Running an ABA business can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be demanding. Between operational challenges, leadership responsibilities, staffing, and the constant needs of the people you serve, it can be easy to lose sight of what made you want to do this work in the first place.

In our final episode of National Wellness Month, April and Stephen explore what it means to rediscover and protect the joy of running an ABA business. They talk openly about the ways stress and routine can take over, and how intentional practices can help business owners reconnect with their purpose.

April and Stephen share personal experiences, mindset shifts, and practical strategies for finding more meaning in the everyday moments of business ownership. From paying attention to your energy and tracking what brings you joy to practicing mindfulness and gratitude, this conversation offers a reminder that building a successful ABA business doesn't have to mean losing the enjoyment that comes with it.

🔑 Key Topics & Insights

• Why joy can get lost in the day-to-day demands of running an ABA business

• How to reconnect with your purpose and remember your "why"

• Why joy doesn't always happen naturally and how to intentionally create space for it

• April's approach to tracking joy and identifying what brings energy into your life

• Stephen's perspective on finding meaning in the mundane parts of business ownership

  Have a question for Stephen and April?

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  Resources & Links

  Business Essentials List

  The Essential List for a Successful Business

  ABA Business Leaders Support Group

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  Schedule a Consultation with Stephen

  Schedule a consultation with Stephen

  Free ABA Business Readiness Assessment

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  ABA Business Leaders Podcast CEUs

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  This podcast was produced by Max McLellan of MKM Audio.

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