<p>In this special <b>panel episode of the ABA Business Leaders Podcast</b>, host April Smith, co-founder of 3 Pie Squared, is <b>joined by Jennifer Helten and Mallory Stinge</b>r for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the realities of owning and leading an ABA business. </p><p></p><p>Together, they explore the emotional, operational, and leadership challenges that show up once you step into ownership. From guilt and over-responsibility to delegation, boundaries, and the constant pressure of “everything being a priority.” The discussion also introduces the <b>ABA Business Leaders Support Group,</b> a new monthly space designed specifically for ABA owners who want connection, clarity, and support from peers who truly understand the role. </p><p></p><p>This episode is<b> sponsored by SILNA,</b> the leading care readiness platform and <b>AI-driven prior authorization management tool,</b> helping ABA organizations reduce administrative burden, improve authorization workflows, and focus more time on delivering care. </p><p></p><p><b>Learn more about SILNA here: </b></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.silnahealth.com/?ref=3Pie#get-started">https://www.silnahealth.com/?ref=3Pie#get-started</a> </p><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Learn in This Episode </b></p><p></p><ul><li>Common emotional and operational <b>crossover experiences amongst business owners</b>, regardless of size or location </li><li>How<b> owner guilt shows</b> up day-to-day </li><li>Why “if everything is a priority, nothing is a priority” increases your risk of burnout as an ABA Business Owner </li><li>Practical insights on <b>delegation</b>, time audits, and letting go of tasks that no longer serve your role </li><li>The emotional process of <b>mourning tasks after delegating them </b></li><li>Parallels between <b>parenting and running an ABA business,</b> including boundaries and time off <p></p></li></ul><p>Have a Question for Stephen and April? </p><p>Call the ABA Business Leaders Hotline: </p><p>📞 (737) 330-1432 </p><p> </p><p>Resources &amp; Links </p><p></p><p>ABA Business Leaders Support Group </p><p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://forms.office.com/r/cigPR8wFFC">https://forms.office.com/r/cigPR8wFFC</a></p><p></p><p>Business Essentials List </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.3piesquared.com/blog/the-essential-list-for-a-successful-business_24">https://www.3piesquared.com/blog/the-essential-list-for-a-successful-business_24</a> </p><p></p><p>Schedule a Consultation with Stephen </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://3piesquared.com/stephen-booking-page">https://3piesquared.com/stephen-booking-page</a> </p><p></p><p>Free ABA Business Readiness Assessment </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://3piesquared.com/aba-business-readiness-assessment">https://3piesquared.com/aba-business-readiness-assessment</a> </p><p></p><p>ABA Billing Tips Guide </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Billing_Tips">https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Billing_Tips</a> </p><p></p><p>ABA Business Leaders Podcast CEUs </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Business_Leaders_Podcast_CEUs">https://3piesquared.com/productDetails/ABA_Business_Leaders_Podcast_CEUs</a> </p><p></p><p>Episode Sponsor — SILNA </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.silnahealth.com/?ref=3Pie#get-started">https://www.silnahealth.com/?ref=3Pie#get-started</a></p>