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Paperwork doesn’t have to be the reason this job feels unsustainable. In this final episode of our paperwork series, we zoom out and look at why burnout is often a systems problem (not a passion problem), and what actually helps school-based SLPs get paperwork done more efficiently. You’ll hear practical ways to reduce cognitive load, create repeatable workflows, and make steady progress without adding more stress to your plate.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

1. Identify your biggest paperwork stressors and prioritize what matters most
2. Use a “buffet” approach to implement systems without overwhelm
3. Plan IEPs and evaluations in a way that supports working ahead
4. Create reliable workflows that make paperwork feel manageable and sustainable

If you’re ready to make paperwork feel lighter, pick one strategy from this episode and try it this week.

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Writing IEPs and evaluations doesn’t have to feel like starting from scratch every single time. In this episode, we break down simple, systems-based strategies that help school-based SLPs write reports faster—without cutting corners or second-guessing their clinical decisions. You’ll learn how small shifts, like templates and text expanders, can reduce overwhelm, boost confidence, and make paperwork feel far more manageable.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

1. Eliminate “blank page syndrome” when writing reports
2. Use templates to streamline IEPs and evaluations
3. Avoid common copy-and-paste mistakes
4. Save hours during progress note season

👉 Tune in to start building a calmer, more efficient paperwork system you can actually sustain.

A simple paperwork system can save you hours and protect your focus during the school week. In this episode, I’m sharing an easy way to organize pending IEPs and evaluations so your desk stays clear, you always know what to work on next, and nothing slips through the cracks. You’ll hear my go-to folder + checklist setup, plus flexible options for SLPs who prefer printable systems or digital workflows.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. A “one-folder-per-student” system to keep paperwork contained
2. How to prioritize paperwork by due date automatically
3. Why checklists reduce errors and last-minute scrambling
4. Printable vs. digital ways to stay consistent and organized
5. How SLP Now can streamline forms, progress monitoring, and reminders

Ready to make paperwork easier? Start your free trial of SLP Now at slpnow.com/pod.

Paperwork doesn’t just take time. It takes up mental space. In this episode, we’re kicking off a 4-part series to help you reduce paperwork overwhelm by building a simple planning system that supports your deadlines (and your sanity). You’ll learn how to map out what’s coming, spot your busiest months, and create realistic weekly goals so you’re not carrying every IEP and eval in your head at once.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

1. Do a quick paperwork inventory to identify your biggest stress points
2. Audit upcoming IEPs/evals by month to plan ahead with confidence
3. Set weekly paperwork goals that reduce decision fatigue and mental load
4. Protect focus time using simple schedule boundaries

Try the SLP Now free trial at slpnow.com/pod to access the Paperwork Course + workbook and start building your system.

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Narrative graphic organizers are a simple tool that can unlock stronger storytelling, richer language samples, and better generalization across therapy sessions. In this episode, I’m sharing four practical ways to use a narrative graphic organizer with students across grade levels—whether you’re targeting personal narratives, story retells, or literacy-based therapy goals. These strategies are easy to implement, highly flexible, and designed to reduce overwhelm while supporting clear narrative structure.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

1. Use graphic organizers to scaffold personal narratives
2. Build pre-story knowledge before reading a book or article
3. Support accurate and meaningful story retells
4. Create parallel stories to promote generalization

If you want to see these strategies in action and grab free graphic organizers, check out my on-demand SLP Summit course for a deeper dive.

Narrative graphic organizers are a simple tool that can unlock stronger storytelling, richer language samples, and better generalization across therapy sessions. In this episode, I’m sharing four practical ways to use a narrative graphic organizer with students across grade levels—whether you’re targeting personal narratives, story retells, or literacy-based therapy goals. These strategies are easy to implement, highly flexible, and designed to reduce overwhelm while supporting clear narrative structure.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

1. Use graphic organizers to scaffold personal narratives
2. Build pre-story knowledge before reading a book or article
3. Support accurate and meaningful story retells
4. Create parallel stories to promote generalization

If you want to see these strategies in action and grab free graphic organizers, check out my on-demand SLP Summit course for a deeper dive.

Sequencing goals are common in IEPs, but do they actually lead to meaningful outcomes? In this episode, I share why I no longer write traditional sequencing goals and what I do instead to support generalization, comprehension, and real-world language use. We’ll look at how isolated sequencing tasks fall short and how embedding sequencing within narrative-based therapy can better support students’ communication skills.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Why decontextualized sequencing tasks often don’t generalize
2. How narrative-based frameworks support sequencing, memory, and comprehension
3. Examples of functional, measurable alternatives to traditional sequencing goals
4. Practical ways to scaffold sequencing within real stories and experiences

Listen in to rethink how you target sequencing and walk away with ideas you can apply in therapy right away.

Every January, thousands of SLPs come together for the SLP Summit, and this year’s lineup is packed with fresh insights and practical strategies you can use right away. In this episode, I’m sharing what to expect, how to access two on-demand courses immediately, and why the live sessions (January 12–14) are truly worth tuning into. Whether you're craving evidence-based ideas or simply want to feel inspired again, this Summit has something for you.

Sign up at slpsummit.com!

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In this episode, we break down six evidence-based strategies you can use to teach summarizing with clarity and confidence. From explicit instruction to picture-supported scaffolds, you’ll get practical tools you can use in your very next session.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✏️ How to explicitly define summaries, main ideas, and key details

✏️ Ways to use visuals and graphic organizers to boost comprehensio

✏️ Why modeling metalinguistic thinking accelerates learning

✏️ How sentence frames and text structures support generalization

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Did you know that just a handful of prefixes and suffixes account for most derivational words students encounter? In this episode, we break down simple, effective strategies for teaching morphology in speech therapy — so you can help students become confident “word detectives” without adding more to your plate.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to introduce affixes using clear, student-friendly examples
• Practical ways to teach selected prefixes and suffixes
• A step-by-step framework for breaking down words
• Tips for weaving morphology practice into any therapy unit

Tune in and bring a little more clarity (and confidence) to your vocabulary instruction!