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Sustainable Excellence · Human Potential · Positive Impact

Hacking human growth in times of rapid change.

Empowering leaders and organizations to harness technological advancement by creating the conditions for accelerated human growth. If we want technology to change the world, WE need to change with it.

15+
Years coaching
1400+
Podcast episodes
122
Countries reached
Angela Shurina, founder of Brain Breakthrough Coaching
Be well
Think well · Do well
Trusted by founders
& leaders worldwide
Trusted by people building the future at
DoistTurntide TechnologiesPwCDay OneHuman VenturesJobRackThe Startup StationNeudesicEposabilityWestern Cape GovDoistTurntide TechnologiesPwCDay OneHuman VenturesJobRackThe Startup StationNeudesicEposabilityWestern Cape Gov

The Program

Science-based, excellence-360 people development.

The most comprehensive high-performance training program for impact-driven leaders and teams, founders, and companies in tech, energy and innovation — designed to maximize talent and potential, mental and physical energy, productivity, resilience and innovation for above-average results.

We translate the science of high performance and stress resilience into personalized health, workflow, workspace design and lifestyle protocols — systems and habits that make change last. Growing people to grow companies, for more positive impact.

Angela speaking on stage Workshop participants Founder workshop Leadership event

The Framework

Built on three pillars of human performance

Three pillars that compound into sustainable excellence — for you and for your team.

01

Biological Resilience

Cultivate a well-functioning, stress-resilient body and brain to endure more without burnout — high energy to create and sustain excellence, fueling unstoppable impact.

02

Mindset — Growth & Self-Leadership

Develop self-empowering thoughts and emotions while mastering purpose and future-oriented focus, self-motivation and discipline — become a master of your mind and empower continuous growth.

03

Systems of Effective Execution

Clarity of purpose and values; work-life integration and time mastery; mastering focus and attention; managing tasks and decisions for fast execution and collaboration — deliver more with less effort.

Proof

Real people. Real breakthroughs.

Leaders, founders, athletes and teams on what changed when they worked with Angela.

“I had the pleasure of working with Angela as my Executive Brain Coach during a period when I felt completely drained of energy and unable to make progress. What drew me to Angela was her unique 360-degree approach — she goes beyond traditional coaching by focusing on overall wellness and long-term behavior change. She helped me implement sustainable strategies to increase my energy and focus, integrating neuroscience, health, and psychology with modern coaching. I would highly recommend Angela to any busy executive, entrepreneur, or leader dealing with decision fatigue, overwhelming anxiety, or a lack of daily motivation.”
Joana Maria
Joana Maria
Executive Director, Research and Innovation
“Working with Angela has been a game-changer for me, both professionally and personally. Through thought-provoking discussions and targeted exercises, Angela helped me clarify my vision, identify obstacles, and develop practical strategies to overcome challenges. She empowered me to break through limiting beliefs, embrace change, and step out of my comfort zone. I joined a gym after years of procrastinating, saved up money, and gained confidence in speaking about my business. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking transformation, growth, and fulfillment.”
Thobani Magqabi
Thobani Magqabi
Entrepreneur
“Angela gave me a so much needed simple blueprint for sleep, fitness, nutrition, stress management! Now I have a lot more capacity to handle business and life challenges.”
Ryan Morris
Ryan Morris
CEO, Turntide Technologies
“I've been part of Angela's program for 12 weeks, and it has been nothing short of transformative. The progress in my daily habits, motivation to exercise, and weight loss is remarkable. What makes Angela stand out is her unwavering positive attitude and daily motivational messages. Her kind yet firm approach pushes me to accomplish my goals without feeling overwhelmed. It's more than a program; it's a journey towards a better you.”
Karl De Smedt
Karl De Smedt
Sourdough Librarian, Keynote Speaker & Catalyst in Baked Goods Innovation
“Sometimes you meet someone and it's a match made in heaven. That's how I feel about my collaboration with Angela. She was the driving force in executing my vision for the PowerUp coaching program to empower female entrepreneurs around the world. Her expertise bringing together multiple modalities allowed her to create truly unique content that I know will transform many lives. She has great energy and knowledge and is truly committed to helping others.”
Victoria Yampolsky
Victoria Yampolsky
Founder, The Startup Station & PowerUp Globally; Strategic CFO
“Angela is an excellent facilitator, highly recommended! She led our remote team in some incredible workshops that are still paying dividends months later, and her insights have helped us connect and grow stronger as a team.”
Chase Warrington
Chase Warrington
Head of Operations at Doist, LinkedIn Top Voice
Angela and a group of leaders on a sunrise hike up Lion's Head, Cape Town

Your move

Change in days — not in years.

Book a call with Angela Shurina to start. As a multidisciplinary Executive High-Performance Coach 360, she specializes in empowering purpose-driven leaders and organizations to drive impactful change.

Our Other Projects

Go deeper, together

Leadership retreat

Retreats

Exclusive weekend and weekly retreats for leaders, C-suite, teams, founders and startups — master high-performance habits and mindset, gain clarity, build trust and strategic alignment. Take on tomorrow — build future-forward teams.

Workshop and event

Workshops & Events

Transformational workshops, events and talks to help your team grow together — to make your company, your initiative, your vision succeed.

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Meet your coach

Angela Shurina

Founder & Head Coach · Executive, Health & Stress Resilience Coach · Speaker · Podcaster

I'm over-the-Moon passionate about working with impact-driven leaders and teams, companies, entrepreneurs and founders — people like you who want to maximize their potential, break through past limits, and create more fulfillment while feeling their absolute best.

My goal is to accelerate human progress toward a better future by helping everyday superheroes unlock and use more of their potential. I translate high-performance neuroscience, the psychology of change, and health protocols into workflow and workplace design, processes, habits and behavior-change systems that drive sustainable results.

I'm an IT professional/economist turned certified nutritionist, health, performance and executive coach, facilitator, speaker and podcaster — and author of Fit-and-Focused Brain-Body Blueprint for Remote Pros and Digital Nomads.

Mind's diet

Choose your mind's diet wisely

Our mind is a byproduct of what we consume: books we read, people we meet and admire, quotes we choose to live by. Choose your mind's diet wisely — it'll shape your life.

You have to understand your own personal DNA. Don't do things because I do them or Steve Jobs or Mark Cuban tried it. You need to know your personal brand and stay true to it.
— Gary Vaynerchuk
You can't control what people say about you. You can only work your hardest, do your best and tell the truth. In the end, it's the effort that matters. The rest is beyond your control.
— Maria Sharapova
If failure is not an option, then neither is success.
— Seth Godin
Working hard for something we don't care about is called stress. Working hard for something we love is called passion.
— Simon Sinek
The sky is not the limit. There are footprints on the Moon.
— Buzz Aldrin
The good thing about science is that it's true whether or not you believe in it.
— Neil deGrasse Tyson
You have to learn to get comfortable being uncomfortable. You have to be willing to get out of your comfort zone and push your limits.
— Jesse Itzler
Believe it or not, it is not only possible to accomplish MORE by doing LESS. It is MANDATORY.
— Tim Ferriss
Confidence is deciding you're unstoppable. Not that you'll never fail.
— Tom Bilyeu

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Fit-and-Focused Brain-Body Blueprint book

The Book on Amazon

Went remote and your body and brain started falling apart? Neuroscience-based routines, hacks and habits to stay productive, healthy and fit anywhere.

Brain Upgrading Udemy course

Brain-Upgrading Udemy Course

Productivity meets ABS. Neuroscience-based lifestyle, habits and work hacks. 2,500+ students, 122 countries, 33 languages.