the cohosts discuss what to do in a difficult week, what they are currently reading, and what “precrastinating” is, and it’s implications for SLPs at work and at home. Sarah shares examples of her toughest week in recent memory, and both cohosts share what they do when they just need to take a mental health day (or afternoon) to take a break from whatever is stressful, work through the emotion, and get back to to problem solvin...2020-04-0936 minSLP Happy HourEp. 64: Finding More Time & We BOTH Have Family News!Looking to find more time as a busy SLP?In this episode we share how to do a time audit and discover time "in the margins" to feel less hurried and stressed. We also share family news - as we've gotten listener requests to share family updates as our families grow this year.For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/642020-04-0222 minSLP Happy HourEp. 63: How To Spend Less Time Staring at ScreensOn this episode, the cohosts discuss how to reduce your screen time, a real-life example of SLP Shaming and what it is and what to do when you get SLP Shamed. Sarah shares a lesson gone wrong which involves becoming “The Balloon Boss” and she sings the balloon song she made up at her clinic. The co-hosts also discuss a lazy lesson that gets the student’s community involved, and if you are an “asker” or a “guesser” and how knowing the answer might strengthen your relationships and build your happiness. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes2020-03-1938 minSLP Happy HourEp. 53: Should I Be a Generalist or a Specialist?In this solo episode, Sarah shares why you might want to re-consider being a generalist as an SLP and the pros and cons of keeping things general.Want more SLP Happy Hour?(www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter)2019-12-0515 minSLP Happy HourEp 52: Down with ProductivityIn this solo episode Sarah shares her experience with trying to be more productive, and how it has given her more stress, more overwhlem, and more to dos. So we say - down with productivity!The book that inspired this episode was Company of One, and are things Sarah has learned about productivity: 1. Multitasking doesn’t work 2. Task switching wastes time 3. We work harder than previous generations (and longer), and aren’t getting more work done Do you have a tip for getting more focused work time at work...2019-11-2111 minSLP Happy HourEp. 49: Change Takes TimeIn this episode, Sarah talks about navigating change and taking your time. This episode is a great listen for: SLP studentsNew SLPsSLPs considering a job or setting changeSLPs starting a side gig or side hustleThere’s also a freebie that goes with this episode for newsletter subscribers - a list of our favorite quotes about growth and change. To get access, sign up for our newsletter. Want more SLP Happy Hour? For behind the scenes info and freebies: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter2019-10-1710 minSLP Happy HourEp. 43: How To Deal with Impostor Syndrome as an SLPIntroducing SLP Life Happens a solo episode series with Sarah! In today’s episode Sarah is talking about imposter syndrome. Have you ever experienced self-doubt, feeling like somehow you are a fraud or not good enough? Most of us feel imposter syndrome at some point in our profession. Sarah shares about times when she has experienced these feelings and offers tips to deal with these feelings when they pop up.2019-06-2717 minSLP Happy HourEp. 42: 2019 Goal Check In: How Are We Doing?Did you meet your goals for 2019? Did Sarie and Sarah? In this episode the cohosts follow-up on how they’re both doing with meeting their goals for 2019. Spoiler alert: neither got 100% and they get real about it in their discussion.What follows is a collection of listener favorite segments including lazy lessons for phonology and articulation, SLP life hacks, and lessons gone wrong!Review us: https://apple.co/2PuZc8cNewsletter and Freebies: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter2019-06-2035 minSLP Happy HourEp. 41: Sarah Talks AdoptionThis episode starts with a discussion of what’s up what’s down. Sarie talks about a change in school assignments for next year, and Sarah talks about the joy of sending voice text messages that are pep talks to friends.Sarie also shares an SLP Life Hack to improve your physical and mental health - and your relationship with your sweetheart.Sarah is adopting and is ready to talk about it on the podcast!This is a very special and personal episode for SLP Happy Hour. Sarah opens up to our listeners about some...2019-06-0137 minSLP Happy HourEp. 38: Getting Honest About Our FriendshipThis episode, Sarah and Sarie talk about friendships (including SLP friendships). How did the co-hosts meet? What are their most annoying habits? Do Sarie and Sarah really get along? When there is conflict, what is it about? How do you know when you need to get space from a friendship?For full show notes, visit www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/38Want more SLP Happy Hour? For behind the scenes info and freebies:www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter If you enjoyed this episode, please review our podcast: 2019-05-0921 minSLP Happy HourEp. 35: Making Friends in a New TownThis episode, Sarah and Sarie talk about how to make friends when you move as an adult. Easier said than done, but not to worry - Sarie and Sarah have a step-by-step process to get you started. Sarie also shares her road to becoming an SLP, and how she got to where she is today.The co-hosts also answer a listener question: Should you follow your passion in your work choice? This episode also contains some SLP Wisdom, a way to take things off your to-do list. Full Show Notes:www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/352019-04-1134 minSLP Happy HourEp. 34 How to Manage Mixed Groups with Felice from the Dabbling SpeechieSarah and Sarie interview Felice Clark from The Dabbling Speechie about how to manage mixed groups.How can you target multiple goals in one session? How do you take data for groups with different goals? How can you manage behavior and stay organized while targeting so many different objectives? Felice has got you covered with all this and more.As a bonus - Felice shares some fantastic lesson ideas to use with mixed groups. Listen in and be ready to manage your mixed groups with ease.For more on Felice Clark, visithttps...2019-03-2832 minSLP Happy HourEp. 31: Our 10 Favorite Easy LessonsIn this special episode, Sarah and Sarie share 10 easy lessons to make your SLP life run even more smoothly. What’s an easy lesson?One that can work: For mixed groups For a varied caseload Doesn’t involve lots of expensive materials Is no-prep or low-prepDo you have a lazy lesson? Don't forget to check out the #slplazylesson hashtag on Instagram, where Sarah has shared tons of early, no-prep lesson ideas. Use the hashtag and tag us to share your own ideas! For full show note...2019-03-0730 minSLP Happy HourEp. 28: How to Find Your SLP Community and Cultivate Professional RelationshipsAre you looking for a tight-knit SLP community? Sarah and Sarie discuss the importance of SLP friends, and how to find your own crew and cultivate those relationships for more joy and fun with your work life.The co-hosts also discuss some morning routines they are trying and if they are succeeding or failing in creating a simple, calming morning routine.This episode also answers the question - is it more important to actually meet your goal, or is the importance in just making one in the first place? Thank you to our sponsors2019-02-1428 minSLP Happy HourEp. 27: How To Turn Around Your Toughest SLP MonthAre you dealing with a tough SLP month? Sarah and Sarie share the stories of their toughest SLP months yet. They share what they struggled with, how they handled it, and what they would do differently next time around. We all struggle, so let's share our experiences so we can navigate these sticky situations with more ease. You'll get specific tips to implement NOW to help you with your tough SLP month. They also share what to do when you feel stretched too thin to gain energy and communicate with your coworkers about your workload.Sarie...2019-02-0731 minSLP Happy HourEp. 24: Five Tips for a Calmer Weekend, Attracting & Repelling Clients, is Being an SLP your Identity?How to Have a Calmer Weekend Sarah and Sarie try a variety of ways to improve their weekends to get more rest, more fun, and more energy on their weekends. What did they try? What worked? What didn't? You’ll learn 5 tips for having a calmer weekend that have helped the hosts, and we hope they work for you, too. The hosts also talk about repelling clients - why it's important, and how it helps you attract the right clients for you. Also, is it a good idea to identify with your work? Are wor...2019-01-1732 minSLP Happy HourEp. 23: Evening Routines, Job Crafting, and First Year Podcasting Lessons LearnedIn this episode, Sarah and Sarie discuss what a realistic evening routine looks like for SLPs, and what they are trying. Instead of trying long, drawn-out evening routines, they try several recommended routines and keep it real with something that will (hopefully) work for you, too!They also discuss five lessons learned in their first year of podcasting.Sarah and Sarie also discuss job crafting. What is it? How can SLPs do it? How might it help SLPs create a job they love even more? They also share their work related goal for 2019. Can they stay...2019-01-1029 minSLP Happy HourEp. 22: ASHA 2018 - Live in BostonThis episode is a live recording of our podcast show at ASHA. We were thrilled to join in for this event and had an absolute blast presenting a live podcast show. In this episode, Sarah and Sarie:Invite up Jessi Andricks (SLP, Yoga Teacher and Burnout Coach) to how a "Most likely to____" game. The game was actually played with photo enlargements and we hope the auditory experience is as good as the visual. Sarah shares a piece of SLP wisdom about becoming a "B- SLP" when the pressure to be an "A+ SLP"...2018-11-1731 minSLP Happy HourEp. 21: It's Basically a Hallmark MovieIt's Basically a Hallmark Movie (because we get a bit sappy reflecting on our first year of podcasting)...This episode is one where Sarah and Sarie share some reflections on their first year of podcasting. They share their winter goals, what they are working on to improve now, and what has gone well (and not so well) in their first year of podcasting. This episode, Sarah and Sarie share:Why rest is important and what they are doing to get more of it Plans for a special one-year of podcasting episode ...2018-11-0129 minSLP Happy HourEp. 20: Self Care Ideas From The Gilmore Girls and Bouncing Back From Burnout with Jessi AndricksThis episode, Sarah and Sarie share what the start of the school year has really been like, tips for overcoming the Sunday Blues/Monday Doldrums, and a self-care tip learned from The Gilmore Girls. This episode also features an interview with Jessi Andricks, an SLP, Yoga Teacher, and Burn Out Coach which focuses on how to develop an SLP-approved self care evening routine. Jessi also discusses what burnout is really like and how to manage those burn out feelings to come back after burnout. For full show notes, visit: https://www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/202018-10-1143 minSLP Happy HourEp. 18: Julia from The Traveling Traveler & the Most Interesting Parts of Our JobsInterested in the world of being a travel SLP? Want travel tips from Julia, a veteran traveler? Want to hear about what Sarah and Sarie do for work (especially the most interesting parts)?Your wish is our command! This is a great episode chock full of goodies about traveling, being an SLP, and keeping your cool (er, as much as possible) in the process.Want More?Listen to all our podcast episodes here www.slphappyhour.com/listen A Huge Thank You To....Julia for granting us this interview - it was a blast...2018-09-2741 minSLP Happy HourEp. 17: Friendship & Work (+ SLP Eats)What food do we pack for our workday?Have we ever "broken up" with a close friend?What's our best #slplazylesson for the /r/ sound? (In fact, Sarah shares 2!)For full show notes, visit: https://www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/Show Notes MentionedBook - Living Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg Sponsors SLP Now www.slpnow.com The Informed SLP www.theinformedslp.com2018-09-1340 minSLP Happy HourEp. 16: Episode 16: We're No SLP Superheroes - disaster lessons, tips for busy times, and SLP regretThis episode, Sarah talks her biggest SLP regret (and how you can avoid making it), and Sarah and Sarie discuss ways graduate programs and externships can better prepare students for the working world ahead.Both hosts share a lesson gone wrong – Sarie shares an example of a lesson gone wrong in the home health setting, and Sarah shares an embarrassing memory lapse.This episode is perfect for anyone who wants tips on becoming a better SLP or to hear how other SLPs are adjusting to the fall rush that is our SLP busy time.Sponsors2018-08-3028 minSLP Happy HourEp. 14: Balance and Joy with Shannon from Speechy MusingsThis episode is perfect for anyone who wants to build more balance and joy in their SLP life. We interview Shannon from Speechy Musings about her quest to find balance and joy, how she makes money online, and what it was like to leave her full time school-based position to become a full-time entrepreneur. Sarie and Sarah also talk about jobs they had before they were SLPs, and tips for SLPs who are introverts to better manage their work life. LinksSpeechy Musings Links Website - www.speechymusings.comFacebook - https://www.facebook...2018-07-2646 minSLP Happy HourEp. 13: The Love Languages at Work and Home, 3 Essential SLP Lessons, Effectively Teaching EmpathyThis episode, we talk about using the love languages at home and work, what we think of them and if they are really important.Sarie also shared the most important things she's learned from the podcast to make it through her tenure as a CF: 1. Check email only twice a day (Episode 6) 2. Having difficult conversations, and emotionally charged conversations with parents, families, and caregivers (Episode 1 & Episode 9) 3. Saying No (Episode 3) We mention the book Option B, and something Sarah learned about in this book about empathy and the Danish and how empathy is related to...2018-07-1236 minSLP Happy HourEp. 11: Are the clients you work with ready to work with YOU?This episode, we talk about working weekends. Do you do it? Do you feel like it helps or hurts you? We’ll share what we do, and feel free to chime in on the conversation.We also answer a listener question - what do you say when people ask you what you do for a living? If you are an SLP, you are used to blank stares or odd comments when you tell people what you do for a living. Sarah and Sarie share the strangest things they’ve been asked at parties after revealing they are SLPs, and...2018-06-0739 minSLP Happy HourEp. 10: Interview with Beautiful Speech LifeOn this podcast, we answer a listener question - How to do you connect with difficult-to-reach clients? We share our thoughts on everything from building rapport with teenagers, to establishing rapport with adult clients to forming a relationship with young clients with Autism and identifying what they will work for and creating sessions so clients will want to work with us.We also talk about what is new in our speech room - which is being chronically late this time of year (because we are over booked?) and what we are doing about it.Sarah shares...2018-05-1844 minSLP Happy HourEp. 9: Take A Break, Sharing Difficult News & a Trick to Flip Your PerspectiveThis episode answers a listener question:The job of being an SLP is so busy and I feel like there is always more to do. How do you know when you just need to keep your nose to the grindstone and hustle away at the work, and when it’s time to stop, step away, and take a break?If you find yourself powering through a season of overwork or deadlines, this is the episode for you. Sarah shares how powering through is sometimes helpful and when she’s had to do it. Sarie shares that powe...2018-05-1036 minSLP Happy HourEp. 8: Changing SLP Settings & Work TransitionsOn this Episode, Sarah shares some SLP advice she should have taken (but didn't) and what she's doing about it. Sarie shares a lesson gone wrong that involves clients getting a bit too competitive.Sarie interviews Sarah about the topic of switching SLP settings and making work transitions, and the following questions are answered (and more!):Do you think leaving a job helps or hurts the profession?How do you know when you need to leave a job?How many times have you changed jobs?What do you look for...2018-04-2632 minSLP Happy HourEp. 5: When Self Care Doesn't Feel GoodThis week, on Sarah’s first solo podcast, you’ll learn four situations in which self care doesn’t feel good. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to learn a bit about switching a job setting, how to quit, or how to have tough conversations with others to draw boundaries. Sarah shares surprising ways to care for yourself that might not feel great in the moment, but are essential for your SLP survival. This episode ends with an SLP pep talk for all you SLPs out there who need to hear some loving words of affirmation. Listen in and...2018-03-0118 minSLP Happy HourEp. 3: Like Lists, Saying "No", and Lazy LessonsIn this episode we discuss a listener question: do you really have a happy hour while recording this podcast? We also talk about a “like list,” how it can help with workplace stress, and what’s on ours. We also share a lazy lesson (or is it an “efficient lesson?”) that we tried this week. Sarie shares her concept of a “Frankenstein job” and what it means. We also talk about what to do when you need to say no to your boss (!), and SLP advice that will encourage you to go for that goal you have in mind.2018-02-0339 minSLP Happy HourEp. 2: Asking for HelpThis week, a speech-language pathology conversation on asking for help. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to learn to identify your helpers, hear about a lesson gone wrong (holy vulnerability!), and learn about how to increase courage and vulnerability as an SLP. Sarie really digs in to how she’s identified helpers in her work setting and how she’s learned to ask for help, even when it’s hard. Sarah shares a lesson that bombed big time, we talk about how we all make SLP mistakes.2018-02-0329 minSLP Happy HourEp. 1: Welcome to SLP Happy Hour!This week we are exploring guilty self-care pleasures and what to do when you have a bad speech-language pathology day. If you find yourself sorting through SLP situations where emotions are running high, or times when you are criticized for your work this episode is for you! We talk about strategies to deal with difficult days including: active listening, having an "SLP bubble," and what to ask yourself when someone criticizes you. Sarie also shared some SLP advice on how realizing we are not irreplaceable can help manage job stress.2018-01-2425 min