Episodes

What is the difference between a mentor and a coach? We look at that in this episode, and in our interview segment, we have Steven Friedman. At age 84 now, Steve is an executive coach and consultant who has had several professions.

Vibrant and passionate executive coach Juanita Molano Parra speaks with Elena Armijo about the double-edged sword of authenticity, creating a world of belonging and kindness, and expressing anger in a positive way.

Elena’s special guest this week is her childhood friend, Santino Jimenez. In this episode, you’ll learn how they were both shaped by their childhoods in Las Cruces, the lessons Santino has learned in his entertainment career, and why it’s vital...

Small Business Consultant and Certified Business Coach Robyn Koenig talks about how small business owners can simplify their lives and thrive in their businesses.

Do you ever feel lost or that you’ve forgotten who you are? Well, Business and Life Coach Aisha Crumbine is here to talk about how you can get clear on who you are, set boundaries, and embrace the journey so you can thrive!

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra conductor and music director John Gennaro Devlin joins Elena Armijo to talk about living in light of your values, the importance of relationships when you’re creating change, how to create a bridge between the artistic,...

On The Collective Corner, Elena speaks with coaches Melanie Paez and Liz Haber Zambrano about being Latin American women and creating thriving coaching businesses.

In her Weekly Coaching Tip, Elena advises to ask yourself, “What do I need right now?” In her interview segment, Elena talks with passionate mama, opportunity creator, and beautiful gem, Michelle Mercier.

As we navigate life, it’s easy to forget our dreams or to give up on dreaming altogether. Tynan Davis encourages us to dream bigger, remember who we are, and live with joy. Elena provides tips for how you can remember your dreams, create new ones, and live in light of possibility, rather than fear.

On the second segment of The Collective Corner, Elena is joined by the beautiful Bebuo Ewa and Hillary Hittner. Bebuo’s name means “persevere,” which is exactly what she has done and what she is passionate about helping others do by engaging in transformational leadership. Hillary is an inclusive leader who is committed to creating an empathetic space so that everyone can be courageous and own their leadership.

In this episode discover how to create a culture of diversity and belonging feat. Richie Kendall. Elena's coaching tip: create a space of support, love, and forward movement.

We introduce our new segment of the podcast, The Collective Corner. We talk with coaches Stephanie River and Sebastian Little about the importance of relationships, vulnerability, and slowing down.

What if this experience is the perfect one? Instead of trying to control and manage everything, what if you allow yourself to look at this moment with an abundance mindset?

In her Weekly Coaching Tip, Elena provides three tips for how you can access your creativity. In her interview, Elena speaks with Bethania Baray-Harrison.

In her Weekly Coaching Tip, Elena shares a simple, yet powerful leadership insight from Lebron James that you can use to clarify your emotional state. In her interview, Elena talks with director, choreographer, performer, and artistic director of ALMA NYC, Zanza Steinberg.

Coaching Tip: Three steps to support you when you try something new.

What is your current relationship to creativity?

In her Weekly Coaching Tip, Elena shares an action plan so you can navigate your finances and be in a position to create generational wealth. In her interview segment, Elena speaks with entrepreneur and financial advisor extraordinaire, Gretchen Meyer, an amazing woman who decided to take action and achieve her own financial independence.

In her Weekly Coaching Tip, Elena Armijo encourages us to consider what your fear of change is keeping you from. In her interview, Elena talks with the incomparable Mila Henry. She is a music director, a pianist, a conductor, the artistic director of the American Opera Project, and a fabulous trailblazer. Through her artistic endeavors, she has been able to combine her love for music with her passion for innovation to maximize others’ impact and create a new future for opera. In this conversation, she and Elena discuss her musical journey and how music can be used to expose people to new ideas and experiences.

Is work-life balance a myth?

Coaching Tip: How to shift from a scarcity mindset, so we can have a more balanced outlook.

Coaching tip: people-pleasing

Where to start when we want to pivot in our careers.

Sometimes, we are our own worst enemies. In her Weekly Coaching Tip, Elena talks about how we can combat limiting beliefs. In her interview, Elena Armijo speaks with executive producer, creator, beautypreneur, and digital personality Africa Miranda. Africa’s grace, grit, and genuine spirit have taken her from working in the talent industry as an actress and model to owning a media and production company.