The Six Secrets to Human Performance: Unlocking Your Team's Potential w/ Elena Agaragimova
The Step UP - Where Leaders, Talent Managers and Leadership Development pros find expert tips for Leadership excellence · 2026-02-03 · 45 min
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Elena Agaragimova is a global talent development expert, speaker, and Co-Founder of Shiftwell.ai—a human-centered performance and wellbeing platform. With over 15 years of experience spanning higher education, corporate learning, and entrepreneurship, Elena helps individuals and organizations unlock growth through practical, neuroscience-backed strategies. She’s passionate about building high-performing, soul-centered workplaces and preparing the next generation for the future of work. The future of leadership hinges on understanding how our nervous systems operate, especially for those in charge. We dive deep into the six essential elements that drive human performance: mindset, career, health, relationships, environment, and purpose. It's all about creating a vibe where leaders can thrive without burning out, because let’s be real, if you’re operating out of fear, you’re bound to blow things up at work. We chat with talent management expert Elena Agaragamova, who shares her insights on how organizations can cultivate a healthier work environment by checking in on these elements.