The Lang & AssociatesUPDATE is a quarterly publication focused upon relevant topics to the services provided by Lang & Associates. The most recent is Readiness and Compassion in Times of Change.
We are presenting at the Better Business Bureau Sacramento Women's Conference "Her Power Our Progress" on May 6, 2025 at the Tsakopoulous Library Galleria.
Consultants Jean Smithson-Bell and Lora Barrett are offering "Say Less, Hear More: How Listening to What's Inside You Can Enhance Communication."
Amanda Gorman, the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. History, shares her thoughts on the importance of talking about race in her poem titled, "Talking Gets Us There".
It's normal to notice what makes us different. Because what makes us different is what makes each of us so special. There's beauty in every type of face and every type of freckle. From the curl of your hair to the color of your skin, No one is exactly the same. Not even twins.
But across time and place, people have been treated unfairly just because of their race. And so heroes get into good trouble. They have to struggle for a long while, but when they win it's worth every mile.
People of color still experience racism today. So, it's up to all of us to say, enough is enough. To speak out with all our hearts and that starts at home, Starts with asking questions about race when we're taught about it. Together I know we can tackle racism. But first, we have to talk about it.
There is a measurable loss to an organization who has repeated internal conflict. This article demonstrates what factors to consider when deciding between the cost of ongoing conflict and resolution.
Have you ever wished you could just get up and walk out of a meeting? If so, join the club. Read further to learn how a neutral third party can ensure productive dialogue and outcomes.