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8 Find alternative ways to keep up to date Accessing short, flexible and “bite-sized” professional development can be a quick and easy way to stay on top of evidenced-based practice. For example, websites such as The Informed SLP provide plain-language reviews of clinically applicable research. Alternatively, there are a range of speech pathology podcasts that summarise and discuss research and clinical practice issues. Swallow Your Pride, Down the Hatch and The First Bite are three of my favourites. 9 Self-care Self-care is important for your general health and well-being and is particularly important during times of stress. Taking time for self-care can also increase your productivity. There are a range of self-care resources and tools available online

(some Australian-specific sites include Everymind, Beyond Blue, Headspace and the Black Dog institute) but it is important to find strategies that work best for you (e.g., meditation, reading for enjoyment). 10 Twitter Twitter is an amazing way to connect with speech pathologists and other professionals across the world. It can be a great way to network with people with diverse backgrounds and to build relationships with people you wouldn’t ordinarily get the opportunity to meet in person. Many researchers and organisations share recent publications or upcoming events and there are excellent discussion threads. You can also use Twitter to ask questions or share information. So, if you haven’t already signed up, follow and join in!

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