In this Double Shot from my conversation with Adam McChesney, we talk about one of the most important truths in business today: people don't buy the logo — they buy you.

Adam shares how leaning into his personal brand transformed his business, attracted the right clients, and helped him stand out in a crowded industry. It's a quick, powerful reminder that authenticity is the most effective marketing strategy there is.

What if the best careers aren't found… they're built?

This week on No More Mondays Podcast, host Angie Callen is joined by Nikhil (Nik) Agharkar — tax attorney, wealth advisor, and fellow Carnegie Mellon University alum — who proves that even in structured, traditional industries like law and finance, you can design a career on your own terms.

Nik shares how he combined two highly regulated worlds into one purpose-driven practice, and how mindset, self-awareness, and a little "scientific philosophy" helped him rewrite his professional story.

In this episode:
• How to bridge law, finance, and creativity
• The difference between self-doubt and self-awareness
• The mindset that transforms failure into fuel
• The small daily habits that can change your life

Whether you're feeling boxed in by a traditional path or ready to design something new, this episode is proof that you can build the life and career you actually want.

Connect with Nikhil (Nik) Agharkar:
🌐 Crown Point Tax & Wealth Council
🌐 Shore Haven Wealth Partners
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nikhilagharkar

Follow Angie Callen:
🔗 linkedin.com/in/angiecallen
🌐 themoderncoach.co

In this Double Shot from my conversation with Susie Tomenchok, we explore what it really means to negotiate — and it's not just about deals or dollar signs. Susie reminds us that everything is a negotiation, from daily interactions with coworkers to the conversations we have at home.
When we shift our mindset from "winning" to simply connecting, negotiation becomes less about pressure and more about creating mutual understanding. It's a short, insightful reframe that makes every conversation an opportunity to build trust.

Collaboration is supposed to fuel innovation, but what if too much of it is actually slowing you down?

This week on No More Mondays, Angie Callen talks with Neelu Kaur, organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, and author of Be Your Own Cheerleader, about what she calls "the teamwork trap."

From endless meetings that drain creativity to the hidden dangers of consensus culture, Neelu shares why over-collaboration can quietly kill your best ideas — and how leaders can help their teams (and themselves) find their voice again.

💡 In this episode:

• The hidden cost of too many meetings

• Why teamwork doesn't always mean effectiveness

• How self-advocacy and authenticity create healthier collaboration

• The surprising power of pattern interrupters (like Neelu's mantra: "I don't think so.")

If you've ever felt stuck in meeting overload, unheard in a team setting, or unsure how to speak up without rocking the boat, this episode will help you find the balance between collaboration and courage.

🔗 Learn more about Neelu Kaur: https://www.neelukaur.com

🔗 Follow Neelu Kaur: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelukaur/

🔗 Follow Angie Callen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecallen

#leadership #communication #collaboration #authenticity #humansstillmatter

In this Double Shot from my conversation with Terry Weaver, we explore what he calls "The Spice Girl Rule" — a simple (and surprisingly fun) way to uncover what you really, really want.

Terry shares how asking the right questions can help us move from dreaming to doing, and why most people never actually start their thing. This short, high-energy clip is your reminder that clarity isn't complicated — it just takes honesty and a little action.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://nomoremondays.libsyn.com

Average communication costs us more than we think. Trust, opportunities, and connection...the list goes on.

In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Jason Raitz, founder of Speak With People, to explore how leaders and professionals can transform the way they communicate.

From building bridges instead of walls to turning curiosity into your biggest leadership advantage, this episode is your masterclass in human-first communication.

💬 What you'll learn:

• Why communication isn't just about being effective, it's about being human

• The difference between speaking with vs. at people

• How empathy and curiosity build stronger teams

• Why listening to understand creates better relationships and results

If you've ever wondered how to connect more authentically with your team, clients, or community — this one's for you.

🔗 Learn more about Speak With People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com
🔗 Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonraitz
🔗 Follow Angie Callen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecallen

#leadership #communication #authenticity #empathy #humansstillmatter

What if adversity didn't just test you but transformed you?

In this week's episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Diane M. Simard, business strategist, author, and mental health advocate, to talk about the unexpected clarity and purpose that can emerge from life's hardest seasons.

Diane's journey from corporate leadership to championing mental health reform reveals how challenge can become a catalyst for change—and how embracing vulnerability can lead to authentic impact.

💡 In this episode:

• How adversity can reveal hidden purpose

• Moving beyond "before" identities to define your next chapter

• The power of choosing growth over fear

• Why humanity and strategy belong together in leadership and life

If you've ever faced a crossroads and wondered how to rebuild, this conversation is your reminder that transformation often starts in the moments that shake us most.

🎧 Listen now for a grounded, empowering take on resilience, reinvention, and what it means to live with purpose.

#resilience #leadership #authenticity #growth #humansstillmatter

In this Double Shot from my conversation with Sebastian Rusk, we get a bold reminder to stop sitting on the sidelines and start sharing our ideas. Sebastian's famous line — "Podcasts suck if you don't have one" — isn't really just about podcasting. It's about showing up, putting your message into the world, and letting it reach the people who need it most.

Whether it's a podcast, a blog, or even a simple post, the world can't benefit from what we never share.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here.