S2E16: Networking and Partnerships in Private Practice with SLP Kim Dillon

The Speech Source

This has been such a fun season of The Speech Source Podcast! As we wrap up our season of How I Made My Speech Path Business, Kim and Mary each take a turn in the interviewee seat and talk about how they themselves have built their own private practices.
First up was Kim Dillon talking about her private speech practice. Kim shares about the beginnings of her career, which started from what she thought was a babysitting job but led her to the field of speech pathology. Over the years, she transitioned from traditional employment to establish a flexible and successful private practice that aligns with her role as a mother of four and an active community member. Throughout the episode, Kim emphasizes the strategic use of preschool screenings to build her client base and the importance of cultivating strong, respectful relationships with preschool directors and teachers. This approach not only solidified her business in the community but also minimized travel time and maximized efficiency. Kim also highlights the flexibility of the SLP field, which has allowed her to adapt her career to her family’s evolving needs. The episode wraps up with Kim reflecting on the need for a balance between her desire to serve and adopting a more structured business mindset. This episode not only sheds light on the professional paths available within speech pathology but also serves as an example for integrating personal passions with professional aspirations.
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Chapters

1. Entrepreneurial Journey in Speech Pathology (00:00:00)

2. Building Relationships in Preschool Settings (00:08:53)

3. Building Relationships Through Resourceful Screeners (00:14:45)

4. Establishing and Maintaining Preschool Relationships (00:22:45)

5. Balancing Work, Family, and Community (00:28:01)

6. Personalized Gifts and Appreciation in Business (00:37:47)