Stop SH!T*%G on "ABA Influencers"

What to Expect

The field of behavior analysis as a whole is largely like a decade behind the times. We start to leverage tools and technology very slowly - probably as a byproduct of being a science - where moving too fast can be a cause of concern. While there’s been some that are on-time or even ahead of the curve on new science communication or entrepreneurial tools available to disseminate behavior analysis, we’re largely behind. Look at the uptick of podcasts in the last few years compared to the first wave of podcasts that the world has come to know. We’re talking a decade between the two. So while our field is growing rapidly, and we’re seeing more “ABA influencers” attempt to offer value and build communities, we’re likely to only see far more. I'm clearly here and for it - let's all work together and shine a light on the field in the best, more accurate way we can w/ increased expectations on each action.

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Ryan O'Donnell, MS, BCBA

Ryan O'Donnell, MS, BCBA

Hey, I'm Ryan. I usually go by Ryan O or RYANO. I hail from northern Nevada in the grungy, yet surprisingly classy, (and newly renovated) Reno, Nevada. I like my climate like I like my data: evolving, uncompromising, and progressive. I am a master of science; that is, I have an M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis, however, my interests have grown to include many other interests, including entrepreneurship and capturing perspectives and stories through various mediums. These interests and skills have allowed me to work with a lot of great people. I've started three businesses, started numerous active joint venture agreements, a behavioral think-tanka podcast, a professional development movement, helped organizations that support people with Intellectual Disabilities, to list a few. Currently, I lead product development and distribution for High Sierra Industries as a Learning Systems Development Specialist. I focus outside this role on building a community of thought leaders and doers to create content that increases the transparency of behavior analytic technologies with the hopes of creating a platform that truly saves the world. My interests are all over, from artificial intelligence and machine learning applications to the theory and philosophy behind Why We Do What We Do (wwdwwdpodcast.com). In my spare time you can find me consuming social media, prepping/climbing a giant mountain, or walking around with my camera in my hand (and, occasionally, all simultaneously). Connect with me personally on most all social platforms via @TheDailyBA and let me know what drives you to pursue the Behavior Analysis vision.

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