Revolutionizing Professional Sports: Brett Yaris on Behavior Analysis in the NFL

02/24/24 • 68 min

Dive into the revolutionary world of professional sports through the lens of behavior analysis with my guest, Brett Yaris. Brett is breaking the mold by integrating Applied Behavior Analysis with NFL training methods. His unique path from special education to professional football coaching challenges traditional coaching methods and sparks new ways of thinking. In this episode, we'll take a look at Brett's career including the transition from special education to coaching NFL athletes.
This conversation is essential for anyone interested in how behavior analysis can be applied outside its usual settings. If you are interested in learning more about expanding your own career and pursuing your passion, stay tuned for an upcoming webinar titled "The Path Less Taken: A Roadmap for Behavior Analysts Seeking New Avenues" where Dr. Nick Green and I unpack the behavioral principles that have not only supported our success but can also serve as a guide for others seeking to navigate their way to fulfilling careers outside the conventional applications of ABA. This webinar promises empowerment, offering strategies, insights, and the inspiration needed to take the plunge into new domains where behavior analysts can thrive, proving that with the right mindset and tools, the world truly is an expansive oyster waiting to be explored.
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Welcome to the thoughts and rants of a behavior scientist show Hosted by Wall Street Journal in USA Today . Best-selling author , dr Pauley .

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Okay , welcome back to the thoughts and rants of behavior scientists podcast . I'm your host , dr Pauley , and I'm here with Brett Yaris . Yeah , am I saying that , right , brett ?

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