Hi, fellow SLPs! In today’s episode, Hallie explores the benefits of role playing in speech therapy to enhance vocational communication skills. Discover the practical strategies for SLPs to create realistic role playing scenarios that prepare students for the workforce by developing language skills essential for professional success. Tailored for speech language pathologists working with older students, Hallie offers insights into making therapy sessions relevant and engaging focusing on job interviews, client interactions and team collaborations.Here’s what we learned:By focusing on real world scenarios, students can apply their speech and language skills directly to their career aspirations and goals.It is important to design role playing activities that are tailored to the students’ individual speech goals and vocational interests.How feedback helps students reflect on their performance, recognize areas for improvement and make adjustments to their communication strategies.A resource called Secondary Secrets for SLPs, a private podcast series designed to inspire and provide strategies for working with secondary speech students.Learn more about Hallie Sherman  and SLP:  ? Website: https://speechtimefun.com/?Tar Heel Reader | Books for beginning readers of all ages ?✨ Check out the Secondary Secret Podcast here! https://www.speechtimefunpd.com/secret-podcast-signupSubscribe today and get access to my secret podcast filled with my juicy secrets for planning with ease for secondary speech students. 6 quick episodes that you can quickly listen to and feel refreshed and inspired! https://speechtimefun.com/secondarysecretsSubscribe today and get access to my secret podcast filled with my juicy secrets for planning with ease for secondary speech students. 6 quick episodes that you can quickly listen to and feel refreshed and inspired! https://speechtimefun.com/secondarysecrets