Work Life Balance for Speech Pathologists: Mindful Time Management Tips for Therapists, Clinicians, & Private Practice Owners

Theresa Harp
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Work Life Balance for Speech Pathologists: Mindful Time Management Tips for Therapists, Clinicians, & Private Practice Owners

A podcast about coaching strategies and time management tips for busy SLPs, PTs, OTs, therapists, and private practice owners who want to feel successful in their personal and professional life at the same time. Let's take back control of your time! 

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    87. Why Work Expands to Fill Your Time (And How to Stop It!)

    Ever notice that a task takes exactly as long as the amount of time you allow for it? That’s Parkinson’s Law in action! In today’s episode, I'm diving into this powerful time management principle and how it affects busy speech-language pathologists. If you’ve ever spent way too much time on documentation, session prep, or admin tasks—this episode is for you. I’ll break down what Parkinson’s Law is, why it happens, and most importantly, how to use it to your advantage to get your work done mor...

    19 min

  2. FEB 11

    86. How Just 5 Minutes Can Transform Your Productivity

    Have you ever found yourself scrambling at the last minute, feeling completely unprepared and overwhelmed? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful shift that transformed my approach to transitions and my productivity—whether it’s planning for a treatment session, prepping for an IEP meeting, or tackling an evaluation report. What if taking just five minutes to prepare could completely change the way you show up? That’s exactly what happened for me, and today, I’m ...

    21 min

  3. FEB 4

    85. See It, Achieve It: How Visualization Can Help You Reach Your Goals

    Today I'm sharing an often overlooked yet powerful strategy to help speech pathologists achieve their goals: visualization. Whether you're struggling to start a report, establish a new habit, or manage changes in your schedule, visualization can offer clarity about how to get there and a catalyst to get you started. Tune in to learn how this strategy can be applied to both personal and professional tasks/goals, and be sure to share your experiences in the SLP Support Group. To find out how I ...

    20 min

  4. JAN 28

    84. Three Ways to Streamline Report Writing

    Today's podcast episode is from a Facebook Live training about how to prioritize documentation and report writing as a busy SLP. You'll learn: how to decide which reports to tackle firstsimple tips for working aheadtime-saving productivity tools such as using voice-to-textwhy self-care is critical to report writingAnd if you want to meet the newest addition to my family, then be sure to pop in to the SLP Support Group so you can see his little cameo!! To find out how I can help yo...

    26 min

  5. JAN 21

    83. Identifying Your Biggest Priorities as a Busy SLP

    As busy SLPs, we juggle lots of different responsibilities, from planning sessions, maintaining continuing education requirements, completing session notes, conducting evaluations, writing reports, preparing for IEP meetings...the list can feel endless! As a result, we struggle to decide what we should work on first. When everything feels like a priority, nothing is! Today, I'm sharing five things to help you determine how to prioritize your time as a busy SLP. Be sure to join the SLP...

    26 min

  6. JAN 14

    82. How to Manage Household Chores as a Busy SLP

    In this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing practical strategies to manage household responsibilities even when you're exhausted from back-to-back sessions and endless paperwork. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by chores or struggled to maintain a sense of order at home, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about: Setting a realistic baseline for home organization so your space feels calm, not chaotic.How to weave household tasks into your daily routine instead of letting them pile up.Why you ...

    22 min

  7. JAN 7

    81. This One Thing Will Transform Your Time Management in 2025

    Find out how I can help you create work-life balance! In the very first episode of 2025, I'm revealing the one thing that will completely transform the way you spend your time. Whether you're looking to shift your overall work-life balance, trying to stop bringing work home with you, or looking for a hot take on New Year's Resolutions, you'll walk away with the skills you need to take better control over your time. Make sure you join the SLP Support Group to learn more about this topic and...

    25 min

  8. 12/31/2024

    80. Maximize Your Productivity with These Resources!

    **Join the SLP Support Group on Facebook for access to all the events and resources mentioned in today's episode!** Want to learn how to use ChatGPT to increase your productivity at home and at work? Let's go!! In today’s episode, I’m excited to share what’s coming up for speech pathologists in early 2025. I've got four incredible resources designed to support your productivity and work-life balance: Free Body Doubling Sessions – Partner up and boost your productivity together.Weekly Facebo...

    24 min
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A podcast about coaching strategies and time management tips for busy SLPs, PTs, OTs, therapists, and private practice owners who want to feel successful in their personal and professional life at the same time. Let's take back control of your time! 

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