
SHIFT with Elena Agar
Welcome to Shift, where we help ambitious professionals create fulfilling careers and achieve peak performance. Through actionable insights, psychology-backed strategies, and inspiring conversations with industry experts, this podcast equips you with the tools to take ownership of your growth, transform your leadership, and unlock your potential. Each episode is designed to empower you with practical takeaways to elevate your career and life.
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Episode 208 - The Shocking Truth About Self-Acceptance: Are We Our Own Worst Enemy?
In this episode, we are joined by our special guest, Dr. Laura Gallaher, where she dives into the complexities of her journey in organizational psychology and the power of self-awareness and self-acceptance. In this episode, Laura shares her fascinating career path, from her academic pursuit of psychology to her impact

Episode 207 - The Power of Environment and Vision in Shaping Careers - With Jabari Young
In today's episode, we are thrilled to have the dynamic Jabari Young as a guest. We dive deep into the world of journalism and media, anchored by Jabari's compelling journey from the streets of North Philadelphia to the prestigious platforms of Forbes and CNBC. Throughout their engaging conversation, Jabari shares his

Episode 206 - Managers and the critical elements of trust, communication and a calm brain
In this episode, we are thrilled to have Alex Walker, an expert in leadership development, join us. Alex brings a unique approach to leadership, meeting clients at the intersection of need and novelty. In this episode, Alex shares her journey into the world of leadership coaching, starting from her early days as a resi
Today, we have an extraordinary guest joining us—Heather Moyes, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and a dynamic coach known for her unique path to athletic excellence. Believe it or not, Heather didn't start training for sports until she was 27, busting the myth that it's ever too late to chase your dreams. Heather shar
Welcome to another insightful episode, where we dive deep into transformative life experiences and conscious leadership. Today, Elena is joined by the remarkable Barbara, whose journey from a young caregiver for her HIV-positive mother to a medical anthropologist and neuroscience-based coach is nothing short of inspiri
Today, we're diving deep into the intricacies of decision-making, risk, and career development with our esteemed guest, Steve Mann. With an impressive track record in finance and a bold entrepreneurial spirit, Steve shares invaluable insights from his career journey—from commercial banking in Baltimore to strategic rol