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SHIFT with Elena Agar

Elena Agaragimova

Welcome to Shift with Elena Agar — The Career & Growth Lab I’m Elena — a talent development expert, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate. This podcast is where career strategy meets leadership, personal growth, and well-being. Each episode brings honest conversations with experts, thought leaders, and professionals across industries as we explore topics like: Each episode dives into topics like: Career development & leadership skills Workplace wellness &

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00:36:45

Episode 241 - Heal Trauma Now And The Tiny Habit That...

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2025/10/21

Today, Elena sits down with Dr. John A. King, founder of the Give Them a Voice Foundation and a passionate advocate for trauma recovery and anti-trafficking work. In this candid and deeply moving conversation, John opens up about his own journey—from surviving years of childhood abuse and discovering his true heritage, to nurturing relentless resilience and finding purpose in advocacy.John shares how a single, quiet moment among blooming daffodils unlocked a flood of childhood memories and

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00:38:32

Episode 240 - Is Customer Service Dead? Why AI Might...

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2025/10/06

In today’s episode, Elena sits down with Jonathan Shroyer, CEO and founder of Quimby, to explore the future of customer experience powered by AI and large language models. Jonathan shares his unique journey from growing up in rural Texas with a passion for technology, through pivotal roles at major companies like Microsoft and Postmates, to founding innovative startups focused on transforming customer service.The conversation dives into how customer expectations have shifted over the decades, why

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00:35:02

Episode 239 - Job Search is BROKEN! But This Simple...

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2025/10/06

In today’s episode, Elena sits down with Asher King Abramson, founder of Warmer Jobs, to tackle one of the toughest challenges facing job seekers: breaking through the noise of today’s job market. Asher shares his own winding journey from psychology major and accounting intern to bootcamp instructor, software engineer, and entrepreneur. He dives into why networking—and specifically, warm referrals—can make all the difference in landing your next role, especially when cold applications just aren’t

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00:36:24

Episode 238 - How This Man Turns Cold Emails into...

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2025/10/05

In this episode, Elena is joined once again by sales expert Brendan McAdams for a practical, deep-dive conversation perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their sales skills—especially startup founders and entrepreneurs. Brendan shares the story of his unconventional path into sales, how his English degree became a surprising asset, and the invaluable lessons he’s learned working with everyone from Fortune 500s to early-stage innovators.Together, Elena and Brendan break down why true curiosity and

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00:46:08

Episode 237 - Job Security Is a Myth: Are You...

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2025/09/16

In today’s episode, Elena sits down with career strategist and HR expert Kate Sargent for a candid and practical conversation about navigating career transitions in today’s fast-changing world. With a wealth of experience ranging from high-level talent acquisition at top brands like Allbirds and The North Face to building her own thriving HR consulting business, Kate brings a truly real-world perspective to the challenges—and opportunities—of changing lanes, industries, or even striking out on your

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00:42:17

Episode 236 - Why Personal Resilience Is Essential...

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2025/09/07

On this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast, host Elena welcomes Catharine Montgomery, founder of Better Together Agency, for an unfiltered conversation about resilience, career pivots, and the ongoing challenges of building a purpose-driven business. Catharine opens up about her journey from growing up in Alabama, launching her career at large PR agencies, and pursuing her passion for social impact—all while navigating the harsh realities of workplace racism, toxic organizational cultures,

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00:58:18

Episode 235 - How Authentic Connections Can...

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2025/08/26

Welcome back to the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In this episode, Elena sits down with trailblazing executive Jennifer Langton, known for her remarkable career spanning finance, technology, and sports leadership—including 14 years at the NFL.Jennifer opens up about her unconventional journey, from being the only girl on an all-boys lacrosse team to breaking barriers in male-dominated industries. She shares invaluable career advice, lessons from the field that shaped her leadership style, and

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00:45:09

Episode 234 - How Your Workplace Can Benefit from...

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2025/08/13

Welcome back to Shift with Elena Agar! In today’s episode, Elena sits down with the incredibly insightful Tasha Golden, who shares her fascinating journey from being a touring indie pop artist to becoming a behavioral scientist with a PhD in Public Health Sciences. Together, they dive into the power of creativity—not just in art, but as a vital mindset for navigating change, managing well-being, and finding meaning in our careers and everyday lives.Tasha opens up about how personal experiences with

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00:56:49

Episode 233- Why You Don’t Need to Stick to the...

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2025/08/06

Welcome back to the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In today’s episode, Elena sits down with Lidia Axe, a dynamic guest whose journey takes us from her early days in Moscow, working part-time at a beer company, to building a successful corporate career at PwC, and ultimately, venturing into entrepreneurship and coaching. Lidia shares candid stories about how chance encounters shaped her career, the challenges (and realities) of building a brick-and-mortar business while raising a family, and what it

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00:32:47

Episode 232 - Why should prioritize problem solving...

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2025/08/01

In today’s conversation, Elena sits down with Saad Bin Shafiq, a relentless serial entrepreneur whose journey takes us from a tiny Himalayan village in Pakistan to scaling companies, overcoming failures, and building innovative products in the heart of the tech world. Saad shares how he went from selling peanut butter sandwiches as a kid, to navigating scholarship life abroad, working every job imaginable, and ultimately founding Nodes.inc—a hiring platform that’s turning heads in the recruitment

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00:43:31

Episode 231 - Why Most Corporate Training Fails—and...

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2025/07/31

In this episode, Elena sits down with Matt Gjertsen, founder of Better Everyday Studios and former SpaceX learning and development leader—who also happens to be an Air Force veteran and pilot. Together, they dive into the world of talent and leadership development, exploring what really makes effective training stick in corporate environments (and why most companies are still getting it wrong!). Matt shares his unique journey from being a space-obsessed kid, piloting refueling jets, to shaping

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00:39:32

Episode 230 - How to Pivot Careers: Andy Lipshultz...

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2025/07/31

In this episode, Elena reconnects with Andy Lipshultz, a dynamic voiceover talent whose professional journey is anything but ordinary. Andy—who previously joined the podcast a couple of years ago—shares his experience navigating career changes across vastly different industries, from the music business and banking to technology and now, a thriving independent voiceover career having voiced commercials and corporate narration for partners like Google, Lego and Bridgestone alongside fun animation,

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00:34:29

Episode 229 - Elevating Individual Contributors: The...

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2025/07/28

Welcome to another episode of the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In today’s conversation, host Elena sits down with Andrew Barry, founder of Curious Lion, to dig into the evolving world of people, talent, and learning in the workplace. Andrew shares his journey from corporate life at KPMG in South Africa and the U.S. to the bold leap of starting his own company focused on transforming how individual contributors and leaders learn and grow. Together, Elena and Andrew explore the realities of

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00:32:00

Episode 228 - Why L&D Matters More Than Ever:...

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2025/07/14

Welcome back to the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In today’s episode, Elena sits down with Candice Mitchell, a powerhouse in the world of talent and learning development. Candice shares her unique journey into the L&D space, highlighting how she chose the field from the very beginning—unlike many who “fall into” the profession. With 18 years of experience building talent strategies across organizations of all sizes, Candice offers a behind-the-scenes look at how she helps companies create

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00:40:23

Episode 227 - Power of a Learn-It-All Mindset in Life...

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2025/07/08

Welcome back to another episode of Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! Today, Elena sits down with Damon Lembi, CEO of Learnit, to explore the art of personal reinvention and leadership through change. From living the dream as a Division 1 baseball star to weathering career-ending injuries and building a thirty-year legacy in the learning and development industry, Damon shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey.In this candid conversation, Elena and Damon discuss the power of having a “learn it

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00:37:33

Episode 226 - From Chaos to Calm: Mindset Shifts for...

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2025/07/08

Welcome back to Shift with Elena Agar! In today’s episode, Elena sits down with Dr. Michael Durnin—a dynamic leader whose journey spans college football coaching, higher education administration, and a deep commitment to mentoring others through life’s inevitable chaos. Together, they dive into the art of navigating challenges and setbacks, sharing practical strategies and personal stories that reveal how embracing chaos can actually make us stronger.You’ll hear Mike’s unique perspective on building

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00:31:12

Episode 225 - The High Cost of Neglected Mental...

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2025/06/26

Welcome back to Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In this episode, Elena sits down with Janelle Miller Moravek, an executive director, mental health advocate, and seasoned nonprofit leader who unexpectedly found her calling in the world of behavioral health. Together, they dive into the complexities of accessing mental health care, exploring why the behavioral healthcare system can be so fragmented and challenging to navigate compared to physical healthcare.Janelle shares her personal journey from

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00:42:43

Episode 224 - The Future of Work: Addressing Job...

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2025/06/24

On this episode of the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast, Elena welcomes Mariam Matin, an inspiring entrepreneur and the founder of Forward, for an in-depth conversation on the realities of today’s job market and the world of social impact careers. Mariam shares her personal journey from her early fascination with building things as a kid, to corporate roles in digital marketing and product management, and eventually to co-founding her own nonprofit, Second Day, aimed at guiding top talent toward

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00:40:59

Episode 223 - Career Agility and Human Skills:...

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2025/06/19

On this episode of Shift with Elena Agar, we welcome back Aysha Alawadhi for a powerful conversation about transformation in the people and HR space. It’s been over two years since Aysha ’s last appearance, and a lot has changed—both in her personal journey as a mom and in her approach to holistic wellbeing and talent development. Elena and Aysha dive into insights from the recent Unleash Conference in Vegas, where buzzwords like AI and the "future of work" took center stage, but the real

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00:44:44

Episode 222 - From Hollywood to Building a Company:...

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2025/06/16

Welcome back to the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast! In today’s episode, Elena sits down with Steven Puri—an accomplished entrepreneur whose career has taken him from engineering and Academy Award-winning film production to tech startups and, most recently, wellness innovation as the founder of the Sukha Company. Steven shares his unique journey from coding in his childhood, to producing special effects for blockbuster films like Independence Day, to leading at major Hollywood studios, and eventually

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