Play is Productive!

🎙 ABA Business Leaders Podcast – Episode: Rest Is Productive In this refreshingly honest episode, April and Stephen dig into something rarely talked about in ABA business and entrepreneurial circles: rest. From hobbies to mental incubation to joy at work, they explore how taking breaks—real, intentional ones—can actually drive better decision-making, creativity, and resilience as a practice owner. If you’ve been stuck in nonstop hustle mode or struggling to find space for yourself in the middle of your business, this episode is your permission slip to pause. Rest isn’t lazy—it’s strategic. Inside the episode: 🧩 Why having a hobby is a protective factor against burnout 💡 The science of incubation—why stepping away from work can lead to your best ideas 📱 Stephen’s insight on how phones block creativity (and how small breaks can get it flowing again) 🛠️ Using ABA strategies like antecedent planning to design your own rest routines 🎉 How to build joy into your actual workday ⚖️ The difference between loving your work and being consumed by it 🔗 Resources: ✅ Free ABA Business Readiness Assessment Know where your practice stands—and what you need to fix 👉 https://3piesquared.com/aba-business-readiness-assessment ✅ ABA Billing Tips Protect your revenue with smarter billing strategies 👉 https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Billing_Tips ✅ Book a Free Consult with Stephen Unfiltered, practical advice for ABA business owners 👉 https://3piesquared.com/stephen-booking-page ✅ ABA Start-Up Checklist The essential roadmap for launching with clarity and confidence 👉 https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/the_aba_business_start_up_list