• The Lightning Bolt That Changed Her Relationship With Work with Elisha Meek | Ep 259
    2025/12/24
    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Elisha Meek. She says — "That I call my lightning bolt moment. I thought, oh my goodness, my career that I've been tying my whole entire life, my identity to for the past, you know, well over a decade doesn't have to be everything. I didn't wanna quit my career. I loved my job. I loved what I did, but I could have something else." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've tied your identity to your career and quietly wonder, is this it?, this conversation will help you name what you're really feeling and why it matters. You'll hear a real example of how adding purpose outside of work can change how burnout shows up — without quitting your job or walking away from success. This episode offers practical encouragement for finding what brings you joy and giving yourself permission to build a life that includes more than your title. Elisha Meek is an author, entrepreneur, burnout coach, and seasoned corporate professional with over 17 years in talent acquisition, helping people connect to life-changing career opportunities while building purpose-driven work alongside a full-time career. Connect with Elisha at: https://www.elishameek.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/elishameek https://www.instagram.com/elisha.meek Want Clarity for What's Next? If you've been standing at a crossroads sensing that your next chapter is calling but you're not sure how to move forward, I created something for you. It's called Clarity for What's Next. It's a short, self-paced audio course that helps you pause, listen, and find your next right step with more confidence, clarity, and purpose. You can find it at: http://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
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  • The Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything with Katya Karlova | Ep 258
    2025/12/17

    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Katya Karlova. She says —

    "It was like one of those moments where you just feel such clarity… I could see my future flash before me. And I was like, if I go back to that same grind, that same hustle, I am going to run my health into the ground."

    Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode:

    • If you've ever kept pushing through burnout because you thought you had no other choice, Katya's story will feel deeply familiar—and offer a new way forward.

    • You'll hear how ignoring your body's signals can take a toll, and why listening to your gut might be the most important leadership decision you ever make.

    • Katya shares honest reflections on what women are still silently battling at work, and how choosing yourself doesn't mean failing—it means finally leading with purpose.

    Katya Karlova is a transformational leader, speaker, and content creator whose journey from corporate HR executive to creative advocate is inspiring thousands to reclaim their power, starting with their own story.

    Connect with Katya at:

    Website: https://www.katyabkarlova.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katya.b.karlova/
    Twitter: https://x.com/katya_b_karlova

    Want Clarity for What's Next?
    If you've been standing at a crossroads sensing that your next chapter is calling but you're not sure how to move forward, I created something for you. It's called Clarity for What's Next. It's a short, self-paced audio course that helps you pause, listen, and find your next right step with more confidence, clarity, and purpose.

    You can find it at:

    http://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity

    Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?
    Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast

    Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/

    Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com

    Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!

    This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

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  • When Your Career Looks Great but Feels Off with Sara Anderson | Ep 257
    2025/12/10
    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Sara Anderson. She says — "Something that prolonged me taking the steps was for me to be able to make it make sense for everyone else around me. There's a real coming to terms with, like, leaders go first. So there is going to be a gap where people will not understand. It won't make sense. You're giving up a salary. You're giving up all these things for something else, and that may be difficult. There are gonna be people who wanna protect you from that. There's gonna be people who wanna save you, and they're like, the people who love you the most are gonna be the ones. And that has to be something that you expect and normalize, and that's okay. That doesn't mean that you're on the wrong path and you don't have to convince them first." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you're stuck in your head waiting for a perfect plan before making a move, Sara's story will help you shift into action — even if it's one breadcrumb at a time. You'll hear the real tension between following your intuition and trying to make it "make sense" to everyone else — and why you don't need permission to take the leap. We talk about what it really looks like to reclaim your creativity, confidence, and clarity — especially after burnout or a wake-up call. Sara Anderson is the founder of Lead Out Loud and creator of The Resonance Method. After building a career in tech with zero tech background and leading innovation at Uber, she now helps women leaders develop authentic influence without the burnout or the performance act. Connect with Sara at: Website: https://saraanderson.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraandersoncoaching/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara.anderson___/ Want Clarity for What's Next? If you've been standing at a crossroads sensing that your next chapter is calling but you're not sure how to move forward, I created something for you. It's called Clarity for What's Next. It's a short, self-paced audio course that helps you pause, listen, and find your next right step with more confidence, clarity, and purpose. You can find it at: http://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
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  • She Walked Away at 59 and Found True Purpose with Dr. Nina Nola
    2025/12/03
    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Nina Nola. She says – "I found my purpose really late in life. I'm 64 years old and I'm finally bubbling on all levels. And it's the most wonderful feeling. And I want listeners to know it doesn't matter when you find your purpose. You just need to look inside when it's calling you and do it and follow it because that's what I did." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever had that subtle, inner nudge telling you something needs to change — even when everything looks "successful" on the outside — Nina's story will speak directly to you. You'll hear what it looks like to listen to your body's wisdom and make bold choices, even when they don't make sense to others. Dr. Robin and Dr. Nina unpack how staying too long in a role — even a prestigious one — can slowly silence your deeper voice… and what it takes to finally answer it. Dr. Nina Nola is a public speaker, creative writing facilitator, and author of The Way to Spell Love. A cultural ambassador for the Croatian community in New Zealand, she's known for her decades-long career in education and her decision to leave a prestigious university position to become a full-time writer. Connect with Nina at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninavininola/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ninavininola Website: https://www.ninavininola.com/ Email: niinavininola@gmail.com You can purchase Nina's book The Way to Spell Love here at https://www.unitybooks.co.nz/products/way-to-spell-love Want Clarity for What's Next? If you've been standing at a crossroads sensing that your next chapter is calling but you're not sure how to move forward, I created something for you. It's called Clarity for What's Next. It's a short, self-paced audio course that helps you pause, listen, and find your next right step with more confidence, clarity, and purpose. You can find it at: http://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
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  • The Wake Up Call That Changed Everything with Martine Cohen | Ep 255
    2025/11/26
    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Martine Cohen. She says — "You know, like, when you have that little voice inside of you that's like, maybe you need to shift or maybe you need to do something differently or something more or something else. And I was hearing it, but not really listening to it. And if you don't listen to that little inner voice, it doesn't go away. It just gets louder and louder and louder." Martine was a high-achieving attorney — successful, strategic, and driven — until a sudden car accident forced her into silence. With her mind quieted, she could finally hear the truth that had been knocking for years. What followed was an inner reckoning, a shift in identity, and the discovery of a more aligned path. In this conversation, she shares what it really took to leave behind external expectations, stop pushing through depletion, and begin listening to the wisdom within. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever questioned whether your ambition is still aligned with your purpose, Martine's story will help you name that quiet tension and show you what's possible on the other side. You'll learn a simple, practical mindset shift Martine teaches her clients to use right in the moment when fear shows up — no overthinking required. If you're navigating a transition, Martine offers grounded wisdom on how to take the next step (without needing to see the whole path first). Martine Cohen is the author of No More Layers: Discover Your Inner Power and Reclaim True Freedom from the Inside Out. A speaker, transformative coach, and former attorney, she helps high-achieving professionals move through personal and professional transitions with clarity and confidence. Connect with Martine at: https://martinecohen.com/connectwithme Get Martine's free mindset reset here at: https://martinecohen.com/mindsetreset Want Clarity for What's Next?If you've been standing at a crossroads sensing that your next chapter is calling but you're not sure how to move forward, I created something for you. It's called Clarity for What's Next. It's a short, self-paced audio course that helps you pause, listen, and find your next right step with more confidence, clarity, and purpose. You can find it at: http://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
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  • You Don't Need a Five-Year Plan — You Need the Next Right Step with Dr. Robin | Ep 254
    2025/11/19

    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me. I say —

    "The moment I took that one small step, clarity followed. I didn't need the whole plan. I just needed momentum. The first step showed me the next one. And that's how clarity works. It's not something you find by standing still. It's something that unfolds as you move."

    Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode:

    • You'll hear why the pressure to map out your entire future can keep you stuck, and why one aligned step is often enough to shift your path.

    • You'll get a clearer understanding of how fear can show up as "being prepared," and how to tell when planning has quietly turned into waiting.

    • You'll walk away with a simple reflection prompt that helps you name where you're stuck and choose one doable step toward momentum.

    I'm a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, helping high-achieving women close the gap between success and fulfillment so they can move with more clarity and purpose.

    If you're ready to go deeper, or if you've been standing at a crossroads sensing that your next chapter is calling but you're not sure how to move forward, I created something for you. It's called Clarity for What's Next. It's a short, self-paced audio course that helps you pause, listen, and find your next right step with more confidence, clarity, and purpose.

    You can find it at: http://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity

    Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?
    Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast

    Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/

    Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com

    Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!

    This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

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  • What If Feeling Stuck Is Actually a Good Sign? with Dr. Robin | Ep 253
    2025/11/12

    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me, Dr. Robin. I say —

    "Maybe you just reached a big milestone. You earned the degree, the promotion, or you achieved that goal you worked so hard for. And when you finally got there, you felt nothing. That strange in between feeling, it's not failure. It's not confusion. It's actually a signal. A quiet one, but a powerful one."

    Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode:

    • You've done all the right things, but still feel stuck — I'll help you make sense of that feeling and what it's trying to tell you.

    • I share the turning point in my own career when I realized I couldn't keep doing things the same way — and how that quiet moment became a clear signal for change.

    • You'll learn a simple, five-minute practice you can do today to start listening to your own inner nudge and realigning your life without flipping it upside down.

    I'm Dr. Robin, a professor, speaker, author, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy — helping high-achieving women close the gap between success and fulfillment.

    Connect with me on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd

    Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?
    Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast

    Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/

    Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com

    Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!

    This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

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  • From Law to Travel to True Purpose with Riya Kurian | Ep 252
    2025/11/05

    This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Riya Kurian. She says –
    "I realized every time I had done something brave or courageous, I really felt a lot of fear. So to me, fear and bravery are the same thing."

    Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode:

    • You'll hear what it really feels like to walk away from a successful law career to pursue a calling that won't leave you alone — and why that fear might actually be your green light.

    • Riya gets real about the difference between stability and fulfillment, especially for high-achieving women who feel trapped by "the right path."

    • If you've ever been labeled or boxed in — and started to question if those labels were ever really you — Riya's journey will help you see what's possible when you let go of old definitions and trust your intuition.

    Riya Kurian is the founder of Next Horizon, a boutique travel planning company that creates personalized, meaningful trips across Europe and beyond. After years of solo travel and a spontaneous teaching stint in France, Riya left behind her corporate law career to follow a path that felt more aligned — and turned her love for travel into a thriving business.

    Connect with Riya at:
    https://www.nexthorizontravel.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/nexthorizontravel
    https://www.instagram.com/riyafindstheworld

    Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?
    Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast

    Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/

    Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com

    Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!

    This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

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    42 分