The 1% Shift with Niyi

What happens when you achieve the life you were supposed to want, but it still doesn’t feel right?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Shante Alexander, an organizational psychologist, executive coach, speaker, and author of The Emotional Cost of Clarity. We explore the hidden emotional cost of success, identity, ambition, burnout, and the pressure to always be “the strong one.”

Shante shares how the very patterns that help high achievers succeed can sometimes leave them exhausted, disconnected, or stuck—and how greater clarity can help us build a life that feels more aligned.

Why do we keep putting off the things we know will improve our lives?

In this thought-provoking episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, Niyi sits down with Billy Seol—Buddhist life coach, former software engineer at Apple, Disney, and Foursquare, and creator of the Karmic Formula System.

After leaving a successful career in tech to study under Buddhist monks, Billy developed a unique framework that explains why people struggle with procrastination, shame, overthinking, and lasting change. Combining behavioral psychology, Buddhist wisdom, and practical formulas, he helps people identify what’s really keeping them stuck—and how to move forward.

Learn more about Billy and the Karmic Formula System:

https://billyseol.com/

In this episode, we discuss:

* Why procrastination follows a predictable pattern

* The hidden reason knowledge doesn’t create change

* Escaping shame and self-blame

* Buddhist principles for everyday life

* Small actions that create lasting transformation

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Colin Corby, TEDx speaker, technology wellbeing coach, and creator of The Digital Detox Coach. We explore how technology is affecting our focus, health, relationships, and sense of identity—and the small changes we can make to build a healthier relationship with our devices.

Colin shares lessons from over 30 years in technology and his experience as an endurance athlete, offering practical ways to reclaim our attention, disconnect from digital distractions, and reconnect with what truly matters.

Why do so many strong marriages struggle—not because of a lack of love, but because of outside pressure?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Pesa Shayo, author and co-founder of Live Your Best Marriage, to explore how couples can navigate in-law pressure, cultural differences, loyalty conflicts, and communication challenges without turning against each other.

Drawing from his own cross-cultural marriage and years of working with Christian couples, Pesa shares practical, faith-based strategies for building a marriage that stands united through every season.

How do you measure something that seems impossible to measure—like student engagement, empowerment, satisfaction, or mental health?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Alioto, a social psychologist, author, TEDx speaker, and measurement expert who has spent more than 25 years helping schools turn complex ideas and data into clear, actionable strategies.

Dr. Alioto explains why defining the right question often matters more than collecting more data, how schools can make better decisions through measurement, and why even the most abstract concepts can become measurable when we know what to look for.

Learn more and access Nicole’s resources at http://www.youcanmeasureanything.com.

What if a major life transition isn’t the end of something, but an invitation to rediscover yourself?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Susan Hensley, transformational coach, speaker, and author of Art for Your Sanity: How Art Journaling Can Help You Manage Chaos and Unleash Joy.

After decades as a corporate executive and leadership coach, Susan discovered art journaling during a stressful season of her life—and found an unexpected tool for creativity, self-discovery, and navigating change.

Together, we explore how small creative practices can help us manage uncertainty, reconnect with ourselves, and find more joy and purpose in everyday life.Susan, for listeners who want to explore art journaling, learn more about your work, or get a copy of Art for Your Sanity, where can they connect with you?”

Susan’s website: susan-hensley.com

Listeners can also access her free art-journaling tips and learn more about her Artful Transitions course.

What does it take to rebuild your life after experiences that completely change you?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with author Angel Willard to talk about her powerful journey through trauma, survival, motherhood, loss, chronic pain, incarceration, and healing.

Through her memoir Fighting to Come Home, Angel shares what she has learned about accountability, resilience, breaking painful cycles, and finding the courage to begin again. This is a conversation about more than surviving—it’s about finding your way back to yourself.

Dyslexia can turn reading into a daily source of frustration for children and their families—but the right approach can make a meaningful difference.

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Russell Van Brocklen, the Dyslexia Professor, to explore why some reading strategies fail struggling learners and what parents can do differently.

Russell shares practical insights on structured literacy, multisensory learning, building confidence, and helping children make steady academic progress without turning reading into a battle.

What does it really take to stay grounded when life, leadership, and relationships put you under pressure?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, Michael Ostrolenk shares practical insights on resilience, disciplined presence, emotional regulation, leadership, and relationship mastery. Drawing from decades of work in psychology, high-performance coaching, and resilience training, Michael explores how we can become stronger without simply becoming harder.

What happens when difficult questions about faith become opportunities to think deeper and understand God differently?

In this episode of The 1% Shift with Niyi, we sit down with Dr. Gerald Robison, affectionately known as Dr. G—a pastor, teacher, speaker, and award-winning author who has spent decades helping people understand difficult Christian concepts in simple, practical, and often humorous ways.

From pastoring across three continents and training Bible teachers in more than 25 countries to navigating his own battle with tongue cancer, Dr. G brings a unique perspective on faith, suffering, purpose, doubt, and discovering genuine joy.

“Dr. G, for listeners who want to explore your books, teachings, and resources or learn more about your work, where should they go?”

Website: geraldrobison.com