About Jeaneen Tang: Jeaneen Tang is a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent children and adults. A mother of a neurodivergent son, Jeaneen's personal journey has deepened her commitment to improving language development strategies for special needs populations. Her book, Play Dumb & Sabotage, offers practical tools for parents and professionals to enhance communication skills in young children. Jeaneen has shared her expertise globally, inspiring others to rethink early language intervention.

In this episode, Brian and Jeaneen Tang discuss:

• The role of personal experiences in shaping career paths and passions, particularly in caregiving and speech therapy
• Challenges and experiences with speech delays in children and adults
• Importance of early intervention and speech therapy
• Coping strategies for dealing with communication issues in both children and elderly family members

Key Takeaways:

• Personal caregiving experiences, such as managing a child's severe brain injury or helping a sick family member, can deeply influence one's approach to both professional and personal caregiving responsibilities​.
• Identifying red flags in speech development—such as a child not babbling by one year or not combining words by age two—is critical for parents to seek early intervention, which can significantly reduce the need for long-term therapy​.
• The "play dumb and sabotage" strategy encourages caregivers to intentionally under-anticipate a child's or adult's needs, thereby fostering opportunities for them to practice communication and engage actively.
• Speech delays in children don’t always mean long-term special education is necessary, and early intervention, especially between ages zero to three, is vital as federally funded programs can help address delays before they become more serious​.

"My book is not just for children with special needs, but it's for every child... If we can get every parent educated... it'll really change the world." — Jeaneen Tang

Connect with Jeaneen Tang:

Website: https://www.playdumbandsabotage.com/

Book: Play Dumb & Sabotage: https://www.amazon.com/Play-Dumb-Sabotage-under-anticipating-opportunities-ebook/dp/B0CW1JPC7P

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeaneen-tang-707a6730/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playdumbandsabotage

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About Connor Tyson: Connor Tyson is a financial wellness coach and founder of Progress Solutions LLC, with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He holds a Series 65, New York Life and Health licenses, and a ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant) designation. After working in wealth management and advising roles at major institutions like TIAA-CREF and J.P. Morgan, Connor transitioned to financial coaching in 2020, driven by his passion for financial literacy. He focuses on helping individuals eliminate debt, improve financial habits, and achieve long-term financial freedom.

In this episode, Brian and Connor Tyson discuss:

• Balancing financial responsibilities for both aging parents and children
• The emotional and psychological burden of family caregiving
• Financial planning and the importance of budgeting
• The role of habits and behaviors in personal finance

Key Takeaways:

• Caregivers must first assess and stabilize their own financial situation to ensure they are in a position to provide long-term support to both their aging parents and children.
• Many people, even those with financial education, struggle financially not because they lack knowledge but because they fail to build proactive and intentional habits around their money.
• Having early, transparent conversations about your parents’ financial assets, their wishes, and long-term care plans can prevent financial strain and emotional stress down the road.
• The sandwich generation is uniquely burdened with balancing immediate family expenses like childcare and eldercare, while simultaneously planning for their own future needs like retirement and education.

"I don't tell people what to do. I just understand their principles and values, their wishes and what they want, and then I help them understand how to go about that. I guide them to the resources they need to make decisions for themselves." — Connor Tyson

Connect with Connor Tyson:

Website: https://progressfc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-tyson-chfc%C2%AE-07391a45/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/connorthefinancialcoach/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connorthefinancialcoach/

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About Katherine McCord: Katherine McCord is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and the Founding President of Titan Management, where she champions integrity, inclusion, and innovation. She created the first-ever anti-bias Applicant Tracking System, Titan ATS, and founded The Neuroverse, a neurodiversity-focused nonprofit. Katherine is passionate about shaking up HR, fostering workplace inclusion, and advocating for animal rescue and human rights. Her work has earned her speaking engagements at prestigious institutions like AIMS (United Nations) and the London School of Business.

In this episode, Brian and Katherine McCord discuss:

• Understanding what neurodiversity is
• The impact of neurodiversity on daily life
• Strategies for managing family dynamics
• The role of communication in caregiving

Key Takeaways:

• Neurodiversity includes conditions such as ADHD, dyslexia, and PTSD, which affect how individuals process information and stimuli, and can come with both disabilities and strengths.
• Hormonal shifts, like those experienced during menopause, can significantly exacerbate or alter the ways in which individuals manage their neurodiversity.
• Implementing universal design principles in both homes and workplaces can greatly help accommodate the diverse needs of neurodiverse individuals, thereby reducing the everyday challenges they face and fostering a more inclusive environment.
• Adapting communication styles to the needs of the individual, such as using clear and specific questions, can lead to better understanding and outcomes in caregiving situations.

"Every human, neurodiverse or not, has different needs and a different way of functioning. Therefore, it’s important to ensure that they have the autonomy to live life in a way that is healthy and natural for them, whether they are a child, your partner, or an elderly parent." — Katherine McCord

Connect with Katherine McCord:

Website: https://www.titanmanagementusa.com/ & https://www.kmccordspeaking.com/

Show: Career Launch Live: https://www.careerlaunch2020.com/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katthehrtitan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-mccord-093bb343/

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