Teaching More Than Money
More Than Money: How a Wink Became a Lesson in Emotional Intelligence. What looks like a simple gesture is actually a foundational skill in business and beyond.
In one of the most recent episodes of the Mini Investors Series, Kennedy shared something sweet and surprisingly insightful.
She said, “My mom taught me how to wink. That means you see someone, and you’re letting them know you see them.”
It was a proud moment, not because she remembered it, but because she understood the meaning behind it.
As a psychologist, I’ve spent years studying the impact of subtle, nonverbal cues in relationships, business, and leadership.
As a mother, I’m now seeing what it looks like to model those lessons at home.
And in this season of life where I’m building wealth, raising a daughter, and mentoring through mindset, I’m reminded that small social cues carry significant influence.
Mini Investors Series — Kennedy & The Flip Side
Why Small Social Cues Matter in Business
A wink.
A nod.
The pause before you speak.
The way you hold eye contact when you’re listening not just waiting to respond.
These subtle signals shape how people perceive us, trust us, and partner with us.
In real estate, deals are often won or lost before the paperwork even hits the table. It's not always about who has the best offer; it’s about who inspires the most confidence. And confidence is communicated through presence, not pressure.
Teaching Kennedy to acknowledge someone in the room isn’t just good manners it’s emotional awareness in action.
Emotional Intelligence as a Foundation for Investing!
Most people think investing is all about numbers. And yes, numbers matter. But so does your ability to regulate emotion, read the room, and lead with discernment.
Whether you’re negotiating a deal or managing a setback, your emotional intelligence often determines how far and how sustainably you’ll grow.
When I talk about building generational wealth, I don’t just mean passing down money; I mean passing down the mental frameworks that help sustain it.
Kennedy is learning that early. And I believe that’s the kind of investor the next generation deserves to see.
How I Tie Psychology Into Motherhood and Mentorship
My background in psychology isn’t something I leave behind when I step into real estate or parenting. It’s woven into the way I communicate, the way I build teams, the way I teach my daughter, and the way I consult others.
Motherhood has made me more intentional.
Mentorship has made me more accountable.
Both have reminded me that leadership is less about being in charge, and more about being aware.
Teaching Kennedy How to Lead Without Saying a Word
The wink may seem like a small moment.
But it represents a bigger truth: leadership isn’t always loud.
By helping Kennedy understand the power of presence, I’m teaching her that her ability to connect, acknowledge, and lead starts long before she opens her mouth.
That’s emotional intelligence. That’s communication. That’s ownership.
And that’s exactly what the Mini Investors Series is about.
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“Every gesture, every moment, it all matters. Because we’re not just raising investors. We’re raising emotionally aware leaders.”
— Dr. Eboni Morris
Psychologist • Investor • Mentor
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