Unlocking Leadership with Empathy: Anita Kishore, PhD, ACC – Executive Coach, Facilitator & Instructor

Join us for an insightful episode of The Brand Called You as host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Anita Kishore, PhD, ACC — Executive Coach, Facilitator, and Instructor based in New York City.In this engaging conversation, Anita shares her fascinating career journey from scientist to management consultant and ultimately to executive coach. She reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her path and the people-centered motivations that guided her transition.Anita offers practical wisdom on balancing candor with empathy, addressing blind spots among high-achieving leaders, and navigating the systemic and internal barriers faced by women and underrepresented professionals. She also explores the transformative role of mindfulness and emotional intelligence in building resilience, enhancing decision-making, and strengthening self-awareness.Whether you are an executive, an emerging leader, or someone navigating a meaningful career pivot, this episode delivers actionable insights for leading with clarity, compassion, and purpose.