Prioritizing Communication in the Workplace: 5 Questions to Help Create a More Civil 2018

I will get straight to the point because, quite frankly, I don’t have a lot of time. I’m stressed out, double-booked and overwhelmed. Yes, every school year is replete with schedule conflicts and new referrals, but this year has felt like more than I can handle. Halfway through the school year, my schedule continues to change, my list of evaluations just gets longer, and I haven’t even started my professional growth plan—not to mention that a few weeks ago I had it out with a fellow speech-language pathologist over a total misunderstanding about an email! Working in the public schools can feel chaotic, and when the going gets tough, interpersonal relationships suffer. Yet, as workplace demands increase, it becomes even more important to share and rely on our colleagues’ expertise. Recently, I’ve felt a deep need for balance and a strong desire for real dialogue with my school teammates. In a professional setting where, at times, stress is the status quo, we should each take personal responsibility to treat every team member with dignity and understanding to foster an inclusive climate of shared ideas and mutual respect. As the New Year approaches, join me in reflecting on how our own interpersonal skills play a role in the culture of our school teams. Battling Workplace Incivility and Bullying By Enlisting Employees Seeking Civility Among Faculty Bullying and Intimidation in Clinical Supervision Handling Online Professional Scuffles From Rehab to Recess  Hectic...
Source: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Press Releases - Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Tags: Audiology Speech-Language Pathology Practice Management Professional Development Schools Source Type: blogs