#67 Jan 01, 26

Power of Positive Psychology: Coaching, Identity & Workplace Success with Elissa Zylbershlag

In this episode of the Healthy Enterprise podcast, host Heath Fletcher engages with Elissa Zylbershlag, Founder of Work Wise Labs, who specializes in proactive HR strategies and positive workplace environments. Elissa shares her journey from being an anti-bias educator to establishing her own business, emphasizing the importance of fostering a positive work culture. She explains the concept of anti-bias education, which aims to create a more just and equitable world, and how it connects to workplace dynamics. Alissa also introduces the principles of positive psychology, highlighting how focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses can lead to a more fulfilling and productive work life.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Elissa Zylbershlag and Work Wise Labs
01:23 Understanding Anti-Bias Education
07:06 The Shift to Positive Psychology
13:52 Work Wise Labs: Services and Offerings
20:41 The Journey to Entrepreneurship
22:10 Challenges Faced by Leaders Today
26:27 The Role of Coaching in Personal Development
27:15 The Dynamics of Coaching Relationships
29:29 Prioritizing Personal Needs in Leadership
30:56 The Importance of Self-Awareness
33:20 Understanding Perceptions: The Portrait Analogy
39:20 The One, Two, Three Theory of Feedback
42:15 Embracing Growth and New Opportunities
44:13 Networking and Building Connections
46:19 Transforming Conflict into Connection

Guest Information:

Guest's Name: Elissa Zylbershlag
Guest's Title/Position: Founder
Guest's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissazylbershlag/
Company / Affiliation: Work Wise Labs https://www.workwiselabs.com/
Guest's Bio: Elissa Zylbershlag, M.Ed. is the Founder of Work Wise Labs and a leadership development and team-building professional who helps nonprofits, universities, and small organizations create healthier, more connected workplaces. Through proactive coaching, interactive workshops, and culture-focused training, she works 1:1 with leaders and facilitates engaging group sessions that strengthen communication, trust, confidence, and collaboration—always with a focus on making work both productive and enjoyable. Through Work Wise Labs, Elissa equips organizations with practical tools to build supportive, mission-aligned cultures where people actually want to show up for work.

Takeaways:

Different does not mean bad.
Focusing on strengths makes you happier and makes your life more meaningful.
Coaching is about possibility, what's possible, and it's about action plan.
The workplace is a hotbed of bias and discrimination.
Positive psychology looks at what's right with people, not what's wrong.
Coaching relationships can last from months to decades, depending on individual needs.
Self-awareness is crucial in leadership; it's about understanding how others perceive you.
Feedback from multiple sources can reveal patterns in behavior and perceptions.
Addressing conflict can improve relationships 75% of the time when done correctly.
Prioritizing your own needs is essential before helping others.

The Healthy Enterprise Podcast is produced by Bullzeye Global Growth Partners https://bullzeyeglobal.com/

Episode Video

Creators and Guests

Host

Heath Fletcher

With over 30 years in creative marketing and visual storytelling, I’ve built a career on turning ideas into impact. From brand transformation to media production, podcast development, and outreach strategies, I craft compelling narratives that don’t just capture attention—they accelerate growth and drive measurable results.

Guest

Elissa Zylbershlag

Elissa Zylbershlag, M.Ed. is the Founder of Work Wise Labs and a leadership development and team-building professional who helps nonprofits, universities, and small organizations create healthier, more connected workplaces. Through proactive coaching, interactive workshops, and culture-focused training, she works 1:1 with leaders and facilitates engaging group sessions that strengthen communication, trust, confidence, and collaboration—always with a focus on making work both productive and enjoyable. Through Work Wise Labs, Elissa equips organizations with practical tools to build supportive, mission-aligned cultures where people actually want to show up for work.

Editor

Griffin Fletcher

Griffin Fletcher is a Junior Project Manager who wears a lot of hats. He’s skilled in podcast and video editing, film production, cinematography, and social media management, bringing creativity and organization to every project he touches. Griffin also has a sports background—he’s worked in hockey analytics and as a referee—which sharpened his attention to detail and teamwork skills. With a BA in Economics, he mixes analytical thinking with a creative edge, making him a versatile and hands-on contributor to our team.

Producer

Meghna Deshraj

Meghna Deshraj is the CEO and Founder of Bullzeye Growth Partners, a strategic consultancy that helps businesses scale sustainably and profitably. With a background spanning corporate strategy, IT, finance, and process optimization, she combines analytical rigor with creative execution to drive measurable results. Under her leadership, Bullzeye has generated over $580M in annual growth and more than $1B in client revenue, guiding organizations through large-scale integrations, business transformations, and organizational change initiatives. A Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Meghna’s superpower lies in strategic marketing and growth consulting, helping businesses grow through innovation, efficiency, and strong, trusted partnerships.