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  • You're Not Stuck. You're Listening to the Wrong Voice. | Ep 261 with Dr. Robin

    You're Not Stuck. You're Listening to the Wrong Voice. | Ep 261 with Dr. Robin
    2026/01/07

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

    "Success is not the same thing as alignment. And, eventually, the strategies that help you achieve, start blocking you from becoming who you really are. That's the purpose crossroads moment."

    In this solo episode, I walk you through what's really happening when you feel torn at a career crossroads. I name the two inner selves that show up when you're deciding what's next, and how each one speaks to you. More importantly, I show you how to tell which voice you've been listening to — and how to slow down enough to make your next decision from what fits, not what looks good on paper.

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

    • If you've been successful on paper but feel quietly drained or restless, this will help you see what's really going on — and why it doesn't mean anything is wrong with you.

    • You'll learn how to spot the difference between the voice that's trying to keep you safe and the voice that's telling you the truth about what fits now.

    • You'll leave with a simple decision sequence you can use immediately when you're stuck in overthinking, people-pleasing, or pressure to "make the right move."

    Dr. Robin is a purpose alignment expert and host of Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin. In this solo episode, she shares practical insights and a simple decision process to help high-achieving women choose alignment over optics at key career turning points.

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

    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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    21 分
  • The Loop You Don't Know You're Stuck In with Dr. Robin | Ep 260

    The Loop You Don't Know You're Stuck In with Dr. Robin | Ep 260
    2025/12/31

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

    "Even when high achieving women are successful on paper, they're often privately at a career crossroads... They move forward, but end up right back in the same emotional place."

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

    • You'll learn about the five key checkpoints in what I call the Purpose Crossroads Loop, and why so many high-achieving women unknowingly stay stuck in it for years.

    • I'll walk you through a simple, reflective exercise to help you figure out exactly where you are in the loop, and what your next true step could be.

    • If you've ever felt like you're just going through the motions in your career — even though everything "should" feel right — this episode will help you make sense of that inner tension.

    Dr. Robin is a purpose alignment expert and host of Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin. In this solo episode, she shares personal insights and research-backed tools to help high-achieving women move from confusion to clarity at key turning points in their careers.

    Connect with Dr. Robin at:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowens/
    http://www.robinlowens.com


    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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    19 分
  • The Lightning Bolt That Changed Her Relationship With Work with Elisha Meek | Ep 259

    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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    37 分
  • The Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything with Katya Karlova | Ep 258

    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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    32 分
  • When Your Career Looks Great but Feels Off with Sara Anderson | Ep 257

    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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    30 分
  • She Walked Away at 59 and Found True Purpose with Dr. Nina Nola

    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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    34 分
  • The Wake Up Call That Changed Everything with Martine Cohen | Ep 255

    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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    29 分
  • You Don't Need a Five-Year Plan — You Need the Next Right Step with Dr. Robin | Ep 254

    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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    10 分