Back to Basics: Emergencies!
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Running an ABA business comes with unique challenges — and emergencies can strike at any time. In this episode, April and Stephen discuss how ABA business owners can stay prepared, keep operations running smoothly, and protect both staff and clients when unexpected events occur.
Key Topics Covered:
- Emergencies as a Solo ABA Business Owner Tips for managing critical tasks when you’re the only one in charge and an emergency hits.
- Continuity of Operations How to create a simple, actionable continuity plan that ensures your business continues to function during disruptions.
- Scaling and Staffing Challenges The importance of structuring your team correctly, including ensuring BCBAs are employees rather than contractors, and how high staff turnover can complicate emergency response.
- Delegation and Access Strategies for documenting responsibilities, giving employees decision-making authority, and ensuring access to critical systems.
- Emergency Procedures During Business Sale or Growth Why procedures can fall out of date during transitions and how to maintain readiness for any situation.
Takeaways:
- Emergencies are inevitable, but preparation is within your control.
- Clear documentation, delegation, and structured systems make your ABA business resilient.
- Financial and operational clarity are key to surviving and thriving during unexpected events.
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Resources
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