Setting Expectations: Clear from the start

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OT Launchpad

Dr Luke Robinson

6 episodes

2 days ago

Your takeoff point into the world of occupational therapy practice. Welcome to OT Launchpad — the podcast designed to help final-year occupational therapy students navigate the transition from classroom to practice with confidence. Each episode offers practical strategies, real-world insights, and candid conversations. Whether you’re preparing for your final placement, polishing your professional identity, or wondering what the first chapter as a new graduate therapist might feel like, we’ve got you covered. Let’s bridge the gap between student and therapist, one episode at a time.

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Setting Expectations: Clear from the start

OT Launchpad

20 minutes 40 seconds

2 months ago

Setting Expectations: Clear from the start

In this episode of OT Launchpad, we explore one of the most critical foundations for a successful start in your OT career: setting expectations.

Drawing on the 2025 Occupational Therapy Australia Professional Supervision Framework, this episode unpacks how to establish clear expectations with your supervisor and yourself. We will explore:

Why early conversations about roles and responsibilities matter
How to ask the right questions during supervision
The power of regular check-ins and reflective practice
Strategies for setting realistic goals
How clear expectations protect your wellbeing and improve client outcomes

Whether you’re stepping into placement or beginning your new graduate role, you’ll find practical scripts, tips, and insights to help you build confidence, foster open communication, and thrive in your professional journey.