SHIFT with Elena Agar
183 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -Empowering Performance and Leadership: Welcome to Shift with Elena Agar Podcast
At Shift – this is not just a podcast – it is a powerhouse of taking ownership of your performance, growth, and leadership education. It is an opportunity to Shift yourself in the direction of your potential and impact others around you.
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The podcast is your gateway to a world of behavior change-based insights, psychology research, and knowledge from guest speakers gathering years of experience in the corporate world, as well as entrepreneurship. With years of coaching and mentoring professionals, Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
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Episode 134 - Gen Z, Leadership, and the Future of Work: Insights and Discussions
November 30, 2023 15:37 - 52 minutes - 48 MBIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Rick Tamlyn and Marc Stoeker. In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the world of Gen Z and the future of work with these two insightful guests. We explore the challenges and opportunities in the talent space, discussing leadership development and the evolving landscape of work. Join us for an engaging conversation that provides valuable insights into the trends shaping the workforce and talent management. About Rick: Ric...
Episode 133 - Navigating Corporate Success: A Deeper Look at Effective Leadership
November 30, 2023 15:10 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Olga Feingold - a seasoned professional management coach, consultant, and trainer with a distinctive approach shaped by a decade as a wilderness guide and Outward Bound instructor. From the Florida Everglades to the boardrooms of major corporations, Olga shares her experiences in teaching leadership development and building strong teams. With awards such as the CEO Award at ZoomInfo and the President's Award at Outward Bound, Olga's ...
Episode 132 - Breaking the Burnout Cycle: Strategies for Executive Professionals
November 27, 2023 14:46 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn 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 executiv...
Episode 131 - Shaping the Future Workplace: A Conversation with Dorothy Dalton, a Talent Management Strategist
November 26, 2023 14:46 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBIn 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, p...
Episode 130 - Thriving in Change: A Conversation with a Results-Driven Coach
November 26, 2023 14:32 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBIn 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 discus...
Episode 129 - Tech, Drums, and Digital Transformation: Rebekah's Unconventional Path
November 12, 2023 20:27 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Rebekah Panepinto. In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of technology and digital transformation with Rebekah Panepinto, a former rockstar turned cybersecurity and cloud strategies expert. From her early days playing drums professionally in Nashville to founding "The Rebekah Panepinto Project," Rebekah shares insights into the evolving tech landscape. Tune in as she discusses impactful leadership, the intersection of tech...
Episode 128 - Navigating the Future: Brandon Busteed on Higher Ed and Workforce Development
November 12, 2023 14:27 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBIn 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 universiti...
Episode 127 - Mastering the Job Search: Steph Gillies' Career Journey
November 10, 2023 13:57 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn 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 coa...
Episode 126 - Unlocking Success and Wellness Secrets with Cheryl Fischer
November 10, 2023 13:29 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn 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 pi...
Episode 125 - Scaling Your Business: The Win The Hour, Win The Day Philosophy with Kris Ward
November 09, 2023 19:19 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn 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 an...
Episode 124 - Financial Alchemy: Transforming Wealth with The Freelance CFO (with Katelyn Magnuson)
October 27, 2023 16:49 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn 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 abundanc...
Episode 123 - Unlocking Your Potential: A Conversation with Alissa Daire Nelson
October 27, 2023 15:58 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn 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 t...
Episode 122 - Unlocking Career Success: Strategies from an Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year (with AJ Mizes)
October 25, 2023 13:06 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBIn 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 landsca...
Episode 121- Igniting the middle manager: A Conversation with Jordana Cole
October 11, 2023 13:19 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBIn 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 wo...
Igniting the middle manager: A Conversation with Jordana Cole
October 11, 2023 13:19 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBIn 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 wo...
Gut Health and Vibrant Living: A Journey with Terri Rahman
October 06, 2023 20:47 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Terri Rahman - a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, as our guest. About Terri: Terri Rahman is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health by focusing on gut health so they can lead fulfilling lives, free from chronic disease, and maximize their vitality while aging youthfully. With a lifelong interest in health and wellness, Terri considered herself...
Episode 120 - Gut Health and Vibrant Living: A Journey with Terri Rahman
October 06, 2023 20:47 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode of Shift with Elena Agar - I sit down with Terri Rahman - a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, as our guest. About Terri: Terri Rahman is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health by focusing on gut health so they can lead fulfilling lives, free from chronic disease, and maximize their vitality while aging youthfully. With a lifelong interest in health and wellness, Terri considered herself...
Episode 119 - Discovering Hidden Blessings: The Arjan Peters Podcast Journey
October 05, 2023 19:58 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn 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 ...
Discovering Hidden Blessings: The Arjan Peters Podcast Journey
October 05, 2023 19:58 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn 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 ...
Empowering Lives Through Laughter and Resilience: A Conversation with Alka Bromiley
October 05, 2023 19:47 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn 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 ...
Episode 118 - Empowering Lives Through Laughter and Resilience: A Conversation with Alka Bromiley
October 05, 2023 19:47 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn 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 ...
Unveiling the Unspoken: A Candid Conversation on Race (with Andre' Thomas and Todd Levinson)
September 26, 2023 17:39 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBIn 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, hon...
Episode 117 - Unveiling the Unspoken: A Candid Conversation on Race (with Andre' Thomas and Todd Levinson)
September 26, 2023 17:39 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBIn 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, hon...
Episode 116 - Mastering Stress and Thriving in Your Career with Ruvi Makuni
September 24, 2023 13:58 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn 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 Coach...
Mastering Stress and Thriving in Your Career with Ruvi Makuni
September 24, 2023 13:58 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn 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 Coach...
Journey to Cybersecurity Excellence with Kenneth Ellington
September 23, 2023 13:51 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn 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 s...
Episode 115 - Journey to Cybersecurity Excellence with Kenneth Ellington
September 23, 2023 13:51 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn 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 s...
Career Blueprint: Thriving in Cybersecurity with Devin Price
September 21, 2023 11:47 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBIn 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 organizatio...
Episode 114 - Career Blueprint: Thriving in Cybersecurity with Devin Price
September 21, 2023 11:47 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBIn 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 organizatio...
Success Beyond Degrees: Ken Rusk's Blueprint for Achievement
September 19, 2023 15:32 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBIn 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 a...
Episode 113 - Success Beyond Degrees: Ken Rusk's Blueprint for Achievement
September 19, 2023 15:32 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBIn 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 a...
Episode 112 - Mindset Is Everything: Overcoming the Unimaginable (with Michael Unbroken)
September 19, 2023 00:57 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn 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 cultivat...
Mindset Is Everything: Overcoming the Unimaginable (with Michael Unbroken)
September 19, 2023 00:57 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn 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 cultivat...
Navigating Career Transitions, International Relocations, and Business with Ramy Eissa
September 18, 2023 13:29 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn 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...
LinkedIn Unveiled: Mastering the Art of Online Career Development (with Lynne Williams)
September 17, 2023 21:17 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn 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 ht...
Career Reinvention: Thriving in the 2nd Half of Life with Marc Miller
September 12, 2023 00:25 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIn 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...
Bridging Leadership, Culture, and Communication: A Conversation with Jennifer Hart
September 10, 2023 15:58 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBIn 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...
Unleashing Potential: Conversations with Shayna Bergman on Authentic Leadership
August 29, 2023 13:04 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIn 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 r...
Scaling Success: Dave Phelan's Path from Startup Founder to Builder
August 28, 2023 15:43 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIn 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 ...
The Art of Business Optimization: Insights from Crista Grasso
August 27, 2023 21:49 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn 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 ...
Navigating the Intersection of Finance, Leadership, and Positive Impact (with Jennifer Simpson)
August 27, 2023 13:07 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn 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 effor...
Empowering Career Transformation: Erin Duffy's Approach to Personal Branding
August 18, 2023 21:50 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBIn 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 develo...
Recruiting Across Industries: Lessons from a Veteran Talent Director
August 18, 2023 13:49 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBIn 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 ...
Navigating Career and Life Goals: A Conversation with Millree Williams
August 12, 2023 14:38 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn 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, storytell...
Fostering Belonging: a Mission to Create Healthy Organizational Cultures (with Randy Lioz)
July 27, 2023 11:44 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn 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, foc...
Building Bridges and Dreams: Discovering 'The Passion Blueprint' (with Mustafa Ammar)
July 27, 2023 11:30 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIn 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...
Embracing Differences: A Journey into Workplace Inclusion (with Michelle S. Gollapalli)
July 20, 2023 12:55 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBIn 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...
The lost art of professional courtesy
July 09, 2023 13:56 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MBIn 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 worth reviving in today's competitive landscape. We'll uncover the various aspects of professional courtesy...
Breaking into a new industry
July 09, 2023 13:54 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBWhether 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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support
The Importance of Clarifying Goals with Your Manager
June 20, 2023 13:24 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBIn 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 their achievements during performance evaluations. This episode aims to emphasize the importance of cla...