Function Junction:Behavior Matters

Bryce Kaiser is one of the co-founders of Hoom House.  Hoom House started because Bryce and his co-founder (and wife) saw that those seeking ABA services were on long waiting lists for services.  They wanted to shorten the wait.  They started with providing ABA services online even before Telehealth became so popular.  They have expanded to connecting people pursuing supervision for their BCBA studies and those who can provide supervision.  Susan and Cissy enjoyed hearing about their services and all the things they share freely.  Stay for the question.  Come back for the rest of the conversation next week.

Susan and Cissy talk about finishing up 2023 and making plans for 2024.  They share some of their own goals for the coming year as well as ways to help reach those objectives.  The science of behavior analysis certainly comes into play when we try to learn or achieve something new.  They also reminisce about goals from the past and ways their own New Year's resolutions have morphed over time.  There is no question for this week, but if you are willing, please share your plans for the coming year to our social media pages. 

Susan and Cissy talk about holiday memories and the potential behavior concepts behind those memories.  Listen for the level of stimulus discrimination Cissy's Mom showed.  Also, listen for some magic Susan had one year. We hope you enjoy these stories of sweet times from the past.  There is not a question this week.  We want to be sure to thank Troy Payne for all the work he does for us getting the episodes ready as our audio editor and producer.  Thanks too to Joe (Cissy's husband) who serves as our executive producer. Happy Holidays! Be sure to check out Blossom n Beauxs Behavior Secrets  at https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Blossom-N-Beauxs-Behavior-Secrets-By-Susan-Catlett

Susan and Cissy continue their talk with Gary Moore of the nonPareil Institute.  He talks about some of the creative projects the crew from nonPareil have been responsible for.  They have done a great job teaching others about playing to their strengths.  The conversation is a reminder about how hard parents work for their children.  That work, for nonPareil, has turned into people from all over the world wanting to see how they have done it.  Thanks for listening!

Gary Moore, co-founder, President, and CEO of the nonPareil Institute, spends time talking with Cissy and Susan about his grassroots efforts with his co-founder, that set out to help their two sons and that has become a nationally known organization geared at supporting "Crew Members" in the areas of technology, soft skills, and social engagement. He is such an inspiration.

Susan and Cissy talk about handling the challenges of holidays and all the changes to regular routines brought on by the celebrations.  They also give some tips about traveling and safety.  Many of the tips have been learned from families who have successfully managed these kinds of things.  Function Junction hopes this is a happy season for all of our listeners.  We are thankful for each of you.

Susan and Cissy are back for the rest of their conversation with Ed Thompson of Uptimize.  He points out that innovation is critical for businesses to remain relevant.  He makes the point that neurodiverse people think differently from many of us and have quite a bit to offer with ideas related to innovation.  Be sure to grab his book, A Hidden Force.  It will get you thinking! He gives lots of great ideas about interviewing.  One important point is asking questions to help make sure the new company is a good fit for the person interviewing.  Stay for the question.  Thank you for listening.

Ed Thompson is the CEO of Uptimize which is dedicated to helping employers hire and retain talent that thinks differently.  He is the Author of A Hidden Force: Unlocking the Potential of Neurodiversity at Work.  In this first half of their conversation, he talks with Susan and Cissy about the formation of the company and the development of the book.  His book explores how neurodiversity has been overlooked, why embracing neurodiversity is beneficial, and how to take new understanding of neurodiversity into our lives and work places.  Stay for the question and be sure to come back for the rest of the conversation with Ed.

Susan and Cissy talk about the importance of reinforcement.  It is not just the use of reinforcement, but making sure to get it right.  Is what you are using something the person will be want?  Is everyone working with the individual applying reinforcement in the same way?  Cissy and Susan have been lucky enough to work with many individuals with very interesting reinforcers which make for interesting ways to learn about the topic.  They have made mistakes with reinforcers and seen others make errors.  Have a listen and gather some ideas.  Stay for the question.  Thank you for listening.

Susan and Cissy continue their conversation with Ramon Santillan.  Ramon has written the book "Big 4 Interview Questions" that helps individuals think through the kinds of questions that are asked in interviews.  He also shares ideas about answering those questions sharing your own strengths that highlight skills an interviewing company is looking for.  Have a listen to his ideas and grab his book to help with the interviewing process.  Don't forget the question at the end.  Please come back next week