Best Elena Armijo Podcasts (2024)

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Bryce Wuori - Co-founder and CEO of Pavewise 40:47

3d ago40:47

40:47

Send us a Text Message. Jason and Bryce talk about Bryce's pivot from a traditional family owned business to a software company, the opportunities and perils of running the company in a slow moving industry and why it's important to never accept the status quo. "I've always been the type of person wired to, when I see a problem, I want to find a so…

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Manali Yavatkar - Founder and CEO of Palm Labs 39:58

14d ago39:58

39:58

Send us a Text Message. My guest this week is Manali Yavatkar founder and CEO of Palm, a company revolutionizing how we handle food waste at home. We chat about sustainability, Manali's journey from tech engineer to founder and the challenges associated with starting a business, no matter the industry. "We're not just designing products; we're crea…

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Leslie Danford - Founder and CEO of Vitaminis 43:02

21d ago43:02

43:02

Send us a Text Message. Leslie Danford, founder of Vitaminis, shares her entrepreneurial journey from working in corporate environments to launching her own wellness company during a global pandemic. Leslie discusses the challenges of creating a health-focused business, balancing family life, and the insights gained from her experience in the consu…

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053: The Power of Authenticity: Building Trust and Credibility in Business with Antoni Mendezona and Max Potter 34:11

1M ago34:11

34:11

In this thought-provoking episode, Elena speaks with Antoni Mendezona and Max Potter, the co-founders of Digitelle, a digital marketing company for independent creatives and nonprofits in the performing arts. They delve into the importance of authenticity in business and highlight the numerous benefits of authenticity in business, such as building …

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052: The Power of Somatic Wisdom in Leadership 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

In this podcast episode, Elena Armijo speaks with Carolyn Swora, a leadership consultant, team coach, and author, about her journey into coaching and her focus on social justice and trauma-informed leadership. Carolyn shares her passion for working with leaders and organizations committed to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, highlig…

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Sheila Wilkinson - A Conversation About Expectations 1:07:16

3M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Send us a Text Message. Sheila is back! Sheila Wilkinson, a seasoned coach, author, and licensed clinical social worker, dives deep into the psychological and social dynamics of expectations. Sheila and Jason unpack the impacts these invisible forces have on our personal and professional lives. "When we expect of others what we expect of ourselves,…

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Thomas Renner aka Rennergy 40:02

3M ago40:02

40:02

Send us a Text Message. The incredible Thomas Renner joins the show to talk about his journey as a high end fitness and cycling coach to running his own successful coaching practice, his early realization about his sexuality and how that impacted his childhood and the power of community. "I'm a jack of all trades and a master of none, and I used to…

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Jeremy Parker - Founder of Swag.com, Dad, Award Winning Filmmaker 46:13

3M ago46:13

46:13

Send us a Text Message. Jason and Jeremy dive deep into the fascinating journey of Jeremy Parker , the co-founder and former CEO of Swag.com, and now the founder of Swagspace. Jeremy shares his incredible story, from winning a prestigious film festival to pivoting into entrepreneurship, and eventually building a multimillion-dollar business in the …

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Matt Krayton - Founder and Principal of Publitics 54:45

4M ago54:45

54:45

Send us a Text Message. I sit down with Matt Krayton, founder and principal of Publitics, a leading public relations firm specializing in business, political, and government PR strategy. We explore his remarkable journey from an aspiring high school teacher to a leading political consultant. Discover how the 2008 financial crisis reshaped Matt’s ca…

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Elena Armijo Part 2 - A conversation about inclusivity in the workplace and society 42:52

4M ago42:52

42:52

Send us a Text Message. This is part 2 of a conversation with Elena Armijo, where we dive deep into the often-overlooked impacts of inclusivity and belonging in the workplace and society. "We're not aware of the impact that not being inclusive has for us as a society. " Elena Armijo, Master Certified Coach (MCC), Founder and CEO of The C-Suite Coll…

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051: Breaking Free from Masculine Norms: Creating a World of Validation and Emotional Expression 41:45

4M ago41:45

41:45

In this episode, Elena Armijo and Jason Frazell dive deep into the concept of blind spots and how they affect our daily lives. Blind spots are not just limited to driving situations, but exist in all aspects of our lives, including communication, decision-making, and self-awareness. By understanding the psychological mechanisms behind blind spots, …

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Elena Armijo Pt 1 - Founder and CEO of the C Suite Collective, Executive Coach, Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, Dog Mom 42:43

4M ago42:43

42:43

Send us a Text Message. Elena joins the podcast for the first in a two part conversation where she shares her journey from the world of professional opera to coaching and founding her own business. Elena and Jason talk about the power of inclusion and the impact that it has on all of us. "The goal is to see what you in this seat can bring to the ta…

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Amanda Baudier - How to Unlock Joy in Life and Work 44:30

5M ago44:30

44:30

Send us a Text Message. Jason sits down with Amanda Baudier, who journeyed from New York City's nightlife scene to embracing a life centered around mindfulness, health, and well-being. Amanda shares the tale of how a heart condition at 28 became the catalyst for a personal and professional transformation. "It's not just about surviving; it's about …

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Julie Perkins - Founder of Wyseminds 47:54

5M ago47:54

47:54

Send us a Text Message. Jason sits down with Julie Perkins to talk about her journey from being raised in a family owned business to going out on her own, why women need a lot of support when they are starting a business and the health event that changed her outlook on life. "There's only one great way of growing business, and that's your way of gr…

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Mark Atkeson - International business leader, entrepreneur, investor, author, expert on doing business in China 39:16

5M ago39:16

39:16

Send us a Text Message. Jason chats with Mark Atkeson, who shares the ins and outs of his 30-year journey doing business in China, covering everything from the massive economic changes to the nitty-gritty of Chinese entrepreneurship and innovation. Mark dives into the misconceptions about China, his personal experiences across various sectors, and …

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050: Empowering Artists to Speak Up: The Role of Collective Action 35:30

5M ago35:30

35:30

In this episode, Elena Armijo interviews Ned Hanlon, the president of AGMA (American Guild of Musical Artists) union, about leadership and the future of the arts industry. Ned shares his journey to union leadership, starting with his involvement in negotiating his contract with the Metropolitan Opera. He found his calling in the legal and negotiati…

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Sean Osborn - Mindset Coach, Podcaster, Author 48:29

6M ago48:29

48:29

Send us a Text Message. Sean shares his journey from homelessness to a successful exit of his startup, the methodologies he uses to achieve maximum impact and the power of mentorship. "Once that switch hit, I knew my life was going to be the way I wanted it." - Sean Osborn "You've got to see outside of your current experiences to get where you want…

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Matt Gerlach - Helping entrepreneurs create unapologetically abundant lives 45:14

6M ago45:14

45:14

Send us a Text Message. Jason and Matt go deep on how Matt turned his battle with trauma into a story of triumph. From confronting childhood adversities to navigating the complexities of mental health in entrepreneurship, Matt shares his transformative journey, offering invaluable insights into resilience, growth, and the power of vulnerability. Ke…

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Adam Quiney returns! Executive Coach, Author, Plant Medicine Fan 50:46

6M ago50:46

50:46

Send us a Text Message. Jason sits down with Adam Quiney, a visionary leader and aficionado of plant medicine. Together, they embark on a journey through self-discovery, personal growth, and the transformative power of sacred plants. Adam shares his profound experiences and insights into the world of ayahuasca and psilocybin, offering listeners a u…

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Dr. Eugene Choi Part 2 - Executive State vs. Survival State 46:12

6M ago46:12

46:12

Send us a Text Message. Dr. Eugene K. Choi is back for part 2! Jason and Eugene dig in on the executive vs survival state, recognizing the key to high performance and how to know what state you are in. Key Insights: Executive vs. Survival State: Learn to identify when you're in survival mode and how to shift into your executive state for better out…

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049: Heart-Based Leadership: Developing Essential Skills for Tech Executives 34:01

6M ago34:01

34:01

In this episode, Elena speaks with Brittany Cotton, an innovative leader in professional coaching. Brittany is the Head of Coaching at 7CTOs and also runs her own executive coaching business called Coach EXE. She shares how she stumbled into coaching after finishing her master's degree and feeling uncertain about pursuing a PhD program. Brittany ta…

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Dr. Eugene K. Choi-Transformational Mindset Coach Part 1 48:50

7M ago48:50

48:50

Send us a Text Message. Eugene shares his profound insights from a 10-day silent meditation retreat, revealing how such experiences can significantly impact our understanding and management of the mind, ultimately enhancing our quality of life. Key Takeaways: The science behind training your brain for peak performance. Moving from survival mode to …

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Laura Johns-Founder and CEO at The Business Growers 55:44

7M ago55:44

55:44

Send us a Text Message. Laura and Jason riff on her experiences navigating the complex world of tech marketing, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and her unique approach to maintaining a work-life balance. Key Takeaways: The importance of aligning your team with core values like trust and balance. Strategies for effective decision-making in busin…

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048: From the Inside Out: Healing and Self-Acceptance for Effective Leadership 12:21

9M ago12:21

12:21

In this final episode of 2023, Elena Armijo reflects on the year at The C-Suite Collective, the executive coaching company she founded, discussing the importance of slowing down in order to go fast. As a fast-paced leader, Elena realized that taking the time to ensure people were on board and understood expectations was crucial. Throughout the year…

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Mike Brennan - Creator and Communicator Telling Stories on Pages and Stages 43:47

9M ago43:47

43:47

Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, hosts discuss the vital role of creativity and fun in both personal and professional contexts. Guest Mike Brennan, an accomplished visual artist and storyteller, suggests the act of creating shouldn't be seen as a reward, but as a part of the process itself. He highlights activities, such as doodling, l…

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Steven Matthew Clark is back! 59:51

9M ago59:51

59:51

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Stephen Matthew Clark, a repeat guest and incarcerated individual, shared his insights about the prison system and the disparities present. The host, Jason, facilitates a conversation about the common misconceptions about prison life primarily shaped by media depictions. Stephen delves into his experience li…

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Mark Lewis - Entreprenuer, Investor, Author, Co-Founder 46:20

9M ago46:20

46:20

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, entrepreneur, author, and co-founder Mark Lewis, delves into his passion for facilitating business success, his unique interview techniques, and his concerns about people's goal-setting capabilities. He shares his and his wife's project, creating a children's book series to teach important life values. Mark …

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047: A New Era of Co-Leadership 48:34

9M ago48:34

48:34

In this episode, Elena speaks with Nomsa Khalfani and Amy Moy, the co-CEOs of Essential Access Health, to discuss their unique approach to co-leadership and their vision for transforming organizational culture. Nomsa and Amy have a long history together, having worked side by side in senior leadership roles for the past 10 years. When the previous …

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Matt Carlson - CEO, ParentPresents.com 41:45

9M ago41:45

41:45

Send us a Text Message. Matt joins the show to talk about why just being yourself is the best way to be in business, shares some cool gift ideas for the holidays and what drives him to create a company that can create a last impacting and creating joy for others. Matt is the founder and CEO of Parentpresents.com, the leading gift recommendation ser…

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Kent Murawski - Coach, Author, Speaker 47:10

10M ago47:10

47:10

Send us a Text Message. Kent joins the show to talk about his journey from planting church and pastoring congregations, the moment when he literally found himself on the floor and unable to move forward because of burnout and Jason and Kent talk through the simple framework to have us create more wholeness in our lives. Kent believes true success c…

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Bebuo Christianne - Coach & Retreat Facilitator 39:15

10M ago39:15

39:15

Send us a Text Message. Bebuo joins the show to talk about how she creates exceptional experiences for her retreats, the ways of growing up that created who she wants to be in the world for others now and how to handle the tough crowd when facilitating an event. "It's all about your perspective." Bebuo Christianne Ewa is the owner of Christianne & …

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Cassandra Thompson - The Good, Bad and Ugly of Networking 40:24

10M ago40:24

40:24

Send us a Text Message. Cassandra is back! Fan favorite and returning guest Cass and Jason dig into the topic of networking. Tune in to hear some networking horror stories, actionable ways to make networking more systematic and fun and more. Cassandra Thompson is a globally recognized speaker whose work casting contestants for Wheel of Fortune, str…

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Tameka Vasquez - Founder, The Future Quo 46:42

11M ago46:42

46:42

Send us a Text Message. Tameka talks abot what it means to be a social futurist, how her diverse family origin has influenced what she cares about and Jason and Tameka dig in on tech for the sake of tech. Tameka Vasquez is a social futurist, foresight strategist, professor, and speaker. She is Founder & Principal of The Future Quo, an advisory that…

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Tom Frazier - CEO, Superdad, Dancer, Coin Flipper 53:38

12M ago53:38

53:38

Send us a Text Message. Tom joins Jason to talk about fatherhood, how leaving some things to chance makes for a much more fulfilling life experience and when he knew it was time to leave his executive role at a big company to take the entrepreneurial journey. "Love yourself, it all starts there." Tom Frazier, the co-founder and CEO of Redivider, bo…

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Danielle Hughes - Wordsmith, Badass, Cross Fitter 42:22

12M ago42:22

42:22

Send us a Text Message. Danielle is back! Fan favorite from season 1 joins Jason to catch up on what's changed since 2020, what's next for her in this stage of her life and they riff on personal branding. Danielle specializes in helping individuals and institutions develop their Genuine Personality Brand. She empowers her clients to take ownership …

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Sridhar Solur - CEO, Kenmore Brands at Transformco 41:05

12M ago41:05

41:05

Send us a Text Message. Jason sits down with Sri to talk about his early love of technology, what it takes to hold high level positions in large companies and the things that matter most to Sri when building his ideal team. Sri Solur is chief executive officer of brands for Kenmore at Transformco. An industry veteran with 25+ years of experience, S…

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046: The Legacy of Leadership 32:41

12M ago32:41

32:41

Today, Elena talks with Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel, speaker, and author, Oakland McCulloch, about principles that can transform your leadership and your team. Check out Elena’s website to learn more about how she can support you in seeing and using the power that resides within you. Listen to their conversation here! How can we continue to gro…

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Pema Sherpa and Brendan Barca - Speakers, Thought Leaders, Mindfulness Practioners, Wife and Husband 44:38

1y ago44:38

44:38

Send us a Text Message. Married couple and SPOILER ALERT, expecting parents Pema and Brendan join Jason for a conversation about working together as a married couple, how mindfulness influences everything they do and how someone from Tibet and someone from Boston end up together in Brooklyn. Pema Sherpa, mindfulness researcher, keynote speaker and …

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Steven Matthew Clark - Coach, Facilitator, Founder-Awakening Exchange, Incarcerated Experiencer 1:23:01

1y ago1:23:01

1:23:01

Send us a Text Message. In a first for the show, Jason sits down with Steven Matthew Clark, a coach, facilitator, the founder of Awakening Exchange and someone who is incarcerated in a maximum security prison in Maine on a 43 year murder conviction. Steven shares the power of forgiveness and love, the trauma from his younger days and the harrowing …

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045: Whole-listic Leadership & Healing 41:41

1y ago41:41

41:41

In this episode, Elena speaks with psychotherapist and coach, Claudine Chiarmonte, about leading holistically, living with integrity, and engaging in self-healing. Check out Elena’s website to learn more about how she can support you in seeing and using the power that resides within you. What does wholeheartedness mean as a leader? Being authentic …

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Melissa Ebken 43:05

1y ago43:05

43:05

Send us a Text Message. Connect with Jason If you enjoyed listening, then please take a second to rate the show on iTunes. Every podcaster will tell you that iTunes reviews drive listeners to our shows, so please let me know what you think and make sure you subscribe using your favorite podcast player. It means a lot to me and the guests. https://w…

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Andrew "Mo" Molina - Owner and Coach at Chispa 52:47

1y ago52:47

52:47

Send us a Text Message. Andrew shares his experience bringing acting skills into his coaching and facilitation work, where to find the best donuts in the world and where his life mimics the show "Barry". "Ask yourself, where are you surviving?" Andrew "Mo" Molina is a leadership coach and the owner of Chispa. He has trained and coached in the profe…

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Kristina Mand-Lakhiani - Author, "Becoming Flawesome", co-founder of Mindvalley 47:02

1y ago47:02

47:02

Send us a Text Message. Kristina shares her journey to founding Mindvalley, what's next in her life as she enters a new phase and what it means to embrace your flawesome. "Life is simple and deep, we make it shallow and complicated." Kristina Mand-Lakhiani is an international speaker, entrepreneur, artist, philanthropist, and mother of 2 kids. As a…

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Randi Goldstein Casey - Taking the taboo out of talking about death 41:17

1y ago41:17

41:17

Send us a Text Message. Randi and Jason dig into the funeral home industry and how many people are not set up for what's next regarding death. Randi shares the trials, tribulations and what makes it possible to maintain and thrive in a multi-generational family business. As part of a five-generation family in the funeral industry, Randi Goldstein-C…

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Ali Nichols - CEO and Co-Founder of Getaway 44:40

1y ago44:40

44:40

Send us a Text Message. Ali joins the show to talk about her transition from global consulting to that startup life, what we need to know about real estate investing with limited capital and how she somehow manages to run a company, get venture funding and plan a wedding. Ali Nichols is the Co-founder of Getaway, an innovative real estate product t…

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Ep. 44 It Starts with You: Leadership & Belonging 36:31

1y ago36:31

36:31

Today, Elena talks with coach and founder, Melanie Paez, about the C-Suite Collective Retreat, being an inclusive leader, and checking your prejudices at the door. Check out Elena’s website to learn more about how she can support you in seeing and using the power that resides within you. What does it mean to create an environment of belonging? We h…

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Bob Conlin - Author, Why My Relationships Suck 38:42

1y ago38:42

38:42

Send us a Text Message. Bob is back! Bob Conlin joins the show for a second time to talk about why our relationships suck, what led him to have to write his first book and what's next for him and his relationships. Bob Conlin is a men’s alchemist, coach, author, leader, husband, and father. Bob believes the relationships we have with ourselves, tho…

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Ep. 43 How to Lead Like a Mother & Grow Like a Leader 30:03

1y ago30:03

30:03

Elena speaks with the leader of TalentXponential, Andria Taylor. They discuss compassion and competence in leadership, creating a sustainable workforce, and more! Check out Elena’s website to learn more about how she can support you in seeing and using the power that resides within you. You know those times when we enter a difficult conversation an…

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Hamlet Tamazian - Founder of Tableful 42:43

1y ago42:43

42:43

Send us a Text Message. Hamlet joins the show to talk about the gap in the nightclub industry, what people really want out of their nightlife experience and what led him from a comfortable career to being a founder. Hamlet Tamazian is a seasoned full-stack web developer and the visionary behind Tableful. His academic journey at Pepperdine Universit…

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Kelly & Kat - Musical Duo 53:05

1y ago53:05

53:05

Send us a Text Message. The musical duo of Kelly and Kat join Jason on the show to talk music, what it was like to win a national singing competition and perform in front of millions of viewers and what's next around their various creative fronts. Kelly & Kat are sisters, singers, and songwriters from New York. They developed a love of music and pe…

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