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Oct 9, 2025 • 37min

Comprehensive Wealth Planning & EOS® Lessons for Business Owners with Jim Silbernagel

✨ Beyond Wealth Management — Building Legacies That Last ✨In this insightful episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Jim from SG Advisors, who reveals how the best family offices go far beyond managing money—they orchestrate every part of your financial life like a championship team.Jim pulls back the curtain on what true comprehensive planning looks like and the mindset shifts driving long-term success:⚡ Why siloed advisors once cost a client major tax savings—and how collaboration fixed it⚙️ How EOS® transformed hiring, culture, and even helped his daughter thrive as an Integrator🚪 The tough leadership calls—like letting go of “popular” but unproductive employees🤖 Why AI may disrupt finance, but can never replace human trust💬 The real key: lasting wealth and legacy take more than spreadsheets—they require courage, clarity, and connection.🎧 Tune in to hear how Jim and SG Advisors help clients design legacies that outlast market cycles.👉 What’s one shift you’ve made in your business that’s paying off long-term?Podcast Guest:◾ Jim – SG Advisors | www.sgadvisor.net◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Oct 2, 2025 • 31min

💎 Leadership Gems You Didn’t Know You Needed with Angelique Piternella!

✨ From Focus & Balance → Leading Without Burning Out ✨In this episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Angélique, who brings the 🔥 with wisdom-packed metaphors on what it really takes to stay sharp, balanced, and effective as a leader—without burning out.She shares powerful insights every entrepreneur and executive needs to hear, including:👉 🦅 “Be laser-focused like an eagle.”👉 🐎 “Treat yourself like a million-dollar racehorse.”👉 ✨ “Yes—you really CAN have it all!”This conversation is equal parts wisdom and motivation—packed with memorable metaphors and practical mindset shifts. Tune in and walk away inspired to lead at your best.Inside this candid conversation:✅ Why leaders must prioritize focus and balance to sustain long-term success✅ How self-care is a strategic advantage, not a luxury✅ The daily mindset shifts that keep high performers at the top of their game💬 What’s YOUR favorite metaphor or mindset that keeps you sharp as a leader? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear it.🎧 Tune in now for a conversation that’s as practical as it is inspiring.Podcast Guest:◾ Angélique Piternella – Visionary | www.sharebusinessmanagement.nl◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Sep 30, 2025 • 22min

💡 From Founder to Investor: The Financial Roadmap Business Owners Overlook

✨ From Growth for Growth’s Sake → Building Real Enterprise Value ✨In this episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Rufus Cressend, a seasoned financial planner who, after 28 years in the field, has one mission for business owners: stop chasing growth for growth’s sake and start building true enterprise value.Rufus shares why so many entrepreneurs end up “rich on paper, cash poor in reality”—and the mindset shifts needed to turn a business into a wealth-building legacy.Inside this candid conversation:👉 How to spot wealth & income gaps when your assets are tied up in the business👉 Why visionary leaders need strong integrators to turn ideas into exits👉 The shift from technical founder → investor-entrepreneur👉 Why the best investment you’ll ever make is in the right people💬 If you’re building a business with an eye on legacy—or a profitable exit—this conversation is pure gold.🎧 Tune in and tag a business owner who needs to hear this wake-up call.Podcast Guest:◾ Rufus Cressend – Financial Planner | www.thebusinesscfp.com◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Sep 18, 2025 • 30min

Stop buying marketing activities. Start buying outcomes with Raj Kapur

✨ From Pandemic Pivot to Fractional CMO — Driving Full-Stack Results ✨In this must-listen episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Rajat Kapur, a Fractional CMO who helps middle-market brands achieve measurable growth without bloated retainers.Rajat shares how he turned post-pandemic uncertainty into actionable leadership strategies—and why accountability, metrics, and smart delegation are key to driving results.Inside this candid conversation:📈 How Rajat pivoted post-pandemic without panicking⚡ Using EOS® to eliminate complacency and focus on metrics that matter🤝 Balancing delegation with the “step in now” moments💡 Leveraging coaches, peer groups, and The Go-Giver mindset for sustainable growth💬 Plus: Rajat’s advice for brands still paying for activity instead of outcomes🎧 Tune in to hear how Rajat helps middle-market companies get real results—and tag someone who needs a wake-up call.Podcast Guest:◾ Rajat Kapur – Founder & CEO | www.and-marketing.com◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Sep 16, 2025 • 13min

Inside Success Local with Ryan Simmonds

✨ From Agency Owner to EOS Champion — A Story of Growth ✨In this energizing episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Ryan, who reveals how implementing EOS® reshaped his agency’s culture, strengthened his team, and set the stage for lasting success.From navigating the rise of AI to building authentic, long-term client relationships, Ryan shares why human expertise and trust will always drive real results in local marketing.🎧 Tune in to hear Ryan’s perspective on balancing innovation with human connection—and tag someone who’d be inspired by his journey.Podcast Guest:◾ Ryan Simmonds – Director/Integrator | www.successlocal.co.uk◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Sep 9, 2025 • 29min

From Chemical Plants to Courtrooms: Loyd’s Journey of Resilience, Law, and Leadership

✨ From Engineer to Attorney — A Journey of Resilience ✨In this eye-opening episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Loyd, whose path from chemical engineering to law was anything but typical.From navigating Hurricane Katrina to advocating for clients facing brain cancer insurance claims, Loyd shares the lessons that shaped his career—and why creativity, transparency, and doing the right thing always come first.Inside this candid conversation:⚖️ The shift from disability to personal injury law🌪️ How Katrina redirected his professional journey💡 Why creativity is essential in client advocacy👥 Leading a lean team while growing with purpose💬 Plus: Loyd’s philosophy on resilience, pivots, and building a values-driven business🎧 Tune in to hear how Loyd turned unexpected challenges into a meaningful career—and tag someone who’d be inspired by his story.Podcast Guest:◾ Loyd Bourgeois – Principal Attorney | Loyd J Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Aug 27, 2025 • 23min

🌿 In Deep Shift with Valerie Gangas ✨ Learn How to Build a Female-Led Vacation Rental Empire & 🏡✨

🔥 How Valerie Built a Soulful Vacation Rental Empire with EOS®What do self-help books, short-term rentals, and a powerhouse all-female leadership team have in common? Valerie.In this episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Valerie Gangas, founder of Juniper Holiday and Home and author of two transformation-focused books, to explore how she accidentally built a fast-growing vacation rental management company by mixing soulful leadership with serious business chops. With a team of 15 women running the show, EOS® as their operating system, and properties that feel like boutique hotels, Valerie shares how she scaled, systemized, and stayed spiritually aligned.In this candid, high-value conversation, we cover:🎯 How to lead with soul while growing a fast-paced business💼 The EOS® tools that create focus, alignment, and smooth operations🌟 Building a strong all-female team that thrives under shared vision📚 How Valerie integrates her author mindset into leadership and cultureIf you’ve ever wondered how to balance heart, strategy, and growth, Valerie’s story is a blueprint for doing it all with intention.Podcast Guest:◾ Valerie Gangas - Founder & CEO | Juniper Holiday and Home | www.juniperholidayandhome.com◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE: https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Aug 21, 2025 • 31min

🎨 Designing a Business with Heart: How Christi Scaled Her Creative Firm into a Place of Joy!

🎨 From Solo Designer to Business Visionary: Christi’s Journey on The Shift Spotlight™What happens when a creative visionary builds a booming business and stays true to her values? On this episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Christi Barbour, who grew her design practice from a one-woman show into a thriving team of 17 delivering commercial, luxury residential, and mixed-use projects.But this isn’t just about scaling bigger — it’s about scaling intentionally. Christi shares how she’s balancing creativity, leadership, and business growth without losing the heart that started it all.In this inspiring conversation, we cover:🚀 How EOS® gave her structure, accountability, and room to scale🧭 The emotional (and strategic) realities of succession planning💚 Why building a “heart of house” 💚 team transformed her culture🎨 How she’s keeping creativity alive inside a serious business machineIf you’re a creative, a leader, or just someone striving to grow without selling your soul, this episode will give you both wisdom and fuel for the journey.Podcast Guest:◾ Christi – Founder & CEO | www.barbourspangle.com◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Aug 12, 2025 • 28min

Prescription for a Turnaround (in your business) with Leonard Lynskey

🔥 How Leonard Lynskey Turned a Business Crash into a Comeback with EOS®On this episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Leonard Lynskey — pharmacist-turned-EOS® Implementer and the guide behind some of today’s most remarkable business turnarounds.After scaling his own business at lightning speed, Leonard hit a wall. The crash was hard, but it became the catalyst for transformation. Enter EOS® — the system that helped him rebuild with clarity, accountability, and the kind of balance most entrepreneurs only dream about.In this candid, high-value conversation, we cover:🎯 The EOS® tools that bring focus, alignment, and real results💰 Why “whack-a-mole” management is more costly than you think — and how EOS® stops the chaos🤝 How leaders can move from blame to trust and build teams that actually thriveIf you’ve ever felt reactive, stuck, or on the edge of burnout, Leonard’s story is proof that structure and mindset can completely change the game.Podcast Guest:◾ Leonard Lynskey – EOS® Implementer | eosworldwide.com/leonard-lynskey◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast
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Aug 5, 2025 • 25min

Let Go to Grow: PR Secrets, Burnout Battles & Barrie’s Rise

🔥 How Barrie Cohen Left Burnout Behind—and Built a PR Agency That Actually Gets ResultsOn this episode of The Shift Spotlight™, we sit down with Barrie Cohen—scuba diver, founder of Barrie Cohen PR, and the strategist behind some of today’s most visible brands.After walking away from a toxic job, Barrie didn’t just start a business—she redefined what modern PR looks like. Think less press releases, more real relationships, smart strategy, and turning podcasts into visibility powerhouses.In this honest, high-impact conversation, we cover:🎯 Why most people misunderstand PR—and what actually works now🌍 The freedom (and friction) of running a fully remote, women-led team across time zones🧠 The mindset shift that nearly broke her—and what she learned from it🎙️ How to turn podcast guest spots into weeks of content and real ROI🚫 The visibility mistakes that keep founders stuck—and how to stop playing smallWhether you’re leading a team, building a brand, or tired of shouting into the void—Barrie’s approach to PR might just change how you show up.Podcast Guest:◾ Barrie Cohen – Founder, Barrie Cohen Public Relations◾ Hosted by Winter Paskins | www.shiftspotlight.comWe’re always looking for inspiring guests. ➡️ www.ShiftSpotlight.com ⬅️The Shift Spotlight Podcast is a GCE Strategic Consulting production.💼 Ready to level up your leadership team with expert support? Explore our fractional EOS® integrator and executive services at www.gcestrategicconsulting.com.🎙️ Think you’d be a great guest? Apply HERE → https://gcestrategicconsulting.com/shift-spotlight-podcast

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