The Momentum Shift

Featuring Host C. Eric Collier “The Mayor of Motivation” & Guest Andrew Hurteau Some people spend their lives learning how to take the stage. Andrew Hurteau has spent 40 years teaching people how to own it. In this powerful episode of the Momentum Shift Podcast & Radio Show, Eric Collier sits down with Andrew Hurteau — actor, Shakespearean performer, master storyteller, and one of the most sought‑after communication coaches in the country. Andrew has spent decades helping speakers, leaders, and professionals close the gap between the wisdom they possess and the wisdom they can deliver when the spotlight hits. From choreographing “completely‑safe‑yet‑totally‑harrowing” broadsword fights to coaching executives at Meta, Dolby, Gartner, North Face, Kaiser Permanente, and Samsara, Andrew has lived a life dedicated to performance, presence, and transformation. As he says in the interview: “We all carry an enormous amount of insight and story… but in the moment we get in front of an audience, we don’t always show up as the person we want to be.” This episode dives deep into that gap — and how to eliminate it. 🔥 Inside This Episode: > Authenticity — Why leaders crave it, but scripts often kill it > Presence — How to show up as your best self when it matters most > Storytelling — Why stories move people more than information ever will > Leadership Communication — How to motivate teams so deeply they start texting their own teams before leaving the room > Overcoming Mental Quicksand — How to stop spiraling and start connecting > Audience Connection — Why delivery matters more than accuracy > Career Shifts — How Andrew made his own momentum shift from theater to coaching high‑stakes professionals Andrew shares unforgettable stories — including the executive who transformed a dry regulatory presentation into a powerful leadership moment simply by learning to tell the right story. “This year I felt like a leader… not a traffic cop.” This episode is a masterclass in communication, confidence, and showing up when it counts. Whether you’re preparing for a keynote, leading a team, or stepping into a new chapter of your life, Andrew’s insights will help you grab the spotlight instead of shrinking from it. 🎧 Tune in and shift your momentum. Your voice matters. Your story matters. And today’s episode will help you deliver both with power, precision, and authenticity. Get inspired. Get moving. Get results. Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

She almost quit after her first 10 clients… But on client #11, everything changed. In this week’s Momentum Shift Podcast, Founder & Master PMU Artist Tanny Diep shares the emotional moment that revealed her calling — a life‑changing transformation for a woman battling trichotillomania — and how that breakthrough ignited a global movement in beauty, confidence, and entrepreneurship. From fear and imposter syndrome to building Sway Brows into a seven‑figure brand, Tanny’s story is a masterclass in resilience, alignment, and trusting the shift. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next move… this episode will remind you that momentum starts the moment you decide to move. 🎧 Listen now and shift your momentum.  Featuring C. Eric Collier — The Mayor of Motivation  Special Guest: Tanny Diep, CEO of Sway Brows ✨ Key moments you’ll hear: The emotional breakthrough with her 11th client How she pivoted from fashion to PMU The mindset practices that changed her life Building a seven‑figure brand from a 100‑sq‑ft studio Why consistency is the real secret to success Tap in. Take notes. Shift forward. Your next level is waiting. 🎧 The Momentum Shift Podcast & Radio Show Hosted by C. Eric Collier "The Mayor of Motivation" Get inspired. Get moving. Get results. Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

When momentum meets mastery, transformation follows — and in this episode, C. Eric Collier sits down with Silicon Valley powerhouse Dr. Mitchell Levy for a conversation that will challenge how leaders think, act, and rise. Dr. Levy has built 20 companies, launched four publishing firms, and served as Chairman of the Board for a NASDAQ‑listed company. But what makes this interview electric isn’t just his résumé — it’s the raw, real momentum shifts that shaped his journey. From riding the explosive wave of the dot‑com boom — “If you could spell the word e‑commerce, you have a job…” — to watching his business collapse overnight during the dot‑bomb crash, Mitchell reveals how he rebuilt, reinvented, and re‑emerged with clarity and purpose. You’ll hear how serendipity, courage, and saying yes at the right moments opened doors he never expected — including the opportunity that led him to create one of the world’s first university‑level e‑commerce management programs, generating over $2 million in revenue. But the heart of this episode is Mitchell’s groundbreaking work on credibility, clarity, and Executive Abundance™. He breaks down: Why credibility is built on being trusted, known, and liked — and why integrity appears twice in his research-backed definition How interviewing 500 thought leaders reshaped his understanding of leadership Why 98% of people and companies lack true clarity How your CPoP (Customer Point of Possibilities) — distilled into 3–9 words — becomes your leadership North Star The moment a colleague told him, “I don’t know anyone who knows clarity the way you do,” sparking the creation of Executive Abundance™ This episode is packed with insight, storytelling, and momentum-shifting wisdom — from navigating career transitions to recognizing serendipity, overcoming setbacks, and stepping boldly into purpose. If you’re a leader ready to elevate your clarity, credibility, and impact, this conversation will move you. Tune in. Your momentum is about to shift. 🎧 The Momentum Shift Podcast & Radio Show Hosted by C. Eric Collier "The Mayor of Motivation" Get inspired. Get moving. Get results. Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

When frustration becomes fuel… when a broken system becomes the spark… when survival turns into strategy—momentum shifts. And in this electrifying episode, you’ll hear exactly how Eddie Yi transformed pressure, pain points, and pandemic‑era chaos into a multi‑company empire built on innovation, psychology, and relentless execution. Eddie’s journey from a 23‑year‑old Executive Director in a Los Angeles healthcare facility to the founder of multiple high‑impact companies reveals what happens when you stop waiting for permission and start building solutions. As he shares in the interview, “I hated doing HR… so I built a company so I’d never have to do it again.” This episode is crafted for high‑achievers, leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who feels stuck in a system that isn’t serving them. If you’ve been sensing that gap between what is and what should be then this conversation shows you how to answer it. 🔥 What You’ll Experience in This Episode > Momentum Mindset: How Eddie turned frustration into fuel and built before he felt ready > Operational Mastery: Lessons from managing 25 staff across 8 departments at age 23 > Entrepreneurial Breakthroughs: The moment he shifted from employee to empire‑builder > AI‑Driven Growth: How automation, analytics, and proprietary tools make businesses non‑replaceable > Burnout Prevention: Eddie’s measurable approach to stress, health, and sustainable performance > Business Psychology: How his Ph.D. training helps diagnose and fix dysfunctional organizations ⚡ Why High‑Achievers Will Love This Episode Eddie speaks the language of builders, the ones who see broken systems and feel called to fix them. He breaks down: * How to identify gaps in your industry * How to turn pain points into profitable ventures * How to scale without burning out * How to stay irreplaceable in an AI‑powered world * How to lead teams with clarity, structure, and measurable habits His story proves that momentum isn’t magic, it’s method, mindset, and movement. 🎧 The Heart of the Conversation One of the most powerful moments comes when Eddie explains how survival became his motivator: “If I don’t do more, I’m not going to be able to survive. That became a mission for me.” From staffing 4,000 people during the pandemic to pioneering AI‑powered SEO strategies, Eddie shows listeners how to rise up, rebuild, and redefine what’s possible no matter where they’re starting. 🚀 This Episode Is For You If… - You’re a leader who feels stuck - You’re an entrepreneur ready for your next level - You’re a high‑achiever craving clarity, structure, and momentum - You want to build systems that scale - You’re tired of waiting and ready to take your shot 🎙️ Tune In & Shift Your Momentum This is more than an interview it’s a blueprint for building, scaling, and sustaining success in a world that’s changing fast. 🎧 The Momentum Shift Podcast & Radio Show Hosted by C. Eric Collier "The Mayor of Motivation" Get inspired. Get moving. Get results. Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25

Some leaders rise because the world lifts them. Others rise because the world shifts beneath their feet — and they refuse to fall. This week on The Momentum Shift, C. Eric Collier sits down with a man forged in disruption, anchored in purpose, and built for the kind of leadership most people never prepare for: Troy James — Founder & CEO of Velora, creator of the Pathfinder Method, Harvard‑Certified Executive Leadership Coach, and architect of the ALL.IN. movement that touched 145,000 lives across 83 cities. But Troy’s story didn’t begin in boardrooms or global strategy sessions. It began in Sunset, Louisiana, in a home shaped by service, resilience, and the belief that purpose is something you live, not something you earn. As he tells Eric in the interview: “We all have a God‑given purpose… inner‑led and outer‑activated.” (AttachedDocument) For 21 years inside Starbucks, Troy rose through the ranks, shaped culture, and built community impact at a scale few leaders ever touch. But when the world shifted — pandemics, layoffs, racial tension, and institutional disruption — Troy discovered the question that would redefine his life: Who are you when the role isn’t holding the answer? In this powerful, soul‑level conversation, Eric and Troy dive into: 🎥 The Origin Story Growing up in a segregated town, watching his father become the first Black mayor, and learning early that service isn’t a job — it’s a calling. “I grew up at the feet of people who did a lot of intentional work.” ~Troy James, CEO Velora 🎥 The Starbucks Years From store manager to global strategist — and the moment he realized that systems don’t change people… people change systems. 🎥 The ALL.IN. Movement How a vision born in the chaos of 2020 became a national force for empowerment, dignity, and community healing. 🎥 The Identity Collision Why high performers lose themselves in roles, titles, and expectations — and how the Pathfinder Method helps leaders reclaim the ground that can’t be taken. 🎥 Faith at the Intersections The book that emerged when Troy finally stopped hustling for a check and started listening to the whisper inside. “It was all good just a week ago… then life hit. And God was teaching me something about myself.” 🎥 Becoming Unshakeable How to live from purpose instead of performance, build courage in the becoming, and walk into rooms ready to change them — not be changed by them. 🔥 WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS Because the rules of leadership are changing. Because the ground is shifting. Because titles are temporary — but identity is eternal. And because, as Troy says: “You can be interrupted. You can’t be erased.”  This episode isn’t just motivation. It’s a recalibration. A blueprint. A reminder that the next version of you is already calling — and it’s time to answer. 🎧 The Momentum Shift Podcast & Radio Show Hosted by C. Eric Collier — The Mayor of Motivation  New Episode Drops This Week Get inspired. Get moving. Get results. Connect with C. Eric Collier: - Website: cericcollier.com - LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/ - Email: [email protected] { DISCOUNT FOR YOU! } As a special thank you to you the listeners and community of The Momentum Shift Podcast and Radio Show, you can get a 10% discount on STAND+ Shoes by simply clicking this link: https://www.standshoes.com/MOMENTUMSHIFT25