Life First: Transforming the Grind into Growth (Ft. Chirag Shah)

Episode Description:
In this episode, Kelly Robinson sits down with Chirag Shah of Chirag Shah Coaching to discuss his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a sought-after coach. Chirag shares valuable lessons on resilience, customer service, and the importance of relationships in business. Get ready for an engaging conversation filled with life lessons and actionable insights for anyone interested in real estate, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.

Show Notes with Timestamps:

[00:00 - 01:30]
 Introduction
 Kelly introduces the episode and her guest, Chirag Shah, highlighting the unique approach he brings to coaching and personal development.

[01:31 - 05:30]
 Chirag's Early Life and Lessons from the Family Business
 Chirag shares memories from his family’s stationery store, recounting formative experiences in customer service and business ethics. He learned early on the importance of honesty and doing right by others.

[05:31 - 14:20]
 The Value of Building Relationships
 Kelly and Chirag discuss how relationship-building from his childhood shaped his professional life. Chirag illustrates the importance of being genuine, connecting with clients on a personal level, and integrating gratitude and service into business.

[14:21 - 25:00]
 From Real Estate to Coaching: Chirag’s Journey
 Chirag outlines his path from working as a financial consultant to becoming a real estate agent during the subprime crisis. He shares pivotal moments that influenced his transition to coaching and the inception of Chirag Shah Coaching.

[25:01 - 36:50]
 Challenges, Success, and Mentorship
 Chirag speaks about the challenges he faced, including launching his coaching business during COVID-19 and learning from his mentors. He reflects on how those experiences helped him dream bigger and find his true purpose.

[36:51 - 47:30]
 Coaching Philosophy and the Impact on Clients
 Delving into his coaching philosophy, Chirag emphasizes happiness, collaboration, and building a community. He shares transformational stories of clients who have found greater work-life balance and fulfillment through his coaching.

[47:31 - 59:10]
 Navigating Personal Challenges and Finding Resilience
 Chirag candidly discusses personal struggles, including his divorce, and how he rebuilt his life with his family. He highlights the importance of resilience, vulnerability, and investing in personal development.

[59:11 - 01:08:00]
 Q&A - The Fearless Five
 Kelly asks Chirag five rapid-fire questions, touching on topics like social media, favorite superheroes, and the best advice he’s ever received. Chirag's thoughtful and humorous answers reveal more about his character and values.

[01:08:01 - 01:15:30]
 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
 Chirag leaves listeners with inspiring advice on choosing one’s hard and living a fulfilled life. He encourages everyone to commit to self-investment and to find purpose and joy in each day.

Connect with Chirag:
 @chiragshahcoaching ChiragShahCoaching.com
YouTube chiragshahcoaching  

Connect with Kelly:
@KellyMindsHerManors  @kellyrobinsonnewyork www.kellymindshermanors.com 

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