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SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 132 - Breaking the Burnout Cycle: Strategies for Executive ProfessionalsIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I engage in a powerful conversation with Teresa Vozza, an award-winning leadership expert and former CHRO at Allianz Partners. Teresa shares her insights on eradicating burnout and transforming leadership to create a sustainable, thriving work environment. Join us as we explore her mission, drawing from her wealth of experience, and discover practical strategies to foster well-being in the professional realm.
Teresa is on a mission to help executive professionals eradicate burnout and transform their leadership. She is also a wife to Greg, and mother to two fabulous kids, Connor, and...2023-11-2737 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 131 - Shaping the Future Workplace: A Conversation with Dorothy Dalton, a Talent Management StrategistIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down for a conversation with Dorothy Dalton, a global talent management strategist, workplace futurist, and founder of 3Plus International. With a career spanning discrimination, inequality, exclusion, and bullying, Dorothy shares her expertise in creating gender-balanced, diverse, and inclusive workplaces. As a seasoned HR consultant, executive search specialist, and certified coach, she discusses the importance of bias-managed recruitment, psychologically safe workplace cultures, and strategies for mitigating resistance to change. Tune in to explore the future of work with a true visionary in the field.
About Dorothy: Dorothy is the...2023-11-2624 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 130 - Thriving in Change: A Conversation with a Results-Driven CoachIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Catherine Gray - Leadership and Talent Development coach - we dive deep into the world of personal and professional growth with our guest, who specializes in helping organizations, teams, and leaders achieve extraordinary results while retaining top talent. We explore her unique approach, which emphasizes clarity and accountability at all levels. From breaking free from recurring issues to creating cultures of joy and ease, we discuss strategies and success stories that will inspire you to take ownership of your growth journey. Join us for an insightful...2023-11-2636 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 129 - Tech, Drums, and Digital Transformation: Rebekah's Unconventional PathIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Rebekah Panepinto. In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of technology and digital transformation with Rebekah Panepinto, a former rockstar turned cybersecurity and cloud strategies expert. From her early days playing drums professionally in Nashville to founding "The Rebekah Panepinto Project," Rebekah shares insights into the evolving tech landscape. Tune in as she discusses impactful leadership, the intersection of technology and business success, and her mission to empower technologists in mitigating risks while driving digital transformation in the enterprise.
After a short stint being...2023-11-1231 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 128 - Navigating the Future: Brandon Busteed on Higher Ed and Workforce DevelopmentIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Brandon Busteed - Chief Partnership Officer and Global Head, Learn-Work Innovation.
In this episode, Busteed shares invaluable insights on the evolving landscape of education, the intersection of technology and learning, and the critical link between higher education and workforce success. Join us for a captivating conversation with a thought leader who has shaped the dialogue on education and is committed to helping both universities and employers adapt, grow, and thrive in the modern era.
Brandon Busteed leads Kaplan’s work serving universities and employers, leveraging the or...2023-11-1237 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 127 - Mastering the Job Search: Steph Gillies' Career JourneyIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Steph Gillies - a career transition coach helping people who feel stuck clarify their goals, develop a strategy and take action towards a fulfilling career.
We chat about Steph's unique journey of having 32 jobs in 15 years equipped her with invaluable insights into perfecting the job search process. After being laid off from what she considered her dream job in 2019, she transitioned into a career as a resume writer and career coach. Learn from her experiences and discover how to clarify your career goals, develop a winning...2023-11-1029 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 126 - Unlocking Success and Wellness Secrets with Cheryl FischerIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Cheryl Fischer is a Mindset & Life Coach, host of the podcast OMG Teach Me, and an entrepreneur in social selling and wellness.
In this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of Cheryl Fischer - from her diverse career spanning airline pricing to teaching and corporate training, Cheryl's common thread is her passion for teaching and making a positive impact. Discover how she breaks down complex concepts into understandable pieces and shares invaluable mindset, success, and health principles that are often missing from traditional education. Join...2023-11-1031 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 125 - Scaling Your Business: The Win The Hour, Win The Day Philosophy with Kris WardIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Kris Ward - the founder of the Win The Hour, Win the Day philosophy. In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Kris Ward, a renowned expert in scaling businesses and the creator of the Win The Hour, Win The Day philosophy. Kris's journey is not only inspirational but also filled with valuable insights for entrepreneurs. After experiencing the loss of her husband, she returned to her role as a marketing strategist and was pleasantly surprised to find her business not just surviving...2023-11-0931 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 124 - Financial Alchemy: Transforming Wealth with The Freelance CFO (with Katelyn Magnuson)In this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Katelyn Magnuson - the visionary behind The Freelance CFO, shares her expertise in transforming the financial well-being of entrepreneurs and businesses. Her unique approach blends accounting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation to break down barriers to financial success. Katelyn also discusses her creation, Wealth Witches, which combines holistic finance with energetics and woo, offering entrepreneurs a path to a life full of abundance and balance. With her approachable and non-judgmental style, she's the go-to expert for making, saving, and investing money wisely while embracing life's little luxuries.
...2023-10-2736 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 123 - Unlocking Your Potential: A Conversation with Alissa Daire NelsonIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Alissa Daire Nelson - a true catalyst for personal and organizational transformation.
Alissa is not only the Founder and CEO of Daire 2 Succeed, but she's also a certified Professional Coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and holds a myriad of certifications in strengths, facilitation, well-being, and positive change. Her impressive background spans healthcare, coaching, and even coaching a high school gymnastics team.
Join us as we dive into Alissa's multifaceted journey, from healthcare professional to coach, author, and host of the Maximize Your Strengths podcast...2023-10-2746 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 122 - Unlocking Career Success: Strategies from an Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year (with AJ Mizes)In this episode of Shift with Elena Agar, I sit down with AJ Mizes - an accomplished career coach and HR expert. A.J. shares his wealth of experience, having led global teams of over 3,000 people and served as a Global HR Leader at Facebook. We explore strategies for landing dream careers, skyrocketing leadership results through executive coaching, and developing a robust people/culture/HR masterplan to drive company performance. A.J. also provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of HR and the critical skills needed for career success.
A.J. is a talent and HR aficionado with...2023-10-2544 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 121- Igniting the middle manager: A Conversation with Jordana ColeIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Jordana Cole - true igniter of leadership and team potential.
As a global learning and development leader, certified coach, and applied improviser, Jordana brings a wealth of expertise in leadership development and positive psychology to the table. With a rich background spanning non-profits, higher education, SaaS technology, financial services, and e-commerce, Jordana has left her mark on countless individuals and organizations worldwide.
Join us as we delve into her journey, the power of applied positive psychology, and the profound impact of well-being on leadership and organizational...2023-10-1147 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 120 - Gut Health and Vibrant Living: A Journey with Terri RahmanIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Terri Rahman - a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, as our guest.
About Terri:
Terri Rahman is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health by focusing on gut health so they can lead fulfilling lives, free from chronic disease, and maximize their vitality while aging youthfully. With a lifelong interest in health and wellness, Terri considered herself healthy but noticed declining energy levels and increasing anxious thoughts in her forties, prompting her to dig deeper into the...2023-10-0638 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 119 - Discovering Hidden Blessings: The Arjan Peters Podcast JourneyIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Arjan Peters - who is not only the driving force behind this podcast but also a dynamic entrepreneur with a unique story of his own.
At just 26 years old, Arjan brings a fresh perspective to the world of podcasting through his show, "R4E - The Reason for Everything Podcast with Arjan Peters." In this podcast, he explores the captivating stories of individuals who have experienced unconventional life journeys, uncovering how certain events that seemed like challenges turned out to be hidden blessings, propelling them towards...2023-10-0533 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 118 - Empowering Lives Through Laughter and Resilience: A Conversation with Alka BromileyIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Alka Bromiley - founder of Inspire2. Alka provides coaching, workshops, advice, and direction through mentorship for both individuals and businesses. She is a workshop facilitator and trainer. As a part of Inspire2 LLC, Alka owns and hosts the Changing Platforms podcast. Since it was launched in September 2021, this global podcast has released over 90 episodes and has an audience in over 55 countries. At the end of 2022, the podcast was in the top 5% most shared globally on Spotify and in the top 15% most followed podcasts on Spotify. Alka...2023-10-0539 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 117 - Unveiling the Unspoken: A Candid Conversation on Race (with Andre' Thomas and Todd Levinson)In this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Andre' Thomas and Todd Levinson - co-hosts of the Healing Race podcast.
In this powerful episode, Andre' and Todd join me on a remarkable journey into the heart of racial dialogue. For the first 25 years of their friendship, they never broached the topic of race, but now, they've embarked on a mission to explore the complexities of race relations in the U.S. Their discussions are raw, unfiltered, and marked by radical openness, honesty, and empathy. In this episode, we dive into their personal experiences and...2023-09-2659 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 116 - Mastering Stress and Thriving in Your Career with Ruvi MakuniIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Ruvi Makuni - a Global Workplace Wellness Specialist and a Certified Stress Master and Resiliency Coach who is passionate about supporting organizations and busy professionals to thrive in their careers without sacrificing their health. After seeing the detrimental impacts of stress on professionals, Ruvi’s primary focus and specialty has turned to helping busy professionals manage stress and prevent burnout. Through one-on-one Coaching, Corporate Workshops and personalized stress risk assessments, Ruvi helps professionals identify how stress may be impacting them physically, emotionally and behaviorally and what ac...2023-09-2435 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 115 - Journey to Cybersecurity Excellence with Kenneth EllingtonIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Kenneth Ellington - a rising cybersecurity professional who is dedicated to nurturing new cybersecurity talent. A Florida native now based in Dallas-Fort Worth Texas, he’s leveraged his unyielding drive to go from working at the deli counter to landing a Big 4 Senior Cybersecurity Consulting role - all within 3 fast-paced years. His current specialties are in SIEM, SOAR, and endpoint security.
In his trainings, Kenneth brings that same energy and passion to students as they learn about security solutions and address real-world scenarios. He also teaches Cy...2023-09-2332 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 114 - Career Blueprint: Thriving in Cybersecurity with Devin PriceIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Devin Price. He is a passionate cybersecurity leader, writer, educator, and content creator with over eight years of professional technology experience. He holds a master's degree in Management Information Systems and has expertise in systems analysis, application security, penetration testing, and vulnerability management. For the past five years and counting, he has been working in the information security field helping organizations manage security risks. He is currently acting as a security technical program manager at Microsoft.
In 2022, he was honored in the inaugural "Cybersecurity 40 under 40" class...2023-09-2133 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 113 - Success Beyond Degrees: Ken Rusk's Blueprint for AchievementIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Ken Rusk - a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate showing that there’s no degree required for comfort, peace, and freedom. Ken spent his younger years digging ditches and working in construction. He never went to college. Instead, he made goals, planned, and worked hard for thirty years. Now, Ken is a very successful entrepreneur with multiple businesses and revenue streams.
Ken Rusk specializes in mentoring and has coached hundreds of young people in areas such as short-, mid-, and long-term goal setting, life visualization, ca...2023-09-1932 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 112 - Mindset Is Everything: Overcoming the Unimaginable (with Michael Unbroken)In this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Michael Anthony - Founder of Think Unbroken, best-selling author, award-winning speaker, podcast host, coach, and advocate for adult survivors of childhood trauma.
Trauma Warrior: Following his profound "Mirror Moment," he embarked on a journey of self-actualization and mindset training to craft the life he truly desired. It has been a lifelong endeavor to arrive at the position he finds himself in today.
Trauma Mentor: By cultivating the right mindset and unwavering dedication, he has achieved a state of unparalleled happiness, vitality, and self-love, unlike any previous...2023-09-1942 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarNavigating Career Transitions, International Relocations, and Business with Ramy EissaIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Ramy Eissa. Ramy's work experience is with reputable companies on both the agency & client side. He started his career in a regional marketing agency, ROI ME, handling some of their biggest clients. He then moved to the client side by joining JTI's brand team, followed by Mr Jeff & Nestlé's coffee team. Three years ago, he relocated to Canada, where he initially joined MYCourier as the Operation manager and is now holding the role of Chief Operating Officer.
In this insightful episode, we sit down with R...2023-09-1832 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarLinkedIn Unveiled: Mastering the Art of Online Career Development (with Lynne Williams)In this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Lynne Williams -the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Area Great Careers Group, which provides online career development and networking for career transition (job seekers) and career management (employed and self-employed). Lynne writes resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and LinkedIn company pages, and focuses on keywords. She is currently working on her doctoral dissertation on the topic of LinkedIn.
Connect with Lynne:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams/
Linktree https://linktr.ee/lynnewilliams
Nonprofit https://greatcareers.org
ATS https://greatcareers.org/how-to-avoid-the-online-job-application-black-hole-ats/
Pivot or Reinvention (& subscribe to newsletter...2023-09-1742 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarCareer Reinvention: Thriving in the 2nd Half of Life with Marc MillerIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Marc Miller - the visionary founder of Career Pivot. With a remarkable career spanning multiple industries and six career pivots, Marc shares his insights and wisdom on navigating the unique challenges and opportunities that come with career reinvention, especially in the 2nd Half of Life. From his book "Repurpose Your Career" to his award-winning podcast, Marc's journey and expertise are a beacon of inspiration for anyone seeking to design a fulfilling and sustainable career for the next 30 years. Join us as we explore the art of...2023-09-1246 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarBridging Leadership, Culture, and Communication: A Conversation with Jennifer HartIn this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Jennifer Hart - an ICF-certified leadership coach, OD/communication consultant, and facilitator with a talent for building relationships and aligning expectations among diverse individuals, organizations and interests. Jennifer founded Intelektularo to help organizations bridge the gaps between leadership, culture and communication.
Jennifer brings a multifaceted perspective and more than a decade of senior leadership experience to her practice, including a strong track record of building motivating environments and managing diverse global teams. With a style described as supportive and “gently challenging,” Jennifer coaches clients from all...2023-09-1039 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarMentoring & training for career success (with Varun Anand)In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar, I chat with you Varun Anand - an internationally renowned PMP trainer with more than 10 years of extensive work experience as a Program/Project Manager. His expertise encompasses a dynamic range of industrial domains such as E-Commerce, Automobile, Non-Profit, Mortgage, Infrastructure, Education, Insurance and Telecommunication. He is a business strategist who has managed a wide variety of multimillion-dollar projects focused on aligning business goals with technology solutions to drive process improvements, competitive advantage and bottom-line gains. Varun’s PMP training simulator EduHubSpot is widely recognized among the PMP aspirants.
Varun co...2023-04-0327 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarWomen Building Businesses (with Kiri Mohan)In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Kiri Mohan - who helps women leave their corporate careers and find freedom and fulfillment by becoming an online service based contractor. Her Corporate2Contract course guides women on how to set themselves up for success from the start, get payment equal to what they were earning in their corporate job, and learn how to stand out in the online world. Kiri finds her passion in watching women create a life on their own terms and have a schedule they deserve. She believes that there is...2023-03-2830 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarPushing Beyond Limits: Extreme Adventures (with Cyril Derreumaux)In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Cyril Derreumaux - ADVENTURER, Speaker & Coach - First to kayak solo, unsupported and 100% human-powered the Mid-Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii.
French born, now American citizen, Cyril Derreumaux considers himself a citizen of the world. Fluent speaker of 6 languages (and counting!) Cyril is attracted to learning and discovering new cultures and places all the time. This natural curiosity of people and places led Cyril to backpack around the world at 25 for one year. With $7,000 and a can-do attitude Cyril embarked on this life changing experience that...2023-03-2737 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarHow to lead successfully in times of uncertainty and change (with Dr. Jane Lovas)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Dr. Jane Lovas is an executive / leadership coach, visionary, thought leader, author, podcast host and speaker. We spoke about the challenges leadership faces today in an ever changing world of work and new generations entering the workforce, as well as how to lead successfully in times of uncertainty and change. Tune in to learn more!
About Jane: Dr. Jane Lovas is an executive / leadership coach, visionary, thought leader, author, podcast host and speaker. She partners with women senior leaders and executives in technology companies or roles, where she is com...2023-01-1742 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow to master top communication skills (with Meredith Bell)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Meredith Bell - Author, Speaker, Publisher of Assessment & Development Tools. We talked about a topic that has been a challenge for people through generations - Communication!
We discussed:
• Why communication skills are hard skills, not soft skills
• What it looks like to be a truly powerful listener
• How to give and receive feedback, whether it’s positive or constructive ...and much more! Tune in!
About Meredith: Meredith Bell is co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that...2022-10-0835 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFinancial education - what they don't teach you in school (with Sean Tepper)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Sean Tepper - the Founder and CEO of Tykr, a stock screener and educational platform all-in-one that helps you manage your own investment - we chat about the connection between financial wellbeing and our overall wellbeing in life. We talked about some myths around investment & obstacles that stop people from investing - or waiting until they are 'ready' - when in fact it is about being educated in this space & just about anyone can get started in investing. The education system does not, unfortunately, teach us about financial health & thus creates...2022-10-0731 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCreating a Fulfilling Career with Strategy & Intentionality (with Janine Esbrand)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Janine Esbrand - the founder of Career Change Makers - who brought tons of insights around making a successful career change and demystifying some aspects around career change. Janine believes you can have a career that you are excited about, one that truly aligns with who you are as a person and gives you the opportunity to make the type of impact only you can make in the world. Tune in to learn more!
About Janine: Janine Esbrand is the founder of Career Change Makers, a coaching and consulting co...2022-10-0631 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFinding meaning and joy in every day life (with Amy Eliza Wong)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Amy Eliza Wong - an executive leadership coach, author, and facilitator working with organizations such as Salesforce, Roku, LinkedIn, and more. We talked about fear of rejection and inner peace, how to break through the proverbial comfort zone, the healthy balance between doubt and self-doubt, and the the origin of negative self-talk (and what to do about it). Tune in!
About Amy: Amy Eliza Wong is the founder of Always On Purpose®. She is an executive leadership coach, author, and facilitator working with organizations such as Salesforce, Roku, LinkedIn, and...2022-10-0631 minSHIFT with Elena AgarYou graduated, now what? Here is how to launch a career (with Brad Minton)In this episode of The Shift, I chat with Brad Minton - Brad Minton is a Certified Career Counselor, Certified Resume Writer and the Founder of Mint To Be Career. We talked about helping Gen Z, students and new grads create careers where they can thrive & understand how to tap into the job market post graduation. He offers some practical tips and career insights that are often not talked about in traditional education settings. If you are a student or about to graduate, this will offer some direction for you. Tune in to learn more!
About Brad: Br...2022-10-0539 minSHIFT with Elena AgarAn inside look into the life of a first responder (with Phil Klein)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Phil Klein - host and former firefighter/paramedic, now a higher education leader - who delves into the heroic and heartbreaking stories told directly by the men and women who work the front lines every day. Whether you’re a firefighter, law enforcement officer, EMT, paramedic, or simply interested in the lives of first responders, Stories From the Road presents a captivating, weekly perspective into the unique world of public service as only those who have experienced it can share. This was one of the most eye opening podcasts that I ha...2022-09-1242 minSHIFT with Elena AgarBecoming your optimal self (with Steve Mellor)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Steve Mellor - a born competitor, Steve has been helping others achieve their goals at the highest of levels for 15 years. Having guided Olympic gold medalists, C-Suite executives, first-time business owners, and leaders across all levels, Steve help individuals facilitate change and optimize performance in their careers and lives. We had a great chat around performance and how each of us can light the competitive fire within to optimize performance. Tune in to learn more!
About Steve: A native of England, Steve has spent most of the 2000's in the...2022-09-1228 minSHIFT with Elena AgarBecoming a multifaceted professional (with Brian Aquart)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Brian Aquart - an attorney, consultant, and multifaceted health care leader - we discussed his unique career journey and how it all came together. If you are in a place in your career where you are not sure what might be next, or looking for a change, or simply feeling a bit stuck, this conversation might offer some insights on how things come together when you just keeping moving forward, how self-belief plays a significant role, and having the right environment around you matters. Tune in!
About Brian: Brian Aq...2022-09-0641 minSHIFT with Elena AgarChoosing your attitude in adversity (with Marques Ogden)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Marques Ogden - International Keynote Speaker, Business Coach, Former NFL Player, Author, Podcast Host of “The Get Authentic With Marques Show” - on how to stay true to yourself among adversity and life's ups and downs. He shares his story as a former NFL player and business owner who went from 8 figures to $8.25/hour by not accepting responsibility for his role in failing in his first entrepreneurial venture.
About Marques: Growing up in a single parent home with a father that inspired perseverance and fairness, Marques Ogden learned how to def...2022-08-2616 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFuture of Education & Job Search (with Steven Rothberg)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Steven Rothberg - Founder, Chief Visionary Officer of College Recruiter, and podcast host. We talked about his entrepreneurship journey of over 20 years + some exciting facts around current and future education trends, as well as what corporates are looking for in fresh graduates and how to stand out as a student and/or fresh graduate.
About Steven: his entrepreneurial spirit was evident from an early age. Disciplined in fifth grade for selling candy during math class and in college for running a massive fantasy hockey league, he managed to channel hi...2022-08-2141 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow to position yourself to be recruited (with Neyda Urias)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Neyda Urias - talent acquisition expert & career development coach. We chatted around an important topic of recruitment in today's job market. She brings in insights from a recruiter perspective, as well as valuable information about what individuals and organizations can do to recruit the best talent and position yourself to be that talent that gets recruited.
About Neyda: Neyda Urias is a Talent Acquisition expert with over 12 years of experience. She obtained her Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus. She earned her SHRM...2022-08-2139 minSHIFT with Elena AgarConquering your mindset to become unstoppable (with Laban Ditchburn)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Laban Ditchburn - World's Best Courage Coach, Author, Speaker - to talk about facing adversity, tackling addiction, & becoming unstoppable no matter what life throws at you. An exemplar and a revolutionary, he revels in unabashedly sharing what he’s learned: how to conquer the demons you don’t know you have, and how to be unstoppable in getting to where you want to be. Laban’s debut and internationally acclaimed book “Bet on You” is a “can’t put down” must-read with its raw, real, hilarious, and inspiring message of hope.
About Laban: A c...2022-08-1636 minSHIFT with Elena AgarChoosing your attitude in adversity (with Marques Ogden)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Marques Ogden - International Keynote Speaker, Business Coach, Former NFL Player, Author, Podcast Host of “The Get Authentic With Marques Show” - on how to stay true to yourself among adversity and life's ups and downs. He shares his story as a former NFL player and business owner who went from 8 figures to $8.25/hour by not accepting responsibility for his role in failing in his first entrepreneurial venture.
About Marques: Growing up in a single parent home with a father that inspired perseverance and fairness, Marques Ogden learned how to defi...2022-08-1516 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCreating a coaching culture in your organization (with Leila Rezaiguia)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Leila Rezaiguia - an entrepreneur and executive coach. We discussed how coaching can have a huge impact on organizations and individual's growth. With her vast experience with big organizations across different parts of the world, she brings in some insightful points when it comes our individual and organizational growth. If you are exploring coaching as an option for you and/or your organization, tune in to this convo!
About Leila: Leila is a highly sought-after multilingual Executive and Systemic Team Coach. She is renowned for her high energy, enthusiasm, pa...2022-08-0827 minSHIFT with Elena AgarBuilding your career in tech (with Bradley Rice)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Bradley Rice - a techie turned entrepreneur - about his career story in tech and success that came out of it, as well as how he is helping people today take a similar route. We talked about what it takes to make it in tech, various opportunities available for education, and how just about anyone can make a transition into the tech career regardless of where in their career they might have started. Change is possible! Tune in to learn more, get excited about tech and potentially make the shift yourself!
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SHIFT with Elena AgarWhen words come to life (with Andy Lipshultz)In this episode of Shift, I chat with Andy Lipshultz - Voice Talent & Entrepreneur - we talked about his journey to being an independent voice talent, as well as how his creativity has led the way throughout his career path from early college days to present times. His journey in his work is one that can shine light on others who might be wondering - "how do I create my own career path" and what it takes to successfully create an independent business. This was not only insightful chat about his field of work but also a very entertaining on...2022-06-0738 minSHIFT with Elena AgarLess is the new more (with Chris Lee)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Chris Lee - entrepreneur, consultant/coach, speaker, and author. We talk about how the right mindset can truly push one towards success in whatever one wishes to accomplish. In a world where our attention and time are limited, where should we spend our energy? Where do we focus on? Tune in to hear answers to these questions and much more.
About Chris Lee: entrepreneur, consultant/coach, speaker, and author of the award-winning book "Less Is The New More". He spent much of his life launching and transforming technology an...2022-05-2046 minSHIFT with Elena AgarThe rules of persuasion (with Carlos Alvarenga)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Carlos Alvarenga - independent researcher, author, and coach. We chatted about his research and work on the rules of persuasion. Having rich experience in the world of business and leadership, Carlos brings insightful information about how the world's greatest communicators convince, lead, and inspire. One chat you don't want to miss. Tune in!
About Carlos: Carlos Alvarenga is an independent researcher, author, and coach. He is also a Senior Research Fellow and Adjunct Professor at the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland. Prior to...2022-05-1950 minSHIFT with Elena AgarWhy food and a positive mindset are the most powerful medicine (with Elyse Wagner)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Elyse Wagner - Co-Founder and Chief Wellness Officer. We discuss the importance of food on our overall wellness, mind/body connection, and how each body needs an individual approach to live a healthy, quality life. Elyse shared her personal story of health and what helped her make the change necessary to lead a healthy lifestyle and how she now helps others do the same! This was a very insightful discussion and I think it can add value to anyone who is on the journey of understanding their bodies more, leading...2022-04-1839 minSHIFT with Elena AgarRaising awareness around mental health by running 874 miles in 10 months (with Tim Shelton)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Tim Shelton - industry strategist & change leader, who is doing something great in the space of mental health and his initiative is inspiring! We discuss how he is driving awareness about mental health in the workplace and community and his journey of running 874 miles over 10 months for mind charity.
Tune in to his journey on instagram @virtualmindrunner
About Tim: Tim is an industry and academically acclaimed strategist, digital enabler and change leader, transforming and driving business excellence and innovation through industry, global enterprise and major capital pro...2022-04-1237 minSHIFT with Elena AgarGiving voice to those on the path to their purpose (with Dr. Terrence Johnson)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Dr. Terrence Johnson - a licensed professional counselor, former professor, creative and much more! We chat about his path to finding purpose and drive to make a change necessary to live a life of meaning. He shares his own journey and his work with others - which is quite inspiring, heart warming and insightful.
About Dr. Terrence Johnson: the co-founder of iProgress, LLC in Jackson, MS, currently living in Gallatin, TN. A licensed professional counselor, former professor, writer, creative, introvert, and life-long New Orleans Saints fan. A Mississippi St...2022-03-1449 minSHIFT with Elena AgarNurturing a healthy relationship with your businesses (with Nicole Lewis-Keeber)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Nicole Lewis-Keeber - a business therapist and mindset coach. She opened up my eyes on how our entrepreneurial journey had a start potentially way before we even decide to go into business; that certain part of our lives might have had a profound effect on how we do business and how we view our business. I found it interesting how in my own business - I use some of my past experiences to fuel my work - but I also realized that it might not always be the healthy route...2022-03-1441 minSHIFT with Elena AgarWhy being dangerous is the best way to beat redundancy! (with Erik Kruger)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Erik Kruger - executive coach and author - who is one of my go-to people for leadership in business and future of work. We discuss his idea of becoming dangerous as a way to beat becoming irrelevant which is quite intriguing and makes complete sense when you hear him describe it. We also share our own personal journeys of change and how your environment has a profound effect on who you become.
About Erik Kruger: keynote speaker, executive coach, & author who curates and shares high-impact ideas to help mo...2022-03-1441 minSHIFT with Elena AgarPutting humanity back in business (with Michelle Mercier)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Michelle Mercier - Business Coach/Consultant, a Dare to Lead™ Trained professional, the host of the top ranked podcast The Resilient Entrepreneur. We chat about the work she is doing to put humanity back in business and the . We also discuss adversity & things we can do on individual level to build resilience and manage life's ups and downs.
About Michelle: Michelle A. Mercier is a Business Coach/Consultant, a Dare to Lead™ Trained professional, the host of the top ranked podcast The Resilient Entrepreneur as well as a sought...2022-03-0137 minSHIFT with Elena AgarDesigning a career you love (with Ashley Artrip)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Ashley Artrip - President & Co-Founder Mission Collaborative - on a mission to help others design successful careers that are engaging and fulfilling.
About Ashley Artrip: Co-Founder and President of Mission Collaborative, Ashley is on a mission to help others design successful careers that are engaging and fulfilling. Before Mission Collaborative, she worked at Gallup, where she focused on researching employee engagement and what contributes to a successful career. While at Gallup, she became a certified Gallup StrengthsFinder coach, enabling her to help others identify their strengths and harness th...2022-03-0142 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCreating a human centric environment as a leader (with Dr. Roberto Ponticelli)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Dr. Roberto Ponticelli - a brilliant engineer and coach, focusing on creating better work places with human centric leadership. We discuss the importance of human skills for all levels in an organization, but particularly for leaders, as well as how can we create working environment where people can thrive and feel empowered to perform at their best.
About Dr. Roberto: he has been developing high-tech for more than three decades. He comes from background in Electronics Engineering with PhD in Robotics Systems, a certified Operations Manager, and a qu...2022-03-0149 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCreating a holistic approach to professional development (with Tawanda Chirenda)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Tawanda Chirenda - Founder of Becoming a Willing Student, an education company for smart, fun and caring young adults who want more from their lives and careers. We discuss the gaps that exist between higher education and the world of work - and what institutions can do to ensure that we are preparing students for the future.
About Tawanda: Tawanda is the Founder of Becoming a Willing Student, an education company for smart, fun and caring young adults who want more from their lives and careers. An educator, sp...2022-02-1338 minSHIFT with Elena AgarBuilding brands with purpose, on purpose (with Paul Spiers)In this episode of Shift - I chat with Paul Spiers - founder of The New P&L Brand Purpose Institute & host of ‘The New P&L – Principles & Leadership in Business’ podcast series. We discussed how business leaders, employees and entrepreneurs can build brands with purpose, on purpose.
About Paul: Founder of The New P&L® Brand Purpose Institute and host of the internationally respected business podcast series, The New P&L® – Principles & Leadership in Business, Paul is focused on helping leaders to solve one of the today’s big business challenges: how to rediscover and re-engage their Purpose i...2022-01-3034 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCreating your own career journey (with Philip Wilkerson)In this episode of Shift - I sit down with Philip Wilkerson - podcaster, career coach & industry advisor. Coming from similar career stories, we connected over our passion for future of work and career development for future generations - we discussed how to create your own career opportunities, stay relevant (continuously expand your brand and reach) and genuinely enjoy what you do for work.
About Philip: Philip Wilkerson III, M.Ed., host of the Positive Philter Podcast is an Industry Advisor at GMU Career Services. He oversees all industries that fall under the Creative Industries umbrella. Examples of...2022-01-2834 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFiguring out the future of work & tech (with Charlie Oliver)In this episode of Shift - I sit down with Charlie Oliver - Entrepreneur, Technologist, Futurist to talk about the future of organizations and talent, the role tech is playing, the gap between universities and the real world of work & the adversity of entrepreneurship.
About Charlie: Charlie’s years of experience in the trenches of media include working in advertising in New York at such media goliaths as BBDO Worldwide and Condé Nast, to producing sitcoms and dramas at Sony Pictures Entertainment, Paramount Pictures, Warner Brothers, Dreamworks and Oscar-award winning indie production companies, to event management at the S...2022-01-2645 minSHIFT with Elena AgarBecoming a Warrior Entrepreneur (with Zachary Green)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Zachary Green - International Best Selling Author | Serial Entrepreneur | USMC Veteran | Firefighter. We had an interesting discussion around his career journey, and lessons learned along the way - whether it was in his experience as an entrepreneur or an author or a firefighter - he definitely has insightful perspectives and unique life experiences that are valuable.
About Zachary: Zachary Green is a graduate of Roger Bacon High School (Cincinnati, Ohio) and a graduate of Bowling Green State University. A U.S...2022-01-0526 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow neuro-skills can drive performance (with Nathan Biddulph)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Nathan Biddulph - a neuro-skills coach - we discuss how his work with professional athletes using neuro-skills enhances performance. With research in how our brains operate, there is a lot of insightful things we can learn to apply in our daily lives, using neuro-skills.
About Nathan: Nathan Biddulph is known as “The Original Neuro Skills Coach,” as he developed his original program from scratch after years of experience as Neuro Program Director for several world-renowned organizations. Nathan has developed programs for bu...2022-01-0524 minSHIFT with Elena AgarThe science behind managing anxiety, trauma, and emotions with EFT (with Theresa Lear Levine)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Theresa Lear Levine - EFT Master Practitioner and Energy Coach. We discuss the science behind EFT which stands for Emotional freedom technique - it is an alternative treatment for physical pain and emotional distress. It’s also referred to as tapping or psychological acupressure. This episode was especially personal to me because I have recently discovered more alternative ways to manage stress, anxiety and life's ups and downs, and a lot of has to do with our energy and how we process inf...2022-01-0532 minSHIFT with Elena AgarThe rise, the fall, and finding purpose (with John Lefebvre)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with John Lefebvre - musician | composer | author| entrepreneur | philanthropist - to discuss his very dynamic and intense journey through career and life; his story of the many ups and downs of life and how he ultimately overcame them and now serving the society for a better future ahead.
About John: he's been a choir boy and a lawyer, a construction labourer and house designer, a recidivist husband and a single time father. But it was another state in life that brought h...2021-12-2046 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow shifting your beliefs might transform your business and financial well-being (with Isaac Ho)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Isaac Ho - master sales and mindset coach. We discuss how transforming your beliefs can remove obstacles to business and personal growth. With his experience in health, business and well-being, he brings an interesting perspective on how entrepreneurs can utilize their mindset to grow their business by simply shifting some of their beliefs.
About Isaac: Isaac Ho is a master sales and mindset coach and a sought-after health expert who helps entrepreneurs double to triple their income while having peace an...2021-12-2038 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCybersafety Awareness (with Barry Lee Cummings)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Barry Lee Cummings - Digital Strategist. We discuss how his team are working to prevent cyberbullying and educating the youth, parents, and the community about creating responsible and inspiring online communications.
About Barry: Barry Lee Cummings is a sought after Speaker, Lecturer, Trainer and Digital Strategist who has been helping companies in the Middle East make the most of their Digital Presence. Barry's experience with the corporate world in the Middle East keeps him at the cutting edge of the digi...2021-12-0546 minSHIFT with Elena AgarWhat can we do better for the future of education (with Charles Williams)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Charles Williams - educator with a mission to change the way we educate our youth & prepare them for the future of work. We chat about importance of social and emotional skills at an early age, about importance of making connections with students and teachers at the schools as a leader, and what the future of education might look like.
About Charles: Charles Williams has been an educator for more than 15 years serving as a teacher, a mentor/lead teacher, an as...2021-11-1237 minSHIFT with Elena AgarThings you didn't know about podcasting (with Melissa Guller)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Melissa Guller - a course creator, podcast producer, and the CEO of Wit & Wire. We discuss running an online business as a solopreneur, the world of podcasting, and how she balances her life and running a business, all while maintaining her mental wellbeing and energy.
About Melissa: Melissa Guller is a course creator, podcast producer, and the CEO of Wit & Wire, where she helps online business owners build their authority and reach a wider audience through podcasting. She’s produced mul...2021-11-0632 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow curiosity & resilience drive career success (with Arthur Ransier)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Arthur Ransier - business strategist, tech recruiter, and a multi-dimensional professional. We discuss how no one road is the same for anyone when it comes to success in life, particularly career success; he shares his personal growth story and what pushed him to become a dynamic professional who ultimately created his next opportunity in his own career path. Arthur also shares lessons learned in his work of tech recruiting.
If you are not sure what is next for you in yo...2021-10-2946 minSHIFT with Elena AgarImproving your virtual presence with the help of tech (with Rachel Cossar)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Rachel Cossar - Virtual Sapiens Co-Founder and CEO, body language and presence expert. We discuss ways we can be more engaging with our online audience and what her company is doing to help people get real time feedback on their virtual presence and communication style. This is a topic that is relevant to all of us as we spend more and more time online with our teams, audiences, and customers.
About Rachel: Rachel Cossar is a body language and presence ex...2021-10-1332 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHelping remote teams communication suck less (with Josh Little)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Josh Little - entrepreneur, educator, innovator, transforming the way we communicate at work. We talk about mental health, how we can say goodbye to old school meetings and find more engaging ways to connect and be productive as virtual teams.
About Josh: Josh Little is the founder of four tech companies–Maestro, Bloomfire, Quizzer, and Volley–that have collectively been used by hundreds of millions of people and featured in TechCrunch, Mashable, Entrepreneur, Inc., and Forbes. With two successful exits and a...2021-10-1251 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarHow tech can improve the lives of autistic children (with Ahmed Subaie)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Ahmed Subaie - Co-Founder of AKG - helping find solutions to improve the lives of kids diagnosed with Autism. We discuss how tech can help kids with autism and their parents to be more informed and create tailored made approaches for their specific child. Being baed in the Middle East, we also look at cultural differences and how that impacts families in different parts of the world.
About Ahmed: a Cofounder & CEO of AKG App which focuses on developing gamified so...2021-09-1840 minSHIFT with Elena AgarDeveloping the Leader Within You and Finding Your Tribe (with Yolanda Fraction)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Yoland Fraction - Founder of Lumière Learning Experiences, Learning and Development Champion, education advocate, community leader and podcast host. In this episode, we discuss the much needed change that is happening around learning and development communities, how she works to develop the leaders of tomorrow and creating a community that brings all of us together. In her learning community, Yolanda created an engaging, fun, and knowledge sharing environment where professionals can be a part of something bigger than our individual drives.
2021-09-0936 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow HR can change the world (with Aysha Alawadhi)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Aysha Alawadhi - HR and Organizational Effectiveness specialist. In this episode, Aysha shares her passion for HR and talent development, and we talk about the transformation of wellbeing in the workplace in the last couple of years & how HR can transform the world.
About Aysha: Aysha is an HR and Organizational Effectiveness specialist, with a decade of international experience that cuts across various HR and operational functions, with a focus on diversity, culture, development, and people analytics. She prides herself on being in...2021-08-2832 minSHIFT with Elena AgarProcessing emotional and physical effects of 2020 (with Fernanda Martinez)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with a colleague and friend Fernanda Martinez - we have a very open, informal chat about processing trauma, loss, emotional and physical effects of 2020. If you had a tough time during 2020, this episode might be relatable to you.
About Fernanda: Fernanda grew up in South-Africa in a multi-cultural home (thanks to Argentinian and Portuguese parents). After completing a postgraduate degree in Public Health & spending a number of years working with NGO’s in Africa, she relocated to Portugal where she began her journey in...2021-08-1730 minSHIFT with Elena AgarCreating your own career path (with Rebeca Gelencser)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Rebeca Gelencser - Executive Coach & Fintech Recruiter - we discuss how one can essentially create their own career, how do create your value in the market, and how can you effectively change careers.
About Rebeca: Rebeca Gelencser is an Executive Coach & Fintech Recruiter who has helped outliers find career opportunities in some of the most innovative job markets, mainly in Silicon Valley and Switzerland. She has placed her clients in companies such as Whatsapp, Apple, Google, GAP, Facebook, Stanford University, Credit Suisse an...2021-08-1443 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFinancial wellbeing - what schools don't teach (with Amr Yussif)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Amr Yussif - Co-Founder & CEO of FinFlx - a comprehensive financial wellbeing platform, to help SMEs plan, manage and report their employee benefits efficiently. We talk about his jump into entrepreneurship, leaving a comfortable, well paying job to start a financial wellbeing platform and how his work is impacting the community.
About Amr: Top-performing, detail-oriented and bilingual (English / Arabic) Wealth and Investment Management professional enjoying progressive experience in client service and investment advisory within heavily regulated settings on an international stage. Called u...2021-07-2442 minSHIFT with Elena AgarRaising awareness about mental health and financial literacy in the Middle East (with Latifa Bin Haider)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Latifa Bin Haider - a social entrepreneur; passionate about putting her skills to use for the betterment of the community. She is also passionate about educating young women about financial independence.
About Latifa: A social entrepreneur; passionate about putting her skills to use for the betterment of the community. Founder of Baytuki, a platform that aims to empower, educate, and enable Emirati women of all ages and income brackets towards financial prosperity.
Co-founder of Mental Health AE, a start-up that...2021-07-2424 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFinding moments of positivity (with Fiona Mckinnon)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Fiona McKinnon - CEO of Moment Company to talk about how can we create a moment of wellbeing for ourselves - in this world where we are more connected, educated, and stimulated than ever before, and also EXHAUSTED. She shares her own personal journey to wellbeing and how she is helping others avoid burnout & stress.
About Fiona McKinnon: CEO of Moment Company, entrepreneur, wellbeing advocate. After 20 years of living, working and traveling around the world as an executive in the AdTech and Med...2021-07-1837 minSHIFT with Elena AgarPushing the education system forward (with Chelsea Robberson)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Chelsea Robberson - Founder of Lealyn Growth - an advocate for education for the future; she empowers school and education-related business leaders to evaluate processes, set strategic goals, & propel their mission forward. We talk about strategies for the future of education, addressing challenges in the education system today, applying the whole student approach to learning and much more.
About Chelsea: Founder of Lealyn Growth, education advocate, podcaster, speaker. Her roles over the years allowed her to build new programs that pushed the ass...2021-07-1233 minSHIFT with Elena AgarMaintaining resilience while building a company (with Saad Ansari)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Saad Ansari, Co-Founder & CEO of Xpence - which aims to provide access to intelligent business banking services and financial accounting solutions for entrepreneurs and SMEs through its own SaaS platform, initially addressing one of the major challenges for new businesses - opening a bank account. It is the region’s first digital-only business account. Around two years on from the original ideation of Xpence, the firm is now close to launching its first live products, having acquired licences in the UAE, Bahrain and Saudi Ar...2021-07-0146 minSHIFT with Elena AgarSkills you learn through changing careers (with Ana Toroman)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! I sit down with Ana Toroman, workplace wellbeing practitioner, education advocate & resilience trainer. Ana is not your typical HR consultant, her story has lots of twists and turns - having started when she decided to move to China, learn Mandarin, become a teacher, overcome cultural norms of her home country, defy all fears and doubts, and now using her own experience with resilience to help others become more resilient.
About Ana Toroman: HR Consultant, EQ Practitioner and Resilient Workplace Cultures Advocator Founder of HR & Wellbeing-Online HR Tr...2021-06-1939 minSHIFT with Elena AgarEntrepreneurship - one step at a time (with Moatassem Moatez)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with a friend, a mentor, a fellow entrepreneur, who is also one of the most curious, courageous and passionate people I have met - Moatassem Moatez - Founder of MyCourier, brand building entrepreneur & international speaker. We talk about having the courage to start over, starting businesses amidst a pandemic, making the best out of tough situations, and ultimately trusting yourself and the process of becoming the evolved version of you.
About Moatassem Moatez: brand building entrepreneur and international speaker. Started his career...2021-06-1036 minSHIFT with Elena AgarMaintaining courage and curiosity on the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship (with Moatassem Moatez)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with a friend, a mentor, a fellow entrepreneur, who is also one of the most curious, courageous and passionate people I have met - Moatassem Moatez - Founder of MyCourier, brand building entrepreneur & international speaker. We talk about having the courage to start over, starting businesses amidst a pandemic, making the best out of tough situations, and ultimately trusting yourself and the process of becoming the evolved version of you.
About Moatassem Moatez: brand building entrepreneur and international speaker...2021-06-0736 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHelping children overcome worry and mental health challenges (with Liam Kelly)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Liam Kelly - author and creator of the Worried William Project. We discuss his own journey of struggles as a kid, including depression and other mental health challenges, he is now on a mission, with rare emotional honesty and authenticity, to sharing his personal experiences through his books to raise the awareness of mental health to make sure that fewer children suffer in silence.
About Liam Kelly: The creator of the Worried William Project and a newly released series of books, Lia...2021-06-0652 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHelping people build a mindset and skills for career growth (with Amal Ravindran)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Amal Ravindran - co-founder of Selfstarter is a video-first job board collecting applicant's creative input and feedback at scale, by enhancing candidate experience for product-driven tech SMEs
About Amal Ravindra: Co-Founder at Selfstarter. Amal has worked in various organization in the area of digital marketing prior to making a jump to create Selfstarter! He Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amalravindran/
Visit their website: https://selfstarter.ae/
About your host: Elena Agaragimova is the c...2021-05-2426 minSHIFT with Elena AgarUp-skilling the underprivileged & changing the world with education (with EduPloyment)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with co-founders of EduPloyment - a global online recruitment platform focused on the manpower (blue-collar) segment, to talk about how they are up-skilling the underprivileged and ultimately changing the trajectory of those lives and families through education and access to opportunities.
About EduPloyment & Co-Founders:
Rana A. Batterjee - Co- Founder & Chief Purpose Officer at EduPloyment;
Mazen Omair - Co-Founder & CEO at EduPloyment; Seasoned successful entrepreneur and business executive with 30+ years experience, providing a dynamic combination of strategic business man...2021-05-1922 minSHIFT with Elena AgarBecoming comfortable with the unknown (with John Sanei)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with a futurist & an author - John Sanei - to talk about how do we - as people - (and organizations) - can create the future we want vs being stuck in the past; how do we become comfortable with the unknown and actively become the person we need to be for our future.
About John Sanei: futures strategist who combines human behaviour and future studies to create keynotes, masterclasses and books that help people, businesses and brands build the courage and c...2021-05-1828 minSHIFT with Elena AgarFuture of preventive healthcare: Making healthcare accessible and affordable with tech (with Ashissh Raichura)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Ashissh Raichura - the Founder of Scanbo - healthcare tech that aims for a dis-ease free world by making medical diagnostic affordable, available and accessible using AI. We talk about how the future of healthcare is about preventive tech, and individualized patient driven approach. This discussion really blew my mind and I am so excited to share it with you!
About Ashissh Raichura: Ashissh Raichura is a veteran techie and serial entrepreneur with over 23 years of diverse experience to his name...2021-05-0238 minSHIFT with Elena AgarScrew Being Shy - with (Mark Metry)In this episode of SHIFT- Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Mark Metry - Forbes Featured Social Anxiety Coach Helping Introverted & Shy People Be Themselves In Front of Anyone | TEDx Speaker, Author & Coach of Screw Being Shy - to talk about overcoming social anxiety, understanding the difference between being shy, introverted & having social anxiety. Mark offers practical tips about how to overcome these, and much more!
About Mark Metry: Mark has been featured on over 250+ podcasts and media like Forbes, Mindvalley, Influencive, Inc Magazine, Huffington Post, Fearless Motivation, Spartan and many others. His p...2021-05-0248 minSHIFT with Elena AgarModular Degree System - is this the future of education? (with Dustin Miller PolyInnovator)In this episode of Shift - in this two part podcast episode I sit down with Dustin Miller 🧠PolyInnovator 🎥 OmniContent Creator 🎙️Host of The Polymath PolyCast - to discuss entrepreneurship, content creation, future of education and the cool thing he is building - Modular Degree System: a do it yourself, with help, framework for a modern approach to education.
About Dustin Miller: As an aspiring #polymath, Dustin created #PolyInnovator as a foundational means to build out the various careers he wants out of life (A #Polymath of #Innovation if you will). He is on a mission to create a Mod...2021-04-2621 minSHIFT with Elena AgarModular Degree System - is this the future of education? (with Dustin Miller PolyInnovator) - Part 2In this episode of Shift - in this two part podcast episode I sit down with Dustin Miller 🧠PolyInnovator 🎥 OmniContent Creator 🎙️Host of The Polymath PolyCast - to discuss entrepreneurship, content creation, future of education and the cool thing he is building - Modular Degree System: a do it yourself, with help, framework for a modern approach to education.
About Dustin Miller: As an aspiring #polymath, Dustin created #PolyInnovator as a foundational means to build out the various careers he wants out of life (A #Polymath of #Innovation if you will). He is on a mission to create a Mo...2021-04-2643 minSHIFT with Elena AgarImplementing producer mentality - Changing your mindset to focus on growth (with Eddie Mercado)In this episode of Shift - I sit down with an old time friend and one of the most curious people I know! We talk about going from consumer mentality to a producer mentality, getting out of negative mindset, creating a better life for yourself, and how to overcome your own mindset and start creating an internal narrative that drives your life forward vs getting you stuck in the past.
About Eddie: Combat Sports Journalist and content creator for VOX Media at BloodyElbow.com. Interviews and videos series at YouTube.com/theeddiemercado
Photographer/videographer for...2021-04-2527 minSHIFT with Elena AgarGoing from teaching to revolutionizing education (with Moises Santos)In this episode of Shift - I sit down with an entrepreneur on a mission - Moises Santos - to talk about future of education and what that future might look like for the generations ahead.
About Moises: Moises Santos is an entrepreneur on a mission to reform education. His journey began as a middle school teacher in the Bronx, where he experienced the inefficiencies and the limitations of education for 10 years. In that experience, a spark to reform education began. He left his career as a tenured teacher to begin the journey of building a school that reim...2021-04-1817 minSHIFT with Elena AgarManaging our mindset & energy in times of adversity (with Andrew Deutscher)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Andrew Deutscher - Founder of Regenerate, performance expert & global keynote speaker about managing our mindset in times of challenges and adversity. We talk about his journey shifting from corporate to entrepreneurship, his lessons in this journey, and how can we manage our energy and performance in times of big life changes.
About Andrew: As a worldwide keynote speaker, author, and performance expert, Andrew instills today’s most critical skills of self-awareness, empathy, resilience, absorbed focus, and perseverance in the face of...2021-04-1118 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow to successfully start multiple businesses, while being a father of 4, a partner, and a chief inspiration officer? (with Dennis Fredrickx)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Dennis Fredrickx - to discuss entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and developing a mindset for growth.
About Dennis: Father of 4, partner of a gorgeous girlfriend, living in London (UK) and Bruges (Belgium), founder of The Happiness Factory, business leader of 3 other companies, and Chief Inspiration Officer at the Aurelius Network. Dennis has many things on his hands and a full agenda, all day long.
He’s educated as an electro-mechanical engineer with a specialisation in automation.
In the beginning of...2021-04-0419 minSHIFT with Elena AgarWhat does it take to overcome depression and suffering? (with Rahaf Kobeissi)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Rahaf Kobeissi - to talk about losing loved ones & finding yourself, overcoming depression & suicidal mindset, ultimately finding the courage to thrive and help others.
About Rahaf: Rahaf Raef Kobeissi, a mindset, and mental health coach founded Rays Your Mental Health following her dad's suicide in 2010 with the aim to raise awareness of mental health and to save stressed business leaders from unhealthy decisions, and help them find their true selves behind their titles and wealth. She believes that with the r...2021-03-2820 minSHIFT with Elena AgarImpact of work on mental health & what happens when you hit burnout (with Ivan Palomino)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with my dear friend, partner in crime, a person who keeps me in check - my business partner & mentor - Ivan Palomino - we discuss the impact our work has on our mental health & what happens when you reach burn out stage, who are the people that will support you through such change & what does it take to be courageous to let go of well paying corporate job and jump into the world of entrepreneurship.
About Ivan:
Founder & ManagingPartner...2021-03-1519 minSHIFT with Elena AgarLeaving the 'perfect life' to start over - what happens next? (with Fernanda Martinez)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with a colleague and friend Fernanda Martinez - and we talk about what happens when you leave a 'perfect life' , marriage, family, and start over in a new country, leaving all that you know behind...completely changing the trajectory of your future.
About Fernanda: Fernanda grew up in South-Africa in a multi-cultural home (thanks to Argentinian and Portuguese parents). After completing a postgraduate degree in Public Health & spending a number of years working with NGO’s in Africa, she relocated to Port...2021-03-0421 minSHIFT with Elena AgarGetting out of your comfort zone - Career Change! (with Laura Biclea)In this episode of Shift - Getting out of your comfort zone! - I sit down with Laura Biclea - a Career & life strategist - to talk about career change, starting her coaching journey and helping other reach their potential.
About Laura: Laura’s mission is to help others get clarity, confidence, and tools to find and pursue a career they love so they can be fulfilled. Passionate about personal development, she uses her philosophy that 'each one of us has a unique super-power to drive those around towards their full potential without compromising their wellbeing. She also h...2021-03-0215 minSHIFT with Elena AgarHow to break out of your comfort zone with travel (with Mack Moyer)In this episode, I sit down with a friend - a curious traveler & an education advocate - Mack Moyer. We talk about his lessons & adventures that came from his decision to quit a well paying corporate job to spend a year back packing around the world (at the time this was recorded it was 99 countries) , and as I am typing this he is in his 100th spot - Costa Rica - enjoying remote work and the sun! If anyone knows a thing or two about going out of their comfort zones, it is definitely Mack! You can follow his...2021-02-1429 min