2027 Early Hearing Detection & Intervention Conference
March 22-24, 2027 • Bellevue, WA
3/17/2026 | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Create More Time | City Terrace 9
Create More Time
Professionals supporting infants with hearing differences—such as audiologists, speech-language pathologists, teachers of the deaf, family partners, and public health providers—face daily demands that pull their attention in multiple directions. This session helps participants step back and examine how they allocate their time, using a simple four-quadrant framework: Do, Delegate, Plan, and Waste.
Through mapping daily tasks into these quadrants, participants will gain insight into where urgent pressures may overshadow important long-term goals, such as family engagement, early intervention planning, and collaborative care. The session provides practical strategies to prioritize high-impact work, reduce time spent on distractions, and protect space for proactive, meaningful interventions.
Interactive discussions and reflection exercises encourage participants to identify actionable changes in their workflows, increasing efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining a focus on quality care. By the end, attendees will leave with both a clear framework and concrete tools to align their daily activities with professional priorities, ultimately supporting better outcomes for infants and families.
- Participants will identify 2 areas to improve workflow/time management.
- Participants will be able to identify how they currently spend their time across four quadrants and learn strategies to shift focus towards what matters most.
- Participants will develop strategies to protect time for important, non-urgent activities that drive long-term success.
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Presenters/Authors
Amanda Hvass
(Primary Presenter), Positive Impact Consulting, amanda@positive-impact-consulting.com;
Amanda is a mother of three boys, including one who is DeafPlus. Having navigated the EHDI system as a parent, she served for eight years as Coordinator for Hands & Voices of Oregon. Today, she owns a consulting business, partnering with leadership teams to enhance collaboration and achieve healthy organizational outcomes. She also works with Hands & Voices and her local school district to support strong connections and successful outcomes for children. Amanda holds a certification in Performance Coaching and specializes in helping teams work more effectively together.
ASHA DISCLOSURE:
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No relevant financial relationship exists.
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No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
AAA DISCLOSURE:
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Financial relationship with Positive Impact Consulting.
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No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.