SHIFT with Elena Agar

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 exe...

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 produc...

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 f...

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 de...

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 th...

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...

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...

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 worke...

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...

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 &...

In an era where quick transactions and digital communication dominate, professional courtesy seems to have taken a backseat. But what if we told you that a simple act of kindness or a genuine display of respect could be the key to unlocking greater opportunities, stronger relationships, and a more fulfilling career? Let's explore the power of professional courtesy and why it's a skill wort...

Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional looking to make a bold career shift, entering a new industry can be both daunting and thrilling. It's a chance to step outside your comfort zone, embrace new challenges, and embark on a path of endless possibilities. In this episode, I offer some practical tips on how to break into a new industry.

In today's dynamic work environments, clear and well-defined goals are crucial for driving individual and organizational success. Unfortunately, many employees find themselves grappling with vague or ambiguous objectives set by their managers. When goals lack clarity, employees may face challenges in identifying what actions to take, how to measure progress, and ultimately, how to showcase the...

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 o...

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...

When we think of investments, we often think of putting money into stocks, bonds, or real estate. But there's another kind of investment that's just as important, and that's the investment we make in ourselves through exercise. Exercise is a daily investment that can pay dividends not only for our overall wellbeing, but for our career success as well. Want to grow your career & imp...

Starting a new job can be both exciting and daunting. During the first 90 days, you'll be learning new skills, building relationships, and adjusting to a new company culture. This period is critical, as it sets the tone for your success and growth within the organization. Let's explore some tips to help you excel in your first 90 days and beyond. Be a Sponge Build Relationships Merge with...

Gone are the days when people worked just one job for their entire career. Today's economy requires us to be adaptable and flexible. One way to do this is through a side hustle. A side hustle is a project or small business that you work on outside of your regular job. In this short article, we'll explore why everyone should have a side hustle. Financial Security Skill Development Passion P...

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-alterin...

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...

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,...

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 detec...

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...

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 leg...

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 m...