In part two of this powerful conversation, Dr. JoycelynMorris and executive coach Anita Kishore get real about what it actually takes to find the right coach—and why the right fit can transform your leadership journey.

Anita breaks down how to choose a coach who aligns withyour goals, communication style, and lived experience—emphasizing that trust, shared understanding, and clarity on outcomes matter just as much as credentials. She also unpacks the differences between executive coaching, career coaching, life coaching, and therapy, introducing the idea of building a “support team” to help you grow holistically.

The conversation goes deeper into the importance of ICFcredentialing, ethical coaching practices, and knowing when additional support—like therapy or medical care—is needed. Through real examples, including burnout and anxiety, Anita highlights how coaching can create space for reflection, accountability, and meaningful change.

Drawing from her own journey, Anita shares how shebalances her analytical mindset with emotional intelligence to help leaders build trust, influence, and authenticity—without losing their edge. She offers practical ways to embrace vulnerability, reminding us that emotions aredata—and data needs a voice.

If you’re ready to lead with both insight and impact,this episode is a must-listen. 🎙️✨

Episode Resources

Follow Anita Kishore on the following channels:

Instagram: @coachanitaphd

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachanitaphd/www.anitakishore.com

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 The Long Game:How to be a long-term thinker in a short-term world by Dorie Clark

In this episode of the Race, Wealth, and Health Podcast, host Dr. Joycelyn Morris sits down with executive coach Anita Kishore to unpack an important leadership question: What happens when the skills that helped you succeed early in your career stop working at higher levels of leadership?

Together, they explore how analytically minded leaders—those who thrive on data, logic, and direct communication—often find themselves needing a new set of tools as their roles expand. Anita shares how many leaders naturally lead “from the head,” but as teams grow and responsibilities increase—especially in remote and hybrid workplaces—building trust, connection, and influence becomes just as critical as technical expertise.

Through practical examples and coaching insights, Anita explains how leaders can improve communication across different personality styles, deliver feedback more effectively, and create stronger team relationships. She also highlights why learning to delegate, ask better questions, and empower others to solve problems is key to developing trust and influence at the executive level.

Whether you're an analytical leader navigating a new leadership role or someone looking to strengthen your communication and executive presence, this episode offers thoughtful insights on how coaching can help unlock deeper impact and influence.

In this episode our guest, Omar Chin, brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive experience in product management and the stock market. Omar takes us through his inspiring journey—from being a passive investor to becoming an active trader, mastering the world of futures and options. Along the way, he shares the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to investing and the lessons he’s learned navigating the markets.

But this conversation goes beyond just numbers andtrades. Omar opens up about his mission to educate and empower others through his platform, Grow Your Wallet, where he helps demystify complex financial concepts and makes investing accessible for everyone. He highlights why financial literacy is not just a skill, but a powerful tool for achieving freedom, generational wealth, and economic justice.

Whether you’re just getting started with investing orlooking to level up your strategy, this episode is packed with practical tips, mindset shifts, and inspiration to help you take control of your financial future.

Omar is the founder of Grow Your Wallet, an online platformto provide stock market education to people interested in learning about investing and for experienced investors. He graduated from Florida A&M University with his MBA and has over 10 years of experience with the stock market.

Episode Resources

Connect with Omar via the following channels:

Instagram: @ochin_investstrades

Website: www.grow-yourwallet.com

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Trading in the Zone by Mark Douglas

Special guest Chelsea Ransom Cooper joins us for part two of the discussion on the importance of financial advisors, debunking misconceptions about financial planning, and highlighting the unique challenges faced by first-generation wealth accumulators. In this episode of the Race, Wealth, and Health Podcast, we continue to discuss financial management and planning for communities of color. The episode also delves into the generational and racial nuances impacting financial planning, the significance of prioritizing retirement, and the benefits of investments like ETFs and index funds. Chelsea shares insights into the evolving landscape of financial services and the critical importance of high-quality financial advice in reducing racial and gender wealth gaps. The discussion aims to empower listeners with the knowledge to manage their finances better and improve their overall wellbeing.

Episode Resources

Connect with Chelsea via the following channels:

Instagram: @zenithwealth.partners | @chelsea.cfp

Website: https://zenithwealth.partners/

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The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed and Happiness

In this episode, we sit down with Chelsea Ransom-Cooper,CFP® and co-founder of Zenith Wealth Partners, to explore how she's helping build $1 billion in wealth for women and people of color. Chelsea shares her journey from traditional finance to launching a mission-driven firm during thepandemic, and why financial planning—rooted in culture and purpose—is key to closing the wealth gap. Whether you're just starting or leveling up your finances, this conversation is packed with insights on money, mindset, and representation.

About the Guest:

Chelsea Ransom-Cooper, CFP® is the Co-Founder and ChiefFinancial Planning Officer of Zenith Wealth Partners, a minority-owned wealth management firm on a mission to generate $1 billion in wealth for women and people of color. Chelsea has appeared in national publications such asCNBC, NPR, Marketwatch, and the Wall Street Journal and across a variety of platforms, including podcasts and social media. She was also recognized by Investment News 40 Under 40, NerdWallet as one of the 9 Black FinancialInfluencers to Follow, and Financial Advisor Magazine as a Young Advisor to Watch in 2023.

In this episode, host Dr. Morris sits down with Aja Evans, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Financial Therapist, for a powerful conversation on how emotions and money are deeply intertwined.

Aja shares her personal and professional journey intofinancial therapy—a path sparked by her own financial awakening and a commitment to helping others break through the emotional barriers that hold them back financially. Together, they explore the concept of money avoidance, the influence of financial trauma, and why developing financial literacy is just one part of the puzzle. As they dive into Aja’s new book, Feel Good Finance, listeners will learn how to identify their money mindset, navigatelimiting beliefs, and build healthier financial habits rooted in self-awareness and empowerment.

Aja has been featured in a variety of major news outletsincluding The New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, Time, and Teen Vogue. With over a decade of experience, Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. Outside of work, you can find Aja chasing after her two young children as they hunt down the next delicious place to eat.

Episode Resources

Connect with Aja Evans via the following channels:

Instagram: @AjaETherapy

Website: AjaEvansCounseling.com

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Feel Good Finance

In this powerful episode of the Race, Wealth, andHealth podcast, we continue the conversation with Dr. Keneshia Grant for an honest, thought-provoking conversation about fertility, family building, and challenging societal norms. As a Black woman navigating the complexities of reproductive health, Dr. Grant shares her deeply personal experiences with fibroids, IVF, and making empowered choices to create the life she envisioned.

This episode dives into the intersections of race,health, and economic status—exploring both the privileges and barriers that shape the journey to parenthood. Dr. Grant highlights the crucial role of mental health preparation, social support, and financial planning, while also emphasizing the power of daring to dream and living life on your own terms.

Beyond her personal story, Dr. Grant is an accomplishedscholar and associate professor of political science at Howard University, specializing in Black migration and its impact on American politics. Her book, The Great Migration and the Democratic Party: Black Voters and the Realignment of American Politics in the 20th Century, explores how migration patterns have reshaped political landscapes—a theme that continues in her current research on civic engagement, gentrification, and displacement.

Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation thatblends personal resilience with academic expertise, challenging us all to rethink what it means to create a family, pursue personal freedom, and navigate today’s shifting political landscape.

Episode Resources

Connect with Dr. Grant via the following channels:

Instagram: @keneshiagrant

Website: keneshiagrant.com

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Harlem Rhapsody

This week on the Race, Wealth, and Health podcast, our host is joined by her friend and colleague, Dr. Keneshia Grant, for a powerful conversation about choice, resilience, and defining family on your own terms. Dr. Grant opens up about her experience with IVF, the challenges of dealing with fibroids, and how she formed a modern family structure with the help of a gay male couple—whom she affectionately calls her "baby daddies." Through it all, she highlights the importance of having the freedom to shape your life in a way that aligns with your values and aspirations.

The conversation also touches on the broader implications of today’s political climate, including threats to reproductive rights and civil liberties. Dr. Grant’s story is both deeply personal and widely relevant, offering insight and inspiration for anyone navigating their own journey of self-determination.

Dr. Grant is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Howard University in Washington, D.C. where her research and teaching focus on state and local government and Black voters. She is also the author of The Great Migration and the Democratic Party: Black Voters and the Realignment of American Politics in the 20th Century (2020, Temple University Press).

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