Hi-5 Philosophy
CEO-to-CEO: The Math of Recruiting
Dear CEO: Alongside our roles as visionary/architect for our businesses, and the necessity of full-scope oversight, talent acquisition is a primary function for every CEO. Building an organization is fundamentally about developing an environment conducive to the growth of personnel who provide goods and services to clients and customers. The better the environment, which includes…
Read MoreCEO-to-CEO: EXPANDING QUALITY SERVICES
Quality Services Providing quality services to a growing number of people requires a dynamic perspective which incorporates ongoing development of systems and personnel. For perspective, let’s consider a business model with which are all generally familiar—a school. We can make it a private school in a growing small town which has more would-be students than…
Read MoreCEO-to-CEO: EXPANDING QUALITY SERVICES
Quality Services Providing quality services to a growing number of people requires a dynamic perspective which incorporates ongoing development of systems and personnel. For perspective, let’s consider a business model with which are all generally familiar—a school. We can make it a private school in a growing small town which has more would-be students than…
Read MoreCEO to CEO – GROWING PAINS
Every entrepreneur wants to grow. Growth is the natural order of things. As the saying goes—“if we aren’t growing, we’re dying.” But growth involves suffering today for a payoff tomorrow. “Growing pains” aren’t reserved for awkward teenagers who suddenly gain six inches in six months. Every person, project, family and organization suffers discomfort, dislocation, angst,…
Read MoreCEO to CEO – GROWING PAINS
Every entrepreneur wants to grow. Growth is the natural order of things. As the saying goes—“if we aren’t growing, we’re dying.” But growth involves suffering today for a payoff tomorrow. “Growing pains” aren’t reserved for awkward teenagers who suddenly gain six inches in six months. Every person, project, family and organization suffers discomfort, dislocation, angst,…
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Franchisee Success
Franchisee Success Hi-5 ABA franchisees experiencing dramatic success from early in the process draw the attention of those interested in the why and how. What are successful franchisees doing right? A review of franchisee histories across the board, including thoughtful consideration of KPIs, quickly highlights six major differentiating factors for success in the field of…
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Franchisee Success
Hi-5 ABA franchisees experiencing dramatic success from early in the process draw the attention of those interested in the why and how. What are successful franchisees doing right? A review of franchisee histories across the board, including thoughtful consideration of KPIs, quickly highlights six major differentiating factors for success in the field of ABA. Location.…
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Game Theory Pt. 2
CEO to CEO: Game Theory Pt. 2 In Game Theory Part I, we talked about how and why every challenge in life constitutes “a game.” Seeing the problem as a game reminds us that there are rules which apply, there are strategies and tactics to winning, skill is developed through intelligent practice, good practice lies…
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Game Theory Pt. 1
CEO to CEO: Game Theory If you grew up enjoying competitive sports, cards, chess, puzzles, or any other strategic exercise, you are ahead of the game when it comes to blossoming as a CEO.
Read MoreCEO To CEO: Time Management Policies — Expectations, Culture, and Team Interactions
CEO To CEO: Time Management Policies Expectations, Culture, and Team Interactions Big Picture Considerations: 1) Building a business is a marathon, not a sprint. And businesses involved with engaging people in crisis are particularly vulnerable to burnout. Guarding against burnout, for everyone in your organization, is a primary concern that practically involves time management. You…
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Building an ABA Practice While Evading Doubts and Fear
The saying goes “Whether you think you can, or think you cannot, you’re probably right.” CEO to CEO: Building an ABA Practice While Evading Doubts and Fear CEO to CEO: Building an ABA Practice While Evading Doubts and Fear
Read MoreCEO to CEO: The Non-BCBA Franchisee/Lead-BCBA Relationship
As a non-BCBA franchisee, you can successfully establish a vibrant, effective ABA practice, but only through one or more BCBAs who are sufficiently competent to execute the many clinical duties involved. The Non-BCBA Franchisee/Lead-BCBA Relationship
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Private Agencies Providing Government-funded Services
The ABA industry involves incidents of great family stress, which can sometimes lead to blame-casting. Private Agencies Providing Government-funded Services
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Fundamentals
Coaches from every sport and vocation will tell you that success depends upon mastering the fundamentals. F
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Is a BCBA qualified to open an ABA Practice without assistance from specialists in other fields?
Yes, to a point, assuming the BCBA has sufficient clinical experience, a decent degree of business acumen, and appropriate state licensing.
Read MoreCEO to CEO: Interviewing BCBAs
Interviewing BCBAs A strong pilot episode for a new television show is uniquely dynamic. Written to capture the imagination of someone with the power to make the series a success, the pilot is designed to introduce each primary character in a snappy, winsome manner, while outlining both plot and theme for the entire series. Watch…
Read MoreCOVID19 Royalty Deferral Response from Hi-5 ABA
Warrenton, Va. Hi-5 ABA CEO David Maddox has announced that effective April 1st, 2020 and through May 30th, the company is offering a deferral on royalty payments for all franchisees. Noting that all of the company’s BCBA owner-operators are experiencing drop-offs for both in-clinic and in-home sessions, Maddox felt strongly that Hi-5 ABA needed to…
Read MoreNote from Hi-5 ABA’s President
A Note from David Maddox, J.D., President of Hi-5 ABA The Chinese symbol for “crisis” is a combination of two words–“danger” and “opportunity.” We’ve suffered a health and economic crisis for several months now, with more trouble and uncertainty ahead. Much conversation centers on various dangers, but let’s not neglect the inherent opportunities–opportunities which cannot…
Read MoreFauquier Times Features Hi-5 ABA Founders
Hi-5 ABA founders, David and Stephanie Maddox, had the pleasure of meeting with Anita Sherman of the Fauquier Times. Anita wrote an article about Hi-5 ABA/ABC Behavior’s new clinic and sensory gym. The piece also covers the vision and heart behind the organization. Anita wrote, “Maddox often gets teary when describing her work, which isn’t…
Read MorePersonal and Professional Relationships
BACB Ethics Rules over multiple relationships focus primarily upon limiting professional relationships with clients where personal relationships also exist with the client or with others related to the client. The underlying issue, however, is more than following the BACB rule. It’s about understanding “conflicts-of-interest,” where they arise, how they are managed, and when they become problems.
Read MoreFaith and Vision: The Story of Hi-5 ABA
“What do you have faith and vision for?” is a common question from David and Stephanie Maddox, the founders of Hi-5 ABA. It is the question that built their success as the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Franchising company. Their story is unique and has helped hundreds of special needs children in the US and around…
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