OUR LEADERSHIP
Sydney Parriott MA, CCC-SLP, MBA
Founder & Corporate Speech-Language Pathologist
Sydney L. Parriott built Speak Like a Professional with one mission: to help people connect clearly, confidently, and authentically. In an era dominated by AI, fast communication, and workplace pressure, she saw a gap: people weren’t struggling because they lacked talent. They were struggling because no one ever taught them how to communicate in high-stakes environments.
With a decade of clinical experience as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) and a lifelong fascination for how people think, speak, and relate, Sydney blends science-backed communication coaching, psychology, and real-world leadership insight. Her work helps clients speak with presence, warmth, and intention.
Sydney believes communication isn’t a mysterious “IT factor.” It’s a skill set anyone can build with the right tools and feedback. And her approach is deeply human: rooted in emotional intelligence, cultural understanding, humor, and the knowledge that your voice is one of your greatest personal and professional assets.
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Sydney applies her own communication framework during coaching to model clarity, authenticity, and connection.
Frame of Mind: Logical, relationship-centered
Cultural/Linguistic Identity: Midwest; she/her
Delivery Style: High energy, expressive face, strategic gestures
Content Style: Warm, humorous, occasionally nonlinear, always human-centered
AS FEATURED ON
My Nūr AI
Sydney Parriott, MA, CCC-SLP, MBA, was recently featured on the My NūrAI Podcast, where she shared insights on communication, professional presence, and the science behind how we connect with others. She is also proud to serve as a Senior Advisor to NūrAI, supporting the company’s work at the intersection of communication, technology, and human connection.
WHY
Founding Speak Like a Professional
Sydney founded SLP (which she is also pleased to inform you those are also her initials) to address a growing problem: brilliant people being overlooked, misunderstood, or undervalued simply because their communication didn’t reflect their abilities.
She wanted to create a practice that:
prioritizes emotional safety
uses evidence-based communication coaching
integrates voice training, speech coaching, and mindset
supports clients navigating workplace anxiety, leadership transitions, and high-pressure speaking situations
Her philosophy is simple:
When you can communicate clearly and authentically, anxiety lessens, confidence improves, and true connection begins.
TRAINING
Sydney’s Professional Background
Sydney’s multidisciplinary background blends clinical, cultural, and business expertise:
Bachelor’s in Communication Science & Disorders — University of Missouri (2014)
Minors in Psychology, Art History & Archaeology
Multicultural Certification
Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology — University of Kansas (2016)
Master’s in Business Administration — University of Central Missouri (2022)
Her training allows her to support clients with voice training, public speaking anxiety, accent reduction, executive presence, communication clarity, and high-stakes workplace speaking.
LET’S TALK
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