Coming Soon: Stephen Smith’s New Book

Stephen’s upcoming book is almost here packed with practical insights for ABA business owners looking to grow with clarity, integrity, and strong operational foundations.

Pre-order your copy now:

Apple: https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-aba-business-leaders-guide/id6755113017

Amazon: https://a.co/d/0hgLukNm

Release Date: May 12, 2026

If you're serious about building a sustainable, ethical, and profitable ABA business, this is a must-read.

In this episode, Stephen and April Smith sit down with Rick Kubina to explore some of the most pressing and complex topics facing the ABA field today, including the rise of artificial intelligence. 

Rick Kubina is a professor, researcher, author, and entrepreneur whose work sits at the intersection of behavior science, education, and technology. Since joining Penn State University in 2000, he has taught courses in reading, applied behavior analysis, instructional design, and more—while mentoring doctoral students who have gone on to shape the field globally. 

Stephen, April, and Rick unpack: 

• The appropriate role of AI in clinical environments  
• Where AI can drive efficiency without compromising care  
• The ethical boundaries every ABA leader must understand  
• How business incentives can quietly shape clinical decisions  
• Why human connection remains the core asset in ABA  

This episode is both a strategic lens for business owners and a grounding conversation for clinicians navigating rapid change. 

Sponsor 

This episode is brought to you by MarginKeepers, helping ABA business owners take control of their financials with clarity and confidence. 

Resources & Links 

MarginKeepers: 

https://3piesquared.com/business-affiliate/MarginKeepers  

Business Essentials List: 

https://www.3piesquared.com/blog/the-essential-list-for-a-successful-business_24  

Schedule a Consultation with Stephen: 

https://3piesquared.com/stephen-booking-page  

Free ABA Business Readiness Assessment: 

https://3piesquared.com/aba-business-readiness-assessment  

ABA Billing Tips Guide: 

https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Billing_Tips  

ABA Business Leaders Podcast CEUs: 

https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Business_Leaders_Podcast_CEUs  

Have a Question? 

Have a question for Stephen and April? 

📞 Call the ABA Business Leaders Hotline: (737) 330-1432