Welcoming New Team Members: The Key to Retention and Success in Speech Pathology

As a speech pathology business owner, you understand the critical importance of effectively welcoming new team members in speech pathology. A well-structured process lays the foundation for long-term success and retention. Here’s what every speech pathology business owner should include in their onboarding system: Welcoming New Team Members in Speech Pathology – Setting the Stage […]

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) Assessment

What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)? CAS is a motor speech disorder that affects a child’s ability to plan and program the movements required for speech. Unlike other speech disorders, CAS involves a disconnect between the brain and the muscles used for speaking, making it challenging for the child to produce sounds correctly and […]

The importance of an onboarding system for your Speech Pathology business

Running a successful speech pathology business involves more than just delivering excellent care to clients. As a business owner, one of the critical components to focus on is the onboarding system for new employees. A well-structured onboarding process can significantly impact the growth and stability of your private practice by ensuring new hires integrate smoothly […]

Training Team Members in System Change

If you are a business owner, you already know that you can’t grow your business without adapting and evolving. Usually, this all starts with system change! System change involves implementing new processes and strategies and plays a pivotal role in driving growth and efficiency. However, for these changes to succeed, it is essential to invest […]

Four Business Lessons I Learned from Ireland

St Patrick’s Day is a huge celebration for the Irish and their descendants all over the world. For me personally, my family always celebrate St Patrick’s Day, as my husband and four children are Irish. I lived and worked in Ireland for ten years in my twenties and thirties and was fascinated by their history, […]

Mastering communication systems in business

In the fast-paced world of speech pathology, constant interruptions and the need to put out fires can leave you feeling overwhelmed and drained. This can lead to burnout. To maintain your own well-being and avoid burnout, it’s essential to establish effective communication systems. Here I share my top tips for mastering communication systems in business. […]

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024 with #InspireInclusion

Today is International Women’s Day! What a day to celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the field of speech pathology. The theme of #InspireInclusion resonates deeply with us as we reflect on the journey of female speech pathology business owners. International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, […]

Talk Online: Bringing Speech Therapy to Your Home

At TalkHQ Speech Pathology, we understand the importance of flexibility and have introduced an innovative solution for families who may find it challenging to access our clinics – Talk Online. In this blog, we will explore the world of online speech therapy and shed light on what parents can expect from these sessions. The Seamless […]

Booster Blocks for Ingham’s Waitlist

New Service Delivery for Ingham’s Waitlist TalkHQ Speech Pathology is excited to roll out our innovation to help Ingham’s waitlist. Our Ingham community has been greatly impacted by lengthy waitlists for health services. Unfortunately, new workforce data confirms that recruitment of speech pathologists in North Queensland’s rural areas continues to be challenging.  At TalkHQ Speech […]

Servant Leadership in Speech Pathology

As speech pathology business owners, we recognise that effective leadership is essential for growth. One leadership approach that resonates strongly with our profession is servant leadership. Servant leadership focuses on serving others and fostering collaboration. Servant leadership has the power to empower your team, enhance team retention, and increase productivity. In this blog post, we’ll […]