Speech & Voice Works

Speech & Voice Works Christine Sofiane Katzenmaier MS CCC-SLP. Singing voice specialist, myofunctional therapist.

Voice therapy, myofunctional therapy, speech therapy for children and adults available for virtual sessions.

Your voice can be part of your job description without ever appearing on it.For executives and people in leadership role...
09/04/2026

Your voice can be part of your job description without ever appearing on it.

For executives and people in leadership roles, the workday can mean hours of meetings, presentations, conversations, and networking. When your voice is constantly in use, vocal fatigue can start to feel like just another part of the job.

But if your voice is regularly tired, strained, or difficult to project by the end of the day, it’s worth looking at how you're using your voice, not just how much you're using it.

Your voice is one of the tools you rely on to lead, communicate, and connect. Learning to use it efficiently can help you make it through the day without feeling like your voice has already clocked out.

Comment "LEADERSHIP" and I'll share more information about healthy, sustainable voice use.

09/03/2026

If your voice gets tired, strained, or unreliable before your next meeting, rehearsal, or performance, watch the full video on YouTube to learn why vocal fatigue can persist even when you’re warming up, hydrating, and resting.

A leadership meeting in the morning. A presentation before lunch. Back-to-back calls in the afternoon. Then a networking...
08/31/2026

A leadership meeting in the morning. A presentation before lunch. Back-to-back calls in the afternoon. Then a networking event where you still need to be "on."

Your voice is working through all of it.

If you regularly finish the day with a tired, strained, or hoarse voice, it's easy to assume that's simply part of having a demanding job.

But constantly relying on your voice doesn't mean you have to constantly push it.

How you breathe, project, manage vocal effort, and use your voice throughout the day can all influence how your voice feels by the end of it.

Your voice is one of the tools you rely on to lead, communicate, build relationships, and make an impact. It deserves to be as sustainable as the rest of your work.

Comment "LEADERSHIP" and I'll share more information about healthy and sustainable voice use.

If you're a teacher, you probably don't think twice about raising your voice when the classroom gets loud.You have a les...
08/28/2026

If you're a teacher, you probably don't think twice about raising your voice when the classroom gets loud.

You have a lesson to teach. Students need your attention. Someone in the back can't hear you.

So you push a little harder.

Then you do it again tomorrow.

Over time, that extra effort can become your normal way of speaking.

Your voice shouldn't have to feel exhausted just because you had a full teaching day.

Learning how to project efficiently can help you be heard without relying on more and more volume.

Comment "TEACH" and I'll send you more information about healthy voice use for teachers.

08/26/2026

If you're worried about your upcoming performance because you don't know what your voice will do, you're not alone.

You can know your music, rehearse for hours, and still feel like your voice is unpredictable when it matters most.

A reliable singing voice isn't about hoping everything works on the day of the show. It's about understanding what's getting in the way and learning how to use your voice in a way you can rely on.

Comment "CONFIDENCE" and I'll send you the link to book a Voice Breakthrough Session.

If you've ever found yourself raising your voice over a noisy classroom, you already know how quickly that can wear you ...
08/25/2026

If you've ever found yourself raising your voice over a noisy classroom, you already know how quickly that can wear you down.

You start the morning speaking normally.

By the afternoon, you're talking louder, repeating yourself, clearing your throat, and putting more effort into every sentence.

And by the end of the day, your voice feels completely different.

Many teachers assume the solution is to speak louder.

But healthy voice projection isn't the same as shouting.

The goal is to learn how to use your voice efficiently so you can be heard without constantly pushing for more volume.

If your voice is regularly tired or strained after teaching, that's worth paying attention to.

Comment "TEACH" and I'll send you more information on healthy voice use for teachers.

08/21/2026

A memorable voice starts with an authentic voice. Learn how presence, confidence, and healthy voice training can help you sound more like yourself, not someone else.

SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel for more voice tips.

Trying to change your voice without understanding what's causing the problem can feel like trial and error.You try resti...
08/19/2026

Trying to change your voice without understanding what's causing the problem can feel like trial and error.

You try resting. You practice more. You change your breathing. You try to speak louder.

But what if you're working on the wrong thing?

The FREE 2-minute Voice Quiz is a free educational self-assessment designed to help you better understand what's getting in the way of the voice you want and guide you toward an appropriate next step.

Comment QUIZ below and I'll send you the link.

Sometimes you know something isn't quite right with your voice, but you don't know what to call it.Maybe your voice gets...
08/18/2026

Sometimes you know something isn't quite right with your voice, but you don't know what to call it.

Maybe your voice gets tired too quickly.
Maybe speaking takes more effort than it should.
Maybe you struggle to project, or your voice doesn't feel as reliable as you'd like.

You may have tried changing things on your own, but you're still not sure what your voice actually needs.

That's why I created the Voice Quiz.

It's a free educational self-assessment designed to help you better understand what's getting in the way of the voice you want and guide you toward a next step that's appropriate for you.

It isn't about diagnosing yourself. It's about learning more about your voice so you can stop guessing and start understanding.

Curious about what your voice needs?

You'll find the FREE 2-minute Voice Quiz on my Resources page. Comment "QUIZ" and I'll send you the link.

08/14/2026

What makes a voice memorable? It’s not always pitch or volume, it’s authenticity. Learn more about voice training, vocal confidence, and healthy voice use on my YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE through the link in my bio.

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