Empower Through Language | Jeaneen Tang

In this heart-centered episode of Business Story of the Week, we sit down with Jeaneen Tang, a seasoned speech-language pathologist, mother, author, and advocate for early intervention. Jeaneen’s journey began in Hawaii and took a surprising turn in Los Angeles as she pursued dreams of acting—only to find her true purpose rooted in helping children communicate.

After her own son suffered a traumatic brain injury at just 13 months old, Jeaneen leaned into her professional expertise to support his recovery. This deeply personal experience inspired her to write her groundbreaking book, "Play, Dumb, and Sabotage", a practical guide to empowering parents, educators, and therapists to mindfully build language development through intentional interaction.

Jeaneen talks candidly about overcoming “analysis paralysis,” the importance of mentorship, and how she’s building a global impact through her online trainings and resources. If you're a parent, educator, therapist—or simply someone striving to make a difference—this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and actionable advice.