Author Description

Graduating with a degree in speech-language communication is just the first step in your journey to connecting through communication and deeply serving the world. The third edition in the Becoming an Exceptional Leader book series spotlights the very personal stories of speech therapists who have successfuly integrated clinical practice with their individual passions, talents, and worldview. Each chapter is written by a professional who represents a niche area of the field of speech-language pathology: academic, research, technological resources, professional development and education, and more. Most significant are their unique paths to discovery and individual journeys to creating and shaping offerings that harmoniously align with their life purpose.We share our experiences with you in this intimate setting as an invitation to find commonality, support, and courage to create and grow your own offering and have a positive effect on the global community. Each author shares inspirational people and experiences, genuine struggles, recommendations, and resources to help you compound your reach and expertise as a clinican as well as find fulfillment in your professional life.We invite you to discover your personal potential and explore the unlimited potential beyond the communication disorder degree.