#45. Conquering Procrastination: Strategies for SLPs
I have a confession to make--I struggle with procrastination. A LOT. And I know I'm not alone. Join me for today's episode where I'm breaking down the reasons why we procrastinate (spoiler alert: it's not because you're lazy!) and what we can do about it. I'm talking mindset shifts, tactical strategies, and everything in between. This episode will increase your self awareness and give you the tools you need to start making progress on evaluation reports, session notes, or anything else you've been putting off.
#24. Systems Series Part 4 - Mastering the Evaluation Process
Evaluation reports can be a major source of stress and frustration for many SLPs. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned professional, tackling evaluation reports efficiently can make a world of difference in your workload and overall well-being. These tips can help.
#23. Systems Series Part 3: Write Session Notes in Minutes With These Tips
Session notes-we know they're necessary, but as busy clinicians they can feel like one more thing on a never-ending To Do List. What if I told you that it's possible to write a session note with very little time and energy? In today's blog post, I'm walking you through a simple, effective system for taking session notes that will not only save you time but also reduce the stress that we often experience when it comes to documentation.
#22. Systems Series Part 2: Save Time With Session Planning
Whether you are a new speech-language pathologist (SLP) or a seasoned SLP, planning your treatment sessions can help save time and reduce feelings of confusion and overwhelm. However, as busy clinicians, we often get stuck in a pattern of rushing from one session to the next with very little thought about what goals we’re targeting and what materials we’re using to target them. The solution? A system for planning sessions.
#21. Systems Series Part 1: A Simple System for Tracking CEUs
Keeping track of your continuing education hours can feel daunting, especially when your workday is packed with back-to-back sessions and little-to-no documentation time. Creating a system to track your hours can reduce stress, anxiety, and overwhelm--and it can help prevent you from scrambling at the last minute to find workshops and webinars to meet your hours!
#20. Digging Into Boundaries and SLP Guilt with Published Author Mindy Hudon
It’s no secret that speech-language pathologists are feeling overwhelmed by heavy caseloads, loads of paperwork, and not enough time in the day. One SLP is setting out to help both students and colleagues take back control of their time.
#19. Behind the Scenes of my Virtual Planning Event - 10 Lessons Learned
In today's episode, I am peeling back the curtain in my business and sharing 10 time management lessons I learned while hosting my first virtual planning event.
Tune in to hear the mistakes I made, the road bumps I hit, and the successes I had as I was creating my 2024 Planning Event.
I'm covering everything from mindset to strategy. Each lesson is something you can apply to your own time management journey, especially when it comes to tackling some of your biggest goals. Let's dive in!
#18. Use My Time Buckets System to Manage Your Time
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with an endless To Do List running through your brain? Do you struggle with keeping track of all the things you have to do as an SLP, a mom, and a spouse? That's exactly why I created The Time Bucket System and I'm sharing it with you today. Once you start implementing this simple three-step system, you'll wonder how you managed your time without it. Grab the Time Buckets Resource here and get started today!
#17. 5 Surprising Benefits of Time Management
Most people think that the benefit of productivity coaching is that it allows you to get more done in less time. While that may be one of the byproducts of productivity coaching, I don't believe that it's the most important result. Today I am sharing five unexpected benefits of better time management skills.
#16. The 5 Lies We Tell Ourselves About Time Management
Today’s episode is a little dose of tough love for those of us (myself included!) who need to hear it. Over the past several years, I’ve started becoming more aware of the lies that we tell ourselves when it comes to managing our time and how those lies keep us stuck. Today I’m sharing the five most common misconceptions we have about time management and what they tell us about where we’re at in our productivity journey.
This episode is designed to challenge your understanding of productivity and unmask the dangers of the "just getting through the day" mindset that might be keeping you from engaging with what truly matters.
#15. Plan Your Week in 15 Minutes or Less
In today’s blog post, I’m sharing a three-step process to help you plan your week in under 15 minutes. Whether you have lofty yearly, quarterly, and monthly goals or you're just looking for a way to get out of overwhelm and into action, this method will simplify your planning and boost your productivity.
#14. Three Innovative Ways to Schedule Your Time as a Busy SLP
Ever felt like you're losing control of your time juggling between your role as an SLP and a mom? You're not alone. In this podcast-turned-blog-post, I'm sharing three innovative ways to schedule your day to help you make the most of your time. Whether it's using my Time Buckets System, conceptualizing four "mini days," or creating a rinse-and-repeat type of schedule, there are lots of options for even the most overwhelmed speech pathologist. I even share my personal routine to help you visualize how you can better structure your day, including pre-morning routines, family time, and home and business activities.
#13. Google Calendar Tips for Busy SLPs
Ever felt like you're losing control of your time juggling between your role as an SLP and a mom? You're not alone. In this podcast-turned-blog-post, I'm sharing three innovative ways to schedule your day to help you make the most of your time. Whether it's using my Time Buckets System, conceptualizing four "mini days," or creating a rinse-and-repeat type of schedule, there are lots of options for even the most overwhelmed speech pathologist. I even share my personal routine to help you visualize how you can better structure your day, including pre-morning routines, family time, and home and business activities.
#12. Mastering Time Management: A Three-Step Approach for Speech Pathologists
In today's blog post, I'm sharing the 3-step process that I use with my time management clients to help them take back control of their time. If you've been struggling with a packed calendar and long To Do Lists, and you can't seem to figure out how to keep up with it all, this is where to start.
#11. 3 Time Management Tips for Speech Pathologists
If you're a speech pathologist trying to wrangle your busy life into a neat schedule, I've got a juicy secret for you. In this blog post, I’m revealing the biggest secret about time management and—spoiler alert—it has nothing to do with calendars or To Do Lists.
#10. Do I Really Have the Time for This? Here's How to Find Out
As back to school schedules start filling up, this seems like a perfect time to talk about how to decide what to say yes to. We're diving into three questions to ask yourself before committing to any activity.
#9. 7 Tips for a Smooth Back-to-School Transition
As a mom and a busy SLP, you know the transition from summer to back-to-school season is never easy. It's a juggling act that demands patience, grace, and above all, strategic time management. In today's blog post, I'm sharing my favorite tips to help make the start of the school year smoother for everyone. I'm covering everything from tips for adjusting sleep schedules, to prepping for the school year, to setting boundaries in your work, home, and personal life.
Email is Killing Your Productivity
Are you struggling to get everything done in your day? Have you ever finished working for the day and found yourself wondering, “What the hell did I get done today??” I’m going to let you in on a little secret: the issue may be your email. While I’ll admit there are probably other factors that are contributing to the problem, email is one of the biggest culprits of wasted time.
Leave Room for the Margins
Have you ever noticed that on the days when you don’t have time to spare, when you’re busy running from one place to another, without fail - something goes wrong? I’m not talking about anything major. I’m talking about the unexpected road closure on your way to get your kids from school when you’re already running late.