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In 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 Isabel. Connect with Teresa: Website: https://www.teresavozza.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-vozza-chrl-cca/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 Founder of 3Plus International, which offers strategic and operational consulting services to organizations building gender balanced, diverse and inclusive workplaces to achieve business success. She has run hundreds of international executive search assignments, and as a certified Coach and Trainer has supported thousands of individuals to reach their potential. Connect with Dorothy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorothydalton/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 conversation that's all about unlocking your potential and embracing change with enthusiasm. About Catherine: Catherine assists organizations, teams, and leaders in achieving substantial improvements in their outcomes while retaining top talent. Together, Catherine collaborates to ensure the establishment of enduring change marked by comprehensive clarity and accountability across all levels. Catherine's clientele includes organizations striving to enhance results and retain key personnel in high-pressure environments, teams seeking heightened productivity, improved margins, and sustainable accountability, as well as managers aiming to rebuild trust and cultivate leadership skills. Specializing in assisting individuals and CEOs in rapidly changing environments, Catherine has been actively coaching since 2016. Initially focusing on purpose, identity, and goal setting, Catherine has evolved to primarily guide leaders in uncovering their strengths, fostering success in both professional and personal domains. Residing in Bristol, UK, Catherine shares her home with her husband, two sons, and occasionally fosters children. In addition to her professional pursuits, Catherine can be found indulging her love for reading, having completed 52 books this year, enjoying coffee with friends, and eagerly embracing new ideas and activities. Connect with Catherine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-gray-coaching/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 organization's highly diversified, global educational offerings and insights. His mission is to help U.S. higher education and employers adapt, grow and thrive. Prior to Kaplan, Busteed was Global Head of Public Sector at Gallup – serving higher education, government and foundations. In that role, Busteed led dozens of ground-breaking studies and consulted with hundreds of higher ed leaders. Busteed was the founder and CEO of Outside The Classroom, one of the country's first successful Ed Tech companies which was acquired by EverFi in 2011. Its flagship online courses on alcohol abuse and sexual assault prevention have been taken by more than 10 million college students. An internationally known speaker and author on education and workforce development, Busteed has published more than 100 articles and keynoted more than 200 conferences. He was named a LinkedIn “Top Voice” in education and is a frequent contributor for Forbes.com. Busteed received his bachelor's degree in public policy from Duke University where he was also a two-sport Division 1 athlete. He received an honorary doctorate from Augustana College. He is a trustee emeritus of Duke and has served on the Board of Visitors of the Sanford School of Public Policy. Busteed serves on the board of directors for the Business-Higher Education Forum - the nation's oldest membership organization of Fortune 500 CEOs, college and university presidents, and other leaders dedicated to the creation of a highly skilled future workforce. He also serves on the board of directors for the Association of American Colleges & Universities (AAC&U). Connect with Brandon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 strategy, and take action towards a fulfilling career. Connect with Steph: Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies Website: www.stephgillies.com About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 us for an inspiring conversation about life, learning, and living well. About Cheryl: She has had a varied career from airline pricing to high school teaching to corporate training, and one constant theme has run through all of it - the desire to teach and make a difference. Cheryl is always looking for ways to break huge and overwhelming concepts into understandable pieces so that all of us have the benefit of learning the mindset, success, and health principles that we usually don't learn in school. Cheryl is a wife, a mom of two twenty-something kids, and can often be found on her front porch reading a book and enjoying a glass of wine. Connect with Cheryl at OMG Teach Me Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn and grab your free seven days of secrets to living well by subscribing at www.bit.ly/omgteachmepodcast. Instagram: www.instagram.com/omgteachmepodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/omgteachme LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/omgteachmepodcast About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 but thriving in her absence. Kris Ward shares her secrets to building a successful business and the importance of creating a W.I.N Team (What Is Next) using her signature Super Tool Kits. She discusses her experiences being interviewed by prominent figures like Kevin Harrington from Shark Tank and James Malinchak from ABC's The Secret Millionaire. Kris also hosts her podcast, "Win The Hour Win The Day," where she engages in enlightening conversations with dynamic guests on various business topics. Tune in to this episode as Kris Ward provides valuable strategies and a fresh perspective on scaling your business, achieving your goals, and creating a winning team that can help you take your ideas to execution. About Kris: the leading authority in scaling your business. Kris is the founder of the Win The Hour, Win the Day philosophy. She helps entrepreneurs create their W.I.N Team (what is next) team using her signature Super Tool Kits so you can get your Idea to execution! After the loss of her husband, Kris returned full-time to her work as a marketing strategist. She was thankful to see that her business had not only survived her absence but was growing. Now, Kris has completely changed the landscape for entrepreneurs by sharing the successful practices that allowed her absence. Kris has been interviewed by one of the original sharks from Shark Tank, Kevin Harrington, and ABC's The Secret Millionaire – James Malinchak. She has been featured on award winning podcasts, radio and TV shows throughout the world. You can hear Kris on her own podcast – Win The Hour Win The Day, where she has engaging conversations with dynamic guests covering a variety of business topics so you can get to your next win now! About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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. Katelyn is the visionary behind The Freelance CFO, a full-service accounting firm that specializes in empowering entrepreneurs and businesses to achieve financial success. With a unique blend of expertise in accounting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation, Katelyn and her team offer a customized approach to meet clients where they are, breaking down barriers to financial freedom. Katelyn is also the creator of Wealth Witches, a monthly membership program that blends holistic finance with energetics and woo, aimed at helping entrepreneurs live a life full of ANDs, not ORs. Based in Boise, Idaho, but a frequent traveler, she's passionate about retirement planning, woo, and her chickens. Approachable and non-judgmental, Katelyn is the go-to expert for those looking to make and save money easily, invest wisely, and yes, buy that damn latte. Get in touch: IG: https://www.instagram.com/THEFREELANCECFO/ IG: https://instagram.com/KATELYN.MAGNUSON Website: thefreelancecfo.biz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelynamagnuson/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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. Discover how she helps organizations create workplaces where leaders and employees thrive together, and how she believes in the inherent awesomeness of individuals and teams. Alissa's story is one of empowerment, growth, and the belief that we are all capable of achieving greatness, especially when we work together. Prepare to be inspired and equipped with the tools to unlock your own potential. About Alissa: Founder and CEO of Daire 2 Succeed, established in 2014. She is a certified Professional Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and holds certifications in Strengths Strategy, Xchange Facilitation, Creating Positive Change, Team Momentum™, and PERMAH™ Workplace Wellbeing. She's the host of the Maximize Your Strengths podcast, author of From Frustrated to Frickin' Awesome: Four Steps to Achieve the Success You're Wired For and has been featured regularly on TV news, and on podcasts from all over the globe. Her rich background includes serving in healthcare for over a decade, as a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a Registered Nurse (RN). She is the head coach of Minneapolis Washburn's High School Gymnastics team. She's a devoted wife and mother of two teenage daughters. Most importantly, she believes you and your team are frickin' awesome. And she believes that we are better together. Through facilitation, interactive training, and group and individual coaching, with all levels of the organization, Alissa and the amazing team at Daire 2 Succeed work with organizations to create workplaces leaders and employees are proud to work in. Connect with Alissa: Business FB page: https://www.facebook.com/Daire2Succeed Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daire2succeed/ Business Twitter: https://twitter.com/daire2succeed Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alissadairenelson/ Business LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/daire2succeed/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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 over a decade of experience within Career Coaching and Human Resources--and has been featured in NBC, CBS, FOX, The International Business Times, and Yahoo! News. Most recently he was named the #1 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year by USA TODAY for 2023. He's supported global teams of over 3,000 people and currently serves as the CEO of The Human Reach--a human potential institute guiding high-achieving professionals to land their dream careers in record time, and coaching silicon valley leaders through Executive Coaching. His career stems from a foundation in training and development at KSL Capital, where he coached leaders on how to select, coach, and retain top talent at some of the world's most prestigious luxury resort properties. A.J. also served as a leader @ Premier Staffing where he worked alongside well-known tech giants in organizing talent strategy and recruiting tactics. Before Facebook, AJ was the Vice President of Talent and Engagement at Sungevity—the world's leading platform technology for residential solar—where he led an HR team that spanned across the United States. Most recently, though, AJ left Facebook as a Global HR Leader where he supported an international team, and launched many innovative leadership programs under his guidance--that are still in full swing at Facebook today. A.J. holds a Bachelor of Science from Ithaca College in Communication Management and Organizational Design. Get in touch: training.thehumanreach.com About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 success. Jordana's insights are bound to ignite your own potential and inspire positive change in your leadership journey. About Jordana: Jordana Cole is an igniter of leadership and team potential. As a global learning & development leader, leadership development facilitator, certified coach, and applied improviser, Jordana has designed and led L&D strategy, leadership programs, workshops, and coaching engagements for thousands of individuals around the globe. Her organizational background includes non-profits, higher education, SaaS technology, financial services, and e-commerce. Connect and follow Jordana: Website is: ignitedbyjordana.com Media page: https://ignitedbyjordana.com/media Her recent article on Overcoming middle manager syndrome article: https://trainingindustry.com/articles/leadership/its-time-to-overcome-middle-manager-syndrome-part-2/?fbclid=IwAR0cgqE_yNSDHHOwywTiOqDr57ck_uM8DJZFg_bCA-EaFOvJCUDt79U8qpk Thesis "I've Got Your Back: Utilizing Improv as a Tool to Enhance Workplace Relationships: https://repository.upenn.edu/server/api/core/bitstreams/f11ed0fd-7541-4540-b990-252feba93485/content Jordana is an alumna of the University of Pennslyvania's Master of Applied Positive Psychology program and has served as an assistant instructor for undergraduate and graduate courses related to positive organizations and human strengths & resilience. Jordana is also certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach and as a facilitator of several leadership and coaching programs. She has been featured on a variety of podcasts and webinars discussing the connections between well-being, leadership, and organizational success. About your host: Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 has over 2000 hours of experience in podcasting and trains individuals on the topic. Alka is also an award-winning motivational speaker. She is trained to compete, and she has won numerous international speech contests with Toastmasters International, a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills. She has delivered speeches across the globe, from New Zealand to Dubai, as well as coached and mentored other speakers. Alka is a trained laughter practitioner! The combination of coaching and laughter has the power to alter lives for the better, and it's a proven fact that a thriving home and work environment both depend on happiness. Alka entwines the serious side of laughter into her workshops, creating a unique approach to learning and development. Of Indian heritage, Alka was born in Kenya and raised in England. She has lived and worked in England, Spain, Cyprus, Dubai, and now the USA. Her rich background provides an international flair and diversity to her storytelling and training delivery. Alka thrives on providing the best communication and service, and she focuses on helping people find happiness. Alka talks openly about her own experiences of abuse and domestic violence, as she believes that sharing one's experiences of survival can help others make a positive change in their lives. Connect with Alka on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspire2consulting/ Listen to her Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3tiB9dZPL6fuqqZDxz4c1f?si=15c649ddb1df4247&nd=1 About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 their current paths. But Arjan's talents and passions don't stop at podcasting. By day, he's a valuable member of the private equity sales team at Capstone, a renowned strategy consulting firm based in Washington, DC. His professional journey has included roles at RSM's M&A team, where he advised clients on complex transactions, and at FARE, a pivotal player in food allergy research, where he contributed to digital transformation. Arjan holds a B.S. in finance from Virginia Tech, and when he's not busy uncovering the "reason for everything" in his podcast, he enjoys golfing, basketball, and cherishing moments with family and friends. Join us as we dive into Arjan's own journey, his passion for storytelling, and his commitment to unraveling the inspiring narratives of others. This episode promises to be a captivating exploration of life's unexpected blessings. Follow his podcast R4E: https://www.youtube.com/@arjanpetersR4E Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjan-peters/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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 motivations behind launching Healing Race, shedding light on the importance of engaging in candid conversations about race and just sharing our thoughts and questions around this topic. This conversation that doesn't shy away from difficult topics and strives for understanding, respect, and healing. About Andre': Andre' Thomas is a tech enthusiast with over 20 years of experience in operational process improvement, product development, and data analytics. His passion for collaboration, conversation, and racial diversity led him to start The Healing Race Show with Todd Levinson as a means of inspiring people to see beyond difference and come together to create a more connected world. About Todd: Todd Levinson is the co-host of Healing Race and co-founder of MATR, a new tech start-up looking to bring meaningful conversations to social media. Todd was previously the Director of Programs and Strategy at Civic Genius, where he designed community programs aimed at fostering a more solution-oriented, less partisan politics. He has also worked on workforce policy at the local, state and national levels, focusing on how to help Americans get jobs and gain the skills necessary to advance their careers. Previously, Todd was a consultant and professional speaker for over 9 years, leading personal and professional development seminars for audiences across North America. He has also worked with the United Nations, where he helped lead a conflict resolution effort that guided civil society and government leaders from conflict-affected islands in the Pacific to develop joint solutions to further peace and development in their islands. Recently, he studied and taught moral and political psychology at the University of California, San Diego. Watch Healing Race on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healingrace3491 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-race/id1699319058 About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 actions to take one day at a time. In this compelling conversation, Ruvi Makuni, a certified Stress Master and Resiliency Coach, delves into the critical topic of stress management and resilience for professionals. We explore practical strategies to identify and mitigate stress's impact on health and work performance, offering valuable insights for individuals and organizations alike. Ruvi's expertise shines a light on the path to a healthier, more successful career. Get in touch with Ruvi: www.fitactivetoned.com About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 Cyber Infrastructure part-time at the University of Houston, volunteers for non-profit Blacks in Cyber Security (BIC), and trains in boxing and kickboxing in his free time. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-ellington Youtube Channel - https://youtube.com/@EllingtonCyberAcademy?feature=shared In this enlightening episode, we delve into Kenneth Ellington's inspiring journey to becoming a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant at a Big 4 firm within just three years. Kenneth shares valuable insights into the world of cybersecurity, focusing on SIEM, SOAR, and endpoint security, while also emphasizing his commitment to mentoring new talent in the field. We explore his passion for teaching, involvement with non-profit organization Blacks in Cyber Security (BIC), and his unique interests outside of the cybersecurity realm. Kenneth's story serves as a compelling example of determination and achievement in the cybersecurity industry. About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 of 2022 by Top Cyber News Magazine. His thoughts on cybersecurity as well as his career in tech have been published in multiple publications, such as the United States Cybersecurity Magazine, Top Cyber News Magazine, and by NowSecure, Inc. In August 2023, Devin was accepted as a member of ForbesBLK, a Forbes community for Black entrepreneurs, professionals, leaders, and creatives. When he is not working, Devin enjoys speaking with both technology & cybersecurity professionals as well as those interested in breaking into either field on his "Talking Tech Podcast" YouTube channel." Check out his podcast: https://youtube.com/@TheTalkingTechPodcast?si=0GqbmX6bEbmnTmdO Connect with Devin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pricedevin/ In our engaging podcast episode, Devin Price, a distinguished cybersecurity leader and educator with over eight years of tech experience, delves into the dynamic world of cybersecurity. We explore his journey, expertise, and insights in areas such as systems analysis, application security, penetration testing, and vulnerability management. Devin, recently recognized in the "Cybersecurity 40 under 40," reveals the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and offers invaluable advice for both seasoned professionals and those aspiring to enter this field. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of cybersecurity and tap into Devin's wealth of knowledge to navigate this vital domain. About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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, career paths, and sound financial planning. He is passionate about helping people achieve their dreams regardless of their educational background or past. Connect with Ken: https://www.kenrusk.com/about/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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 point in his life. His aspiration is to share the invaluable wisdom and tools he has gathered along this journey with the world, enabling others to embark on a similar path of transformation. The once-lost, isolated, and fractured young boy he used to be has evolved into an unbreakable individual. Connect with Michael: https://www.thinkunbroken.com/childhood-trauma-life-coach-michael-anthony Portfolio of work: https://linktr.ee/michaelunbroken In this impactful podcast episode, Michael shared a powerful journey from surviving unimaginable child abuse to becoming an inspiring advocate for survivors. The discussion revolved around the profound idea that sometimes life thrusts us into roles we didn't choose, but through resilience and unwavering determination, we can transform our pain into strength. He emphasized that mindset is the key to overcoming the darkest of challenges and how, despite the absence of shortcuts, one can reclaim their life About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 Ramy to explore his remarkable journey through diverse roles in the marketing and operations fields. Ramy takes us from his early days managing major clients in a regional marketing agency to his transition to the client side with JTI and Nestlé. He shares his experiences relocating to Canada and assuming leadership as the Chief Operating Officer at MYCourier. Join us as we discuss career transitions, international moves, and the invaluable lessons Ramy has learned along the way. About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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) https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tips-make-career-pivot-reinvention-linkedin-lynne Resumes https://greatcareers.org/can-your-linkedin-profile-shine-using-content-from-a-well-written-resume-part-one/ Verbs https://greatcareers.org/over-300-powerful-action-verbs-for-your-career-documents/ Boolean https://greatcareers.org/stellar-boolean-search-tips-for-job-seekers-entrepreneurs/ Interview Resources including 3 videos https://greatcareers.org/interview-resources/ Career Management Checklist Freebie - https://bit.ly/gcg-cmc Book a free 15-minute Resume or LinkedIn profile review - https://bit.ly/BookLynne About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 career transformation and the exciting expat adventure that Marc and his wife, Lotus, embarked upon in Ajijic, Mexico. Connect with Marc on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrmiller/ Join the community: https://careerpivot.com/cp-community/ Check out his podcast: https://careerpivot.com/repurpose-career-podcast/ Check out his website: https://careerpivot.com/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In 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 walks of life through a wide range of topics, beginning with self-initiated strategies to “survive,” and working towards breakthroughs to “thrive.” A versatile facilitator, she has also led scores of communication, leadership, and team-building training initiatives around the world. Jennifer is an Adjunct Professorial Lecturer at American University's School of Public Affairs, where she teaches leadership and team development courses to select professional cohorts. She also volunteers at a Whole New Doctor, a program based out of Georgetown University that empowers medical students to increase resiliency and emotional intelligence through medical school and beyond. An International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach, Jennifer earned a certificate from American University's Leadership Coaching for Organizational Performance program. She is trained/certified in a number of assessments and methodologies that support her coaching practice. Jennifer earned a BA from American University and an MA from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies. She speaks advanced Mandarin and French, maintains a working knowledge of Spanish and speaks basic Italian and Indonesian. Connect with Jennifer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-jennifer-hart/ About your host: From university lecture halls to global corporate boardrooms, Elena Agaragimova's journey epitomizes resilience. Her mission? To cultivate human potential, set up effective talent acquisition pipelines, and build transformative talent development programs. Elena doesn't merely train—she transforms. Whether engaging a bustling room of executives or leading a virtual session for tech aficionados, her insights ignite change. Colleagues and clients praise her knack for driving growth and empowering others, ensuring both individuals and organizations flourish in the competitive business landscape. Her enthusiasm for cognitive science enriches her strategies, reflecting her deep belief in the untapped potential of the human mind. As a current enrollee in a Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Program, Elena broadens her understanding of how people learn, aiming to maximize effectiveness both personally and professionally. When Elena takes the stage to speak, her message resonates with audiences from New York to Dubai. As an entrepreneur, Elena co-founded Bloom Youth, a tech education platform that arms the next generation with essential future-ready skills. She also launched Bessern, a tech solution focused on enhancing productivity and well-being within organizations. Elena also hosts two podcasts. Shift with Elena Agar serves as an extension of her first book, helping people overcome the inertia found in comfort zones to make meaningful shifts in their careers and lives. Confessions of a Career Coach offers lighter but insightful fare, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her world and dispensing valuable career advice. Connect with Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Shayna Bergman - who is a passionate, results-oriented coach who empowers motivated individuals to unlock their potential. She has a proven track record of helping people to achieve deeper meaning and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives through authentic leadership and clarity of purpose. With a focus on parents in executive and leadership positions, Shayna challenges her clients to look deeply at themselves by reflecting on their values, dreams, limiting beliefs and inner critics. She then helps them create an action plan that inspires breakthroughs and leads to sustainable change. Known for her perceptiveness, insights and ability to speak the truth to leaders at all levels, Shayna's most successful clients are those who are dedicated to evolving their best selves and fostering that growth in others. Social Media: @ShaynaBergmanCoaching on Insta and Facebook LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayna-priluck-bergman/ Website: https://shaynabergman.com/ Free Guide 5 Ways to Cure Your Imposter Syndrome: https://shaynabergman.com/free-guide/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Dave Phelan. After working for 3 years in the corporate world, Dave quit his full-time job to launch a mobile application. After scaling to over 50k users, he started working with other startups to build their mobile app and websites to grow their business called Founders Approach. 7 years later, this business has built over 200 products for different clients across different industries. He has continued to explore side ventures throughout this time, such as a podcast called "Why I Quit" which interviews people who quit their 9 to 5 to follow a different career path. Get in touch with Dave: www.FoundersApproach.com About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Crista Grasso - the go-to strategic planning and systems expert for online businesses when they want to scale. Known as the "Business Optimizer", Crista has the ability to quickly cut through noise and provide clarity on the core things that will make the biggest impact to scale a business simply and sustainably. She is the founder of the Lean Out Method, creator of the Lean Business Scaling System, and host of the Lean Out Your Business Podcast. Connect with Crista: Website: https://www.leanoutmethod.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lean-out-your-business-podcast/id1551252558 About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Jennifer Simpson - who's been in seats at many tables. As a private debt & equity investor, a COO and CFO partnering with business leaders on their strategic plans, and as founding executive director of a multinational leadership development program, she learned the ropes on how to invest in and operate businesses as well as develop talent with an eye for economic growth and positive impact. Most recently, Jennifer led the effort to raise a new venture debt fund at Anzu Partners, focused on companies with breakthrough industrial technology and other game-changing forces. She was also the founding executive director of the Aspen Finance Leaders Fellowship focused on improving public trust in the global finance industry, now with over 100 Fellows in 20 countries. In finance she has been a private equity and debt investor at The Gladstone Companies, a banker in middle market leveraged lending as well as head of the investment committee for small business at National City Bank, debt arranger at LBO firm Morgenthaler Partners, and CFO/COO of a national environmentally-focused foundation. She began her career as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army's Medical Service Corps. Jennifer serves on the board of the North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation and the board of Slingshot Coffee Company. Jennifer studied economics for her Bachelor's Degree from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania where she was also a leader in the Army ROTC and her MBA is from Case Western Reserve University. About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Erin Duffy - a Career Transformation and Stage Presence Coach. She works with mid-career business professionals and leaders who struggle feeling fulfilled and confident and want to step into their personal power and advance their career. She helps them to clarify and own their unique personal story. She believes our own stories hold the very insights that can transform our lives. In her highly curated programs, her clients develop a richer personal narrative by clarifying the stories behind their life experiences. She then helps them to use the personal power of their story to catapult their career journey. It is tapping into the same stories that also supercharges their personal brand and stage presence. After 25 years of managing dual careers, as a senior executive at a creative agency by day and simultaneously as a singer/actor by night, she yearned to combine her dual tracks. Out of that journey of search and discovery she found an insightful way to take the best of both and create her uniquely transformative programs and formed her company, InspirationSQRD. Her curated programs have enabled her clients to expand their horizons, remain faithful to their core values, and realize their aspirations. • Her "Own Your Story - Change Your Life" program enables her clients to clarify the stories behind their life experiences, personal values, traits, and skills. They also pinpoint their non-negotiables. They then use these insights as a compass to chart new career and life options. • Her "Stage Presence, Readiness, and Delivery" program enables her clients to tap into their personal insights borne out of their life stories to create a unique personal brand, a more impactful delivery, and a deeper connection with the audience. She loves guiding her clients to get clear on what they want, step into a more powerful version of themselves, and lead a more fulfilling career and life. Erin, of course, has a deep passion for all things theater and film. Ask her for a recommendation anytime and she will go on and on about the best thing to see next. Get in touch with Erin: Schedule a 30-minute 1:1 -https://inspirationsqrd.kartra.com/calendar/30-minute_session LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin--duffy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspirationsqrd/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Joe Motes - Director of Talent AcquisitionSENTA Partners. Joe leads the development and implementation of hiring strategies and processes to facilitate high-quality recruitment of clinicians, non-clinicians, and support services. Joe brings over 10 years recruiting experience having led large enterprise recruitment programs focused on hiring multiple skillsets and disciplines. He brings a broad range of knowledge with recruiting experience in Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Information Technology, Human Resources, Finance, Executive recruiting, Manufacturing and Operations. He is a United States Army veteran and has lived most of his life in Northeast GA. He earned his Executive MBA from Kennesaw State University, with a B.s. in Human Resources Development from Southwestern College in Winfield, KS. He spends his leisure time in activities with his children, listening to Podcast, and training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephmotes/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Millree Williams, Owner and Founder of Willekop Consulting and Coaching, is passionate about helping high-achieving leaders of nonprofit and education organizations thrive and improve the quality of their lives! As a business communications and marketing strategist, Millree consults closely with small business owners to position their organizations to attract, expand and retain their business lines with effective brand, storytelling, and messaging platforms. As a certified career and life coach, Millree also partners with nonprofit and education leaders and successful mid-career professionals to help them unblock and then successfully navigate the barriers between them and their personal and career goals. As a trained thinking and accountability partner, he helps clients open up, discover blind spots, gain clarity, see a bigger picture, and work through stumbling blocks to generate new ways of accomplishing their goals. His goal is to help his clients work through difficult choices and try on new perspectives to become their best selves – both professionally and personally. To this adventure, Millree brings a successful, 20-year track record of leading results-oriented strategic communications and public affairs teams in education and social justice nonprofits. In his spare time, Millree serves on the Board of Forty Plus of Greater Washington, where he helps mature professionals successfully navigate the challenging times in their lives – either career or life changes. He also tutors seniors in reading and writing. Millree can be reached at millree@willekop.com, or at https://www.willekop.com/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Randy Lioz -founder of DOC - a company that helps organizations of all types develop healthy cultures that foster a sense of belonging for all their members and employees. He spent six years with the nonprofit Braver Angels, one of the leading national groups focused on reducing political polarization, active in all 50 states. He worked in a variety of roles there, most recently as Sr. Director of Events & Partner Engagement, focusing on building a network of organizational partners and helping them with internal polarization challenges. One of Braver Angels' most experienced moderators, he led the effort to migrate their events to the online environment, and later pioneered hybrid events for the organization. He regularly led workshops for regional and national audiences, in addition to spreading the depolarization message through interviews, speeches, columns for Braver Angels Media, and appearances on the Braver Angels Podcast. Randy also does consulting for automotive clients, having worked for over 20 years in the automotive industry. He's spent his career doing forecasting and analytics, working for brands like Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader, and in advertising for Ford. Randy is also an experienced professional wedding officiant, a soccer goalie and a frequent amateur chef. He grew up on Long Island, NY. After getting his undergraduate degree in economics from Duke University, Randy made his way across the country, living in Michigan— where he got his MBA from the University of Michigan—and California, before moving to Washington, DC. Connect with Randy: Website: https://www.depolorgcultures.com/ Tell me what's going on with your org: https://www.depolorgcultures.com/connect Demo session sign-up: https://www.depolorgcultures.com/demo-session About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Mustafa Ammar - the founder and CEO of “The Passion MBA”, a global coaching company. He is also a life-coach who coached hundreds of professionals around the world to find their dream careers and build their dream businesses, by applying his coaching methodology “The Passion Blueprint”. Mustafa is also the author of the upcoming books “Time to Move On” & “The Passion Project”. Mustafa lived several career lives in one single life. He started his career as a pharmacist out of passion for chemistry, then he became an international diplomat out of passion for building bridges among different cultures and traveling the world, where he worked in China, Malawi and the United Nations. He then worked as an investment specialist at The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), where he was in charge of business development and bringing investments to various regions including Africa, The Middle East & Latin America. Mustafa successfully brought more than $1.1 billion worth of finance in infrastructure projects in the Middle East alone during his tenure at AIIB. Mustafa holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with distinction from Alliance Manchester Business School in the UK. He also holds another master degree in diplomatic studies & negotiations and BA in pharmaceutical sciences. For more information please visit: ThePassionMBA.com Instagram: @ThePassionMBA About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Michelle S. Gollapalli - an internationally accredited fundraising professional with over 24 years of experience in a variety of fields such as public broadcasting, healthcare, diversity, equity and inclusion youth services, disabilities, and education. Michelle's most recent position was as the Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion & Development at ECRI Institute, in PA. Before that, she served as Vice President of Development and Executive Director of the Jefferson Health Foundation – New Jersey, part of the erstwhile Kennedy Health System in South Jersey, now known as Jefferson Health-New Jersey. Prior to joining the Foundation, Michelle worked as Chief Development Officer for Bancroft, where she oversaw Development, Marketing and Communications, and Admissions. Ms. Gollapalli has mentored many professionals in the area, most recently as a regular panelist for the Philadelphia Business Journal's Mentoring Monday. She is also a published author with an undergraduate triple major in English Literature, Psychology and Journalism and an MBA in Marketing from the Mount Carmel Institute of Management in India. She received her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential in 2004 and in 2010 was awarded the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) certification from the American College in Bryn Mawr, PA. Michelle was honored as one of Philadelphia's 40 under 40 by the Philadelphia Business Journal and received the distinction of being one of the 2014 “Women to Watch” by the South Jersey Biz magazine. In 2015, the Garden State Council of NJ named her as one of their “Women of Achievement” and South Jersey magazine deemed her to be one of the “Super Women of 2014”- an accolade she won again in 2016. The March 2019 Issue of South Jersey Biz magazine featured her as one of the Best in Healthcare for the Region. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgollapalli/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Lillian Forsyth - a coach, facilitator, and consultant focused on leadership and diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is Co-Founder & CEO at Lead with Equity, whose mission is to help leaders make space for the voices of historically marginalized people to drive change in organizations. Lillian has 15 years of experience leading operations and human resources for small and medium sized organizations, and 20 years of experience facilitating workshops on identity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Lillian has trained and coached leaders from organizations such as Goldman Sachs, Facebook, and IBM. Clients describe Lillian as authentic, engaging, kind, direct, and someone with a unique blend of intuition and analytical skills. Website: http://leadwithequity.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillian-forsyth-b0770721/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Christopher Martin - as a former D1 athlete, he developed his passion for fitness after battling depression when his college basketball career came to an end. After using fitness to find the next phase of his life Chris decided to try personal training which ended up being the best choice he's ever made. After being in the industry for 6 years his story has become even more unique. Building a business, struggling as a trainer in LA during the pandemic and facing the challenges of an athlete have given him some great stories to tell with a unique perspective. His current podcast educates viewers about fitness, how to get in shape, the latest trends and the negatives about the fitness industry. As a guest on other podcasts, Chris brings passion, energy, humor and an approach to fitness that people have never experienced. He also own a fitness clothing brand under the name Less Brunches More Crunches. EDUCATION Mount St. Mary's University May, 2015 Bachelors of Science – Sports Management, Men's Basketball (Division 1) (2013-2015) Also played (Division I Basketball) at Marshall University (2011-2013) and Savannah State University (2015-2016) NOTABLE CLIENTELE Jeff Dowtin - Toronto Raptors (Univ. of Rhode Island) Jim Jackson - Former NBA Player, current NBA Broadcaster (TNT, Fox Sports, LA Clippers local broadcasting, NCAA Tournament, BIg East & Big 10 broadcasting) Karan Kendrick - Actress (Just Mercy, Hunger Games) Chloe Jackson - Former Chicago Sky (WNBA), Baylor Univ. & current stylist for professional athletes Lindsey Spann - Former Univ. of South Carolina Women's Bball Player & Current Univ. of MD Women's Bball Coach ▪ Paris Horne (Pro Basketball - 10 years) - TBT Tournament winner 3 years in a row ▪ Marcus Thornton (Pro Basketball) ▪ Anthony Cowan (Univ. of Maryland Basketball) (NBA G League) ▪ Boogie Watson (University of Kentucky Football) (Pittsburgh Steelers) Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/@CMartyFit Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/@CMartyFit About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Mark Metry - Forbes Featured Social Anxiety Coach, Mental Health professional, Certified Nutrition Coach| TEDx Speaker & Author. 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 podcast, Humans 2.0. In total, his thoughts, views, podcasts, and videos have been viewed over 50+ Million times. His podcast hit #96 of the top podcasts in the world with Tim Ferriss, NPR, Lewis Howes & Gary Vaynerchuk. He is an international (virtual) speaker at conferences, schools, and Fortune 500's delivering meaningful & transformative current edge applicable knowledge through speaking engagements, panels, host, MC, workshops, and more. To connect with Mark, follow his social media: LinkedIn @MarkMetry Twitter @markymetry Instagram @markmetry About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Michael O'Brian. As a near-death cycling accident survivor, former corporate executive, endurance athlete, qualified meditation teacher, and creator of the Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation and Gratitude app, Michael brings a unique perspective to any corporate event or podcast. On July 11th, 2001, Michael experienced a life-altering event that shattered his worldview; he was struck head-on by a speeding SUV while cycling. Today, Michael refers to this as his "Last Bad Day", and has gone from barely surviving to thriving, and even recently cycled across the country, averaging 87 miles per day, on a brand new total knee replacement. Today he's on a mission to ripple something worth rippling: Help 100,000 people in 2023 start a mindfulness and gratitude practice and help individuals and businesses stress less, perform better, and live more. Michael's approach to mindfulness is straightforward, relatable, and geared to those who don't think they have time or believe they can't do it. He believes a "slow is fast," mindful approach is needed today to help us accomplish hard things tomorrow. Get in touch: Website: https://www.michaelobrienshift.com/ Mindfulness app: https://www.pausebreathereflect.com/ Facebook, Instagram, YouTube: @pausebreathereflect About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with JJ DiGeronimo - award-winning author who empowers busy women interested in increasing their influence and impact through tried-and-tested strategies, mindfulness, and energetic practices. Formerly a leading woman in the tech industry, she now passionately strives to help women gain more seats at more tables by sharing key findings that work and have helped her and countless others illuminate a path forward. Her work is featured in many publications, including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Thrive Global. In addition to her three books and keynotes for women in business, JJ participates and hosts popular podcasts, including Career Strategies for Women that Work, and Together WE Seek. Discover her work at www.JJDiGeronimo.com or inside her community, TogetherWeSeek.Online. If you are a woman seeking more meaningful connections, more moments of joy, and more fulfilling activities, JJ will help you pinpoint what is holding you back while providing tools you can use off the side of your desk to illuminate your own path. "When we work together to brighten our lights, we illuminate the path for many." - JJ DiGeronimo Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/JJ-DiGeronimo/author/B01INZ5GA2?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jjdigeronimo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjdigeronimo/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Amir A. Rashidian. Holding Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry and Human Biology and a Doctorate in Chiropractic, Amir A. Rashidian is the founder of the Mid-Atlantic Chiropractic Center. Established in 2006 and serving over 18,000 patient visits annually, the Mid-Atlantic Chiropractic Center focuses on high-tech diagnostics to detect and correct disturbances in the nervous system. The doctors at the Mid-Atlantic Chiropractic Center, promoting drugless health solutions, work with patients to eliminate the causes of disease and not merely the suppression of symptoms. As a consultant, Dr. Rashidian has worked with 18 chiropractic practices, 16 of which were startup businesses that all reached profitability within the first 3 months of a business launch. Dr. Rashidian attributes his success in opening practices to an intensive systematized marketing plan implemented 3 months prior to business launch. He has personally opened two very successful chiropractic practices. A very active speaker at corporate events, conventions, and churches, he is also frequently interviewed by the local TV, radio, and newspaper. Additionally, Dr. Rashidian serves on the Board of Directors of Habitat for Humanity and is a major financial supporter of their local building projects. Furthermore, Dr. Rashidian also serves as the chairman of the Elder Leadership Team at Grace Community Church. He has won multiple honors and awards including Business Leader of the Year and Philanthropist of the Year. He is happily married since 2005 and together they have three sons. Website: https://drrashidian.com/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Anna Grabow - a Business Mentor & Sales Coach dedicated to helping new entrepreneurs make their first big sales online. She started her online marketing career on the sales team of a large coach, being mentored by Tony Robbins former VP of Sales, and brought in $200K in 4 weeks. From there she worked closely with the CEO of a marketing agency that takes online companies from $1M in revenue to over $10M+. Next, she was hired as the Head of Growth and Marketing for a big performance coach. Now, she runs her online mastermind and gets to help anyone get started online. She is also the host of the podcast The Premise of Purpose where she interviews entrepreneurs on how they found their purpose and continue to live it everyday. You can learn more at https://annagrabow.com/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Nida Leardprasopsuk - serial entrepreneur, top-tier business consultant, self-identity reinvention coach, and former Fortune 500 executive with more than two decades of experience in business, psychology, and personal development. Nida is the founder of Nida Leard Consulting and Coaching, where she advises world-class experts to become legendary market outliers. She works with highly exceptional coaches, consultants, and experts who want to build a truly innovative business that stands out from the rest with a one-of-a-kind solution and market position. Nida is the author of the One to Millions Entrepreneur and host of the Nida Leard Podcast show. She also has a master's and bachelor's degree in Business and Marketing and is currently completing her research as part of her PhD in Social Psychology. She is a regular contributor to Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Brainz Magazine and has been featured on Business Insider, Fox, ABC, CNBC, USA Today, and other media. Website: https://www.nidaleard.com/new-site-coming-soon LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nida-leardprasopsuk-mcc-71b9ba147/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nidaleard/?hl=en About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with J Orisha, founder of (Teaching Harmony) Expanding Minds LLC, (TH)XM, specializes in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility consulting and coaching. J holds two master's degrees and is pursuing her Ph.D. in Public Sociology, focusing on anti-racist research methods. Her current work centers on the oral histories of Black and Brown folks' connections to their sense of belonging within city spaces. Get in touch Website: thxm.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-thxm/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Matt LeBris is a born and raised NY'er who inevitably caught the hustlers spirit that fills his hometown streets. A Forbes 30 Under 30 nominee, Matt has previously worked with Daymond John of Shark Tank and currently hosts a top 1% globally ranked podcast, Decoding Success, which features the likes of Mel Robbins, Grant Cardone, and many more. The mission Matt has set out on is to positively impact one life daily. Get in touch: Podcast – hoo.be/decodingsuccess Website - https://mattlebris.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/matt_lebris/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd2hmzAHxclueNMFVz6he8w Twitter - https://twitter.com/matt_lebris/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlebrisnyc/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of The Shift with Elena Agar - I chat with Penny Zenker - The Focusologist, international motivational speaker, business strategy coach, and best-selling author. Penny founded, developed, and sold her first multi-million dollar business while living in Zurich, Switzerland. Later at the world's 4th largest Market Research company, she managed business unit turnarounds and was a Tony Robbins business coach helping entrepreneurs around the world to double their businesses. Her clients tell her, her gift is cutting through the clutter and helping them focus on the most important and relevant areas to sustainably grow their businesses. Penny's high-energy and interactive keynote presentations, motivational speeches and workshops inspire and challenge you to think act and be more strategically, Be more emotionally intelligent, and inspire personal leadership. Penny is the bestselling author of The Productivity Zone: Stop the Tug of War with Time. As a master NLP practitioner and neuro-strategist, she integrates the elements of thought, communication, and behavior to provide strategies for positive changes and maximum results. Penny's expertise focuses on strategic thinking, leadership, problem-solving, communication, and productivity. She has coached hundreds of successful business leaders and entrepreneurs in leadership roles, relationships, and building culture. Website: https://pennyzenker360.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pennyzenker/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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 completed his Engineering Management Master's degree from University of Maryland, Baltimore County (Maryland, USA). Varun's professional career involved companies such as eBay, American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), Infosys and Genpact, where he became an asset for corresponding project teams by adding value through his profound expertise. Through his knowledge and a passion for education, he has trained thousands of people and has consequently gained wide respect in the project management industry. Varun's extroverted personality is expressed in his day-to-day attitude of living life to the fullest. Apart from being exceptional at PMP training, he is an ardent fan of watching movies and traveling with friends. To know more about him, feel free to directly get in touch with him: Website: www.eduhubspot.com Linkedin Profile: Varun Anand Email: varun.anand@eduhubspot.com About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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 a way to have a career, a flexible schedule and get paid what you deserve. When not working on her courses or leading women, she is podcasting (The $1 Million Tipping Point Podcast & Star Wars Meanderings and Rambings) drinking tea and reading books. Get in touch: Webpage: https://www.corporate2contract.com/ Podcast: https://www.corporate2contract.com/podcast About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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 permanently changed his outlook on life and how he wanted to live it. A move to California following his profession in the wine business led Cyril to begin exploring the world of outrigger canoeing and kayaking and reignited a childhood passion for windsurfing and all things water related. He soon began pushing his limits further and further in ultra endurance water events. A serendipitous find of the Great Pacific Race which advertised “you don't need to be a rower to row an ocean” led Cyril to embark on his biggest challenge at the time, rowing in a team of 4 men from California to Hawaii which resulted in in a Guinness Record for the fastest ocean rowing crossing of a team in 39 days and again changing Cyril's perspective on what was possible. Always a dreamer, Cyril soon found himself thinking about his next expedition. Inspired by the stories of maverick ocean explorers, Cyril began to plan his biggest expedition to date, crossing the mid pacific on a kayak with solely human power from California to Hawaii. Despite delays and a failed attempt, Cyril accomplished this goal in September 2022 reaching Hawaii to become the first 100% human powered kayaker to accomplish such a feat. As a member of the famed Explorers Club Cyril continues to dream big, thinking of his next big adventure and encouraging others to do the same. Advocating to “live life to the fullest,” Cyril hopes his adventures inspire others to find their own dream and go after it. Cyril is currently working on a book and a documentary chronicling his kayak crossing. Speaker Website: www. CyrilDerreumaux.com Expedition Website: www.SoloKayakToHawaii.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/cdxpro LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyrilderreumaux Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CyrilDerreumauxAdventure Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyrildx Member of “The Explorers Club” https://www.explorers.org About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In this episode of Shift, I chat with Naketa Ren Thigpen - who is on a mission to build stronger families that L.E.A.V.E new multi-generational imprints, witnessed from the ripples of love, empathy, adventure, victory, and edification they create from their wholeness. Naketa's the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the World activating power couples and potent humans who are ready to recalibrate and own their right to be intentionally selfish to amplify relationship intimacy as they grow to live in the space of (and) fully. After a successful career helping families push through trials caused by trauma, lost confidence and communication challenges impacting intimacy within their relationships, Naketa Ren Thigpen, broke barriers and glass ceilings when she decided to break-free from outdated expectations and binding patriarchal definitions that limit the ability to self-actualize. Formerly trained as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Naketa architected her core professional skill set as a Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, Sexology and Relationship expert with strategically infused tenets of metaphysics and coaching to set a new bar, creating ripples inside the personal development industry. Utilizing her distinct experiential, intuitive and highly energetic style, Naketa is the host of the Balance Boldly Podcast & International Best Selling Author of the book Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love, and Laugh Your Way to Joy. A highly sought-after Transformative Empowerment Speaker and CEO of ThigPro Balance (and) Relationship Management Institute, this brilliant beauty has revolutionized how to heal traumas while balancing work/life (and LOVE). Get in touch: Website: https://thigpro.com/ Email: media@thigpro.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naketathigpen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asknaketa/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/asknaketa About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
In today's podcast episode we interview Elena Agaragimova, Talent Development Specialist at Bessern and author of the book, The Rough Guide to Awesome Leadership: A Brain Friendly Approach to Take Action and Be an Inspiring Leader. Elena discusses the importance of accepting failure as a pathway to resilience, as well as the significance of building strong relationships with team members in remote settings. Elena shares resiliency tips for managing emotions, including auditing sleep, movement, and food habits. She also describes the TADA acronym for supportive leadership behaviors: Transparency, Empathy, Diversity, and Amplifying. Tune in to learn how to cultivate successful hybrid work teams and create a psychologically safe work environment as we Team Anywhere.READ THE FULL EPISODE SUMMARY HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Shift, I chat with Ebehi Diaz - an architectural designer based in Atlanta, GA. With over 6 years of experience in the design and construction industry, she has worked with architecture firms in Lagos, Miami and Atlanta gaining experience in the profession. Ebehi is a self motivated designer who believes that good design contributes to the well-being of a community. She has a vast knowledge of various architectural programs which help her effectively design and produce drawings for commercial, healthcare, educational, aviation, civic, commercial, multifamily and retail projects. Currently working towards becoming a licensed architect in Georgia and Florida, Ebehi searches for clients and communities that challenge her knowledge of architecture. Her passions for design and community development led her to create a design podcast and studio - Layers of Design, a platform where designers, architects and artists alike share their stories and experiences in the design field. Layers of design participate in competitions that explore solutions to issues within different communities, host events that spark conversations and inspire the community through volunteer experiences. Going into its 4th year, Layers of Design is working with different community leaders to facilitate programs that enhance their surroundings through design. Aside from building Layers of Design, Ebehi works at an engineering firm as a designer on industrial projects and sits on the board of directors of AIA Atlanta and NOMA Atlanta as the Communications Director and Professional Development Director respectively. She enjoys reading, hiking and traveling. Link to website / podcast: https://www.layersofdesign.online/ Link to Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/layersofdesign_/ About your host: Elena is a talent development specialist & an education advocate. She started her career in higher education, having worked across various institutions, departments and regions, followed by a shift to corporations - where she creates learning journeys, builds effective talent acquisition pipelines, and develops talent development programs. Elena has a strong interest in how we can use science - particular Behavioral and Neuro sciences - to help people learn effectively, expand their mindset and overall grow personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur – Elena founded Bloom Youth - a tech education platform that prepares youth for the future - and co-founded Bessern – tech solution for productivity and well-being in organizations. When she is not leading talent transformation, she volunteers her time to help young students with their career development goals, as well as military veterans looking to make career transition to corporate jobs. Learn more about Elena: https://linktr.ee/ElenaAgar Connect with Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elenaagaragi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elenaagaragimova --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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