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During this week’s episode, two longtime speech-language pathologists walk us through how they met, why they decided to pursue speech pathology in the first place, and how they’ve come to own four practices and counting. They offer interviewing and other advice for burgeoning SLP students and new clinicians who want to make a good first impression and gain the skills they need to grow within the field. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE40RR  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Mattie Murrey-Tegels, the founder of Fresh SLP and The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, recently spoke on Leigh Ann Porter’s Speech Uncensored Podcast about why she started her own podcast, what resources she offers through Fresh SLP, and how she helps her coaching clients realize their dreams and how to pursue them. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE39MSU.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Meet Bailee, a second-year graduate school student pursuing a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders offering insight into getting a Master’s degree in speech pathology. She shares what aspiring SLPs can expect from the application process and their first year in the program. She also provides useful tips on how to make the best of the experience and prioritize self-care, even when school seems overwhelming. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE38BJackson.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This SLP shares what she’s learned through her studies surrounding African American English and why speech-language pathologists and educators need to be aware of different dialects when diagnosing and treating clients. She also details her time working as an SLP overseas and how she’s come to run advocacy groups and professional development groups online. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE37LH. Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

After working in the field for more than 20 years and hiring plenty of SLPs over the course of her career, this SLP is ready to share her wisdom about how to land your dream job after completing grad school and a clinical fellowship. She offers interviewing tips, advice about talking up your accomplishments, and even outlines some of the things you should NOT do if you’re hoping to leave a positive impression.  Visit FreshSLP.com/podcasts for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE36Winter. Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This SLP shares what it was like transitioning from teaching and working as an SLPA to getting her Master’s in speech-language pathology and opening her own private practice. She covers challenges she faced while pursuing her degree, what helped her scale her practice so quickly, and how she helps SLPs land contracts with schools and governments to consistently generate more revenue. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcasts for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE35Green.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

A pediatric SLP shares why she started making videos on YouTube, delving into her work and the positive impact experienced by her kiddo patients as well as their parents and caregivers. Speedy Speech’s Kelli also advises on how other SLPs might start their own channel or passion project. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcasts for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full transcript available at http://bit.ly/MLE34Slemp.   Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This week an SLP details her journey from practicing as a clinician to working with fellow SLPs as a mentor to start their own private practice. She also delves into some of the mindset roadblocks standing in the way and how she believes SLPs can overcome them. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE33CC.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This SLP shares what it was like transitioning from working in corporate America to practicing speech pathology in schools and to finally opening her own private practice. She details the benefits of coming to the field later in her career, shares her favorite resources, and highlights the importance of finding and following your passion, whatever that may be. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE32Jurevicius.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers. 

As a first generation American, this SLP and private practice owner shares her background and why she decided to transition to private practice after working in a hospital setting. Listen to her wisdom as she talks about teamwork, support, and what it takes to be a successful SLP. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE31Linares.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

In this episode an SLP and private practice owner shares how she decided to enter the field of speech-language pathology, as well as how she determined which path to take with her education and career. She explains the philanthropic side of her private practice and highlights the importance of educating a diverse range of high school and college students about working in the field.   Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE30Overton.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This SLP and private practice owner shares how forging connections with the clients she worked with in charter schools and pediatric hospitals helped shape her career, and how she’s leveraging that experience to start her own pediatric practice. Listen to her tips for optimizing your educational experience and clinical fellowship, as well as utilizing your early career experience to pursue your goals down the line — particularly if your goals include starting your own practice! Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE29Guest.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This private practice SLP business owner focused on learning how to operate a lean and agile business during her doctoral program and is now successfully transitioning out of her full-time position into her dreams. Listen in for her top strategies for being successful as both an SLP and as a business owner.  Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE28McKernan.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Come listen to a CLP who has just started her Clinical Fellowship(CF), as she tells us how things have changed due to COVID-19 and how she maintains her drive to complete her CF.  Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE27Kauffman.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Ever heard of a private SLP practice that is totally about augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)?  This is Dr. Kristy Davies’ jam!! She is all about developing her business to meet the needs of her clients and her business has skyrocketed. Listen to a very passionate SLP talk about her world that is filled with AACs, ASL and big talkers. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE26Davies.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

This episode features Caroline Brindo, MA/CCC-SLP, BCS-S, sharing her pathway to becoming a director of a mobile modified barium swallow (MBS) studies company, with BONUS interviewing advice for those looking to become a medical SLP. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources. Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE25BrindoU. Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

In this episode I'm speaking with Autumn Henning, MS, CCC-SLP, COMⓇ IBCLC to talk about her private practice following her passion and certification as an SLP, Orofacial Myologist® and Lactation Consultant.  Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE24Henning.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

In this episode I'm speaking with Celine Wright, C-SLPA, to introduce listeners to the day in the life of a speech language pathology assistant (SLPA), discussing education, certification, job stability and job satisfaction. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources.Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE23SLPA.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

In this episode I'm speaking with Sarah Vacha M.A. CCC-SLP, a mobile FEES (flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing) SLP specialist with SuperiorView Swallowing Diagnostics and co-founder of the Northeast Ohio Medical SLP journal club. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources, including the handout “How to Start a Professional Network” (https://bit.ly/MLE22BPN).Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE22MFees.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

In this episode I'm speaking with Tom Dixon, MS, CCC-SLP, who has such a passion for dysphagia that he started a Facebook Dysphagia Journal Club to collaborate with peers around the latest research and activities. Listen in to learn how 1,800 members joined in three days, why journal clubs are so important for SLPs and how to start one. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes and more resources, including “5 Reasons to Join a Journal Club” (https://bit.ly/MLE21JoinJC) and “5 Steps to Start a Successful Journal Club” (https://bit.ly/MLE21StartJC). Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE21Dixon.  Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.