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SLPs: Less can be more, so get rid of stuff!

The big picture: Most SLPs seek to add new services, projects, and workflows to improve the quality of their work for clients. But what if – instead – we asked ourselves: “What can I get rid of?” Why it matters: “Addition sickness” describes unnecessary rules, procedures, communications, tools, and tasks that grow over time, increase…

Australian SLP Spark Alert: Australian SLPs must review their marketing materials and websites ASAP!
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Australian SLP Spark Alert: Australian SLPs must review their marketing materials and websites ASAP!

The big picture: On 13 November 2024, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) warned providers to review their advertising about NDIS services as a matter of urgency. Why it matters: Now that new laws are in place about NDIS supports, the ACCC is going after “problematic advertising practices” targeting NDIS participants. All marketing and…

Australian SLP Spark: NDIS Reminder: update your invoice systems before 2 November 2024
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Australian SLP Spark: NDIS Reminder: update your invoice systems before 2 November 2024

The big picture: The NDIS CEO expects SLP providers to be up to speed on the new NDIS rules before 2 November 2024 (i.e. by close of business on Friday, 1 November). Why it matters:  What to do:  Zoom in:  Go deeper:  Read: More from us:

SLP Spark: Each speech pathologist should buy their own professional indemnity insurance
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SLP Spark: Each speech pathologist should buy their own professional indemnity insurance

The big picture Some Australian speech pathologists think buying their own insurance is a waste of money, and that they can rely on their employer’s insurance if they get sued.  But: Your employer might: Zoom in As health professionals, every Australian SLP is required to maintain appropriate indemnity insurance arrangements, including under the: Bottom line…

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