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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	The Dream You Keep Ignoring Isn't Going Away \| Ep299 with Dr. Alicia Newsome	30 Sep 2026	00:30:08
"Whatever lights you up, lean into that, you know, and be okay with it lighting you up. Sometimes it can even be fearful what's lighting you up." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Alicia Newsome. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear how Dr. Alicia tested a new career direction before fully committing to it—and why giving yourself room to try something can be a practical way to approach a career crossroads. If an idea or dream keeps coming back to you, this conversation will encourage you to pay attention. Sometimes what you pushed aside years ago still has something to tell you about what you want now. You'll hear what it looks like to acknowledge that you don't have the next step figured out yet—and why being uncertain doesn't mean you have to rush into an answer. Dr. Alicia Newsome is an international speaker, executive advisor, functional medicine doctor, and author of Worthy of Rest: For the Woman Who Is Tired of Being the Strong One, who helps high-performing founders and senior leaders build profitable companies without sacrificing their well-being, marriage, or values. Connect with Alicia at: Website: https://www.dralicianewsome.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alicia-newsome/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alicianewsome/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.alicianewsome 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 Business Owners and Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When Your Dream Career Starts Draining You \| Ep 298 with Dr. Nikia Smith	23 Sep 2026	00:31:44
"You are a superwoman. You're not the superwoman. So, like, yes, you are super, you can expand, you can grow, you can evolve. And that is the best for you. And whatever is the best for you is the best for everyone around you because you'll be the best version of yourself." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Nikia Smith. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear what can happen when changing jobs doesn't fix the exhaustion because the real issue may be deeper than where you work. Nikia shares how she reached the point where she knew something had to change—and why that realization led her to look inward. If your professional identity has become a big part of how you see yourself, this conversation will help you think differently about what it means to change direction. You don't have to erase everything you've worked for to make room for another part of who you are. You don't need to have your entire next chapter figured out before you make a change. Sometimes the next best step is simply creating enough space to recover, get curious about what you want, and begin finding yourself again. Dr. Nikia Smith is a board-certified anesthesiologist, wellness coach, retreat facilitator, and founder of She is Fire Forged, a wellness brand that helps high-achieving women of color reclaim their peace, power, and purpose. Connect with Nikia at: Website: http://sheisfireforged.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikiasmithmd/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheisfireforged 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 Business Owners at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	You Don't Need the Whole Career Plan Yet \| Ep 297 with Lynn Smargis	16 Sep 2026	00:26:54
"It's fine to stay where you're at now, but if you really don't feel aligned and there's something inside you that's like, I need to change, start figuring out what that change needs to be and start, like, making those little micro goals to get to where you wanna be." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Lynn Smargis. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear how Lynn rebuilt her career more than once, including what she did when the pandemic wiped out 90% of her clients in just seven days and later when AI disrupted her business again. If you're successful but no longer feel aligned with the work you're doing, you'll get a practical exercise to help you start figuring out what you want next—without having to leave your current career before you're ready. You'll hear why self-belief, trusted people around you, and staying open to unexpected opportunities can make a difference when doubt creeps in and you start wondering whether you should go back to what feels safe. Lynn Smargis is the CEO and founder of Write for You Self Publishing, a six-time author, and host of the Self Publishing for Thought Leaders podcast who helps professionals, thought leaders, executives, and consultants turn their expertise into nonfiction books. Connect with Lynn at: Self Publishing for Leaders community on Skool https://www.skool.com/publishing-for-professionals-9809/about Self Publishing for Thought Leaders podcast https://pod.link/1801306827 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 Business Owners at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	What Happens When You Stop Choosing the Safe Career \| Ep 296 with Margaret Graziano	09 Sep 2026	00:39:41
"And it's that ability to not be holding on to what is safe and what is secure, but believing and betting on me." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Margaret Graziano. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: Hear what it can really look like to leave behind a successful career that feels safe when you know you want something different—and why having a vision for your future can help you make that choice. Margaret's story is a reminder that career transitions don't always unfold according to plan. Hear how she navigated financial uncertainty, a business partnership that went badly wrong, and moments when fear almost stopped her from moving forward. If you're at your own career crossroads, you'll hear practical advice for creating more choices for your future, including why continually reinventing yourself and making time for what brings you joy can help you imagine what you want next. Margaret Graziano is the CEO and founder of Keen Alignment, a workplace culture and leadership development consultancy, with more than 25 years of experience in organizational culture transformation, and has been recognized as one of Silicon Valley's top 100 influential women in business. Connect with Margaret at: Website: https://margaretgraziano.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Margaretgraziano.11/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretgraziano/ 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 Business Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When Taking a Step Back Moves Your Career Forward \| Ep 295 with Lindsey Busfield	02 Sep 2026	00:29:46
"Don't be afraid to start over. Don't be afraid to take a step back and reflect even if that is in terms of professional title, if it's in terms of pay, if you can afford to do that. But don't be afraid to take one step back if it means that you're going to take two steps forward in five years." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Lindsey Busfield. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You're successful, but you know where you are isn't where you want to stay. Lindsey shares what it was like to leave a successful position, start over as a temp, and build a new skill set that eventually led her to work that was a much better fit. You're trying to figure out what your next career move could actually be. You'll hear a practical way to look at what you've loved—and haven't loved—about your work over the past 10–15 years and use those clues to consider what could come next. Taking a step backward in title or salary feels difficult when you've worked hard to get where you are. This conversation offers another way to think about starting over and why a temporary step back could help you move toward work that feels more meaningful and fulfilling. Lindsey Busfield is a leading expert in legal SEO and content marketing and the Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Partner at Optimize My Firm. Her career has taken her from studying philosophy and teaching English to managing agricultural compliance with Amish farmers before eventually finding her place in legal SEO. Connect with Lindsey at: Website: https://optimizemyfirm.com/ Email: lindsay@optimizemyfirm.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-busfield/ Podcast: Personal Injury Marketing Minute https://optimizemyfirm.com/podcasts/ Find Lindsey's book on Amazon here: How Personal Injury Lawyers Get Leads: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why 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 Business Owners at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Your Career Looks Great But You Want Out \| Ep 294 with Nicole Johnston	26 Aug 2026	00:28:58
"And then my next thought was, man, if I hadn't been so fast on the brake, I wouldn't have to go to work today. So when you're choosing bodily harm over your job, you should probably pay attention to that." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Nicole Johnston. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: What if the career you worked so hard to build no longer feels like the career you want? Hear what happened when Nicole could no longer ignore that disconnect—and how she began figuring out what she actually wanted instead. Are you ruling out what you really want before you've even considered how it could work? You'll hear a practical way to question the "shoulds," assumptions, and self-imposed barriers that can keep you stuck at a career crossroads. Could the work no one notices be quietly getting in the way of your career? Discover how mental load and non-promotable work can consume hundreds of hours of your time—and what that could mean for your energy, opportunities, and next move. Nicole Johnston is a TEDx and leadership speaker, bestselling author of Taboo Topics: Things Women Should Talk About, But Don't, and executive and leadership coach who brings more than 30 years of global sales and marketing leadership experience at companies including Procter & Gamble, Hershey, and Kimberly-Clark. Connect with Nicole at: Website: https://innate-power.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572974406688 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolejohnstoncoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemjohnston/ 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 Business Owners with a Purpose at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	The Career Crossroads and What Comes Next \| Ep293 with Dr. Robin	19 Aug 2026	00:02:22
You've built a successful career. You've accomplished what you set out to do. But… "What happens when the work that brought you here no longer fits who you are now?" In this short solo episode, I'm introducing Season 7 of Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin and the career crossroads we'll be talking about throughout the season. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you're questioning whether the career you've worked hard to build still fits the person you are today, you'll hear why this season was created with you in mind. You'll get a preview of the honest conversations ahead—about what begins to feel wrong, what makes change difficult, what you fear losing, and how other high-achieving women found the clarity and courage to move forward. You'll hear what you can expect from each conversation, including practical advice to help you think about your own decisions and what you want your next chapter to look like. A career crossroads can feel uncertain, but it can also be the beginning of a career life that feels more meaningful, more fulfilling, more fully your own, and aligned with your true purpose. 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 Business Owners with a Purpose at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Season 7 Trailer	17 Aug 2026	00:02:22
You have built a successful career, but you may be reaching a point where what once felt right no longer fits who you are now. On Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin, host Robin L. Owens, PhD, speaks with high-achieving women about the significant career crossroads they have faced and the clarity, courage, and decisions that shaped what came next. These conversations go beyond polished success stories. You will hear how accomplished women navigated uncertainty, questioned long-held definitions of success, made difficult decisions, and created new ways to work, lead, and live with greater meaning and fulfillment. At the end of each guest conversation, she offers practical advice for the woman who may be standing at a career crossroads of her own. Through these interviews and occasional solo episodes from Dr. Robin, you will gain insight, encouragement, and new possibilities for your own next chapter. You may begin to see that the career crossroads before you is not simply a place of uncertainty; it may be the beginning of a career life that feels more meaningful, more fulfilling, and more fully your own. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	The Thoughts That Keep You Aligned \| Ep 292 with Dr. Robin	12 Aug 2026	00:23:29
This week's Career Crossroads insight is a simple sentence that changed the way I think: "Transformation can begin by remembering who you already are and allowing that truth to guide your thoughts, your decisions, and the career life you continue creating." Have you ever noticed how one difficult moment can suddenly feel like it defines everything? Or how one fearful thought can quietly turn into a belief about who you are? In this episode, I share a lesson that began with something my brother used to tell me whenever I felt overwhelmed: "Don't make it bigger than what it is, sis." That simple reminder helped me recognize that while our circumstances matter, it's often the thoughts we attach to those circumstances that shape how we experience them. As we wrap up this series on career crossroads, I explore why making an aligned decision is only part of the journey. The thoughts you continue to think after the decision is made are what help you stay connected to who you really are. I introduce the idea of PurposeMAKER™ thoughts—the thoughts that become your mental home base and help you return to deeper clarity, lasting fulfillment, and alignment with your true purpose. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you're facing a career decision and feel stuck, you'll learn why the most important question may not be "What should I do?" but "Who am I allowing to make this decision?" You'll discover how fear, expectations, and old conditioning can quietly pull you away from your authentic self—even after you've made the "right" decision—and how to recognize those patterns. You'll leave with a practical way to create PurposeMAKER™ thoughts that keep you grounded in who you really are, so your decisions reflect your deepest values rather than your greatest fears. I'm Dr. Robin Owens, founder of the PurposeMAKER™ framework. Through Leadership Purpose, I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap by making decisions and creating careers that reflect who they truly are, leading to deeper clarity, lasting fulfillment, and meaningful impact. 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When the Whole of Me Could Be Present \| Ep 291 with Dr. Robin	05 Aug 2026	00:22:49
This week's "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me. I want to share the career decision that helped me realize alignment isn't about finding the perfect opportunity. It's about choosing the one where more of who you are gets to show up. "Clarity can begin when you stop asking only what makes sense on paper and start asking what would allow the whole of who I am to be present in this decision." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever wondered why a successful career can still leave you feeling unfulfilled, you'll discover why competence, passion, values, natural abilities, and the people you're called to serve all matter when making career decisions. You'll hear the personal story behind one of the biggest career decisions I've ever made, and how asking one simple question helped me recognize an opportunity that allowed more of who I am to be present. You'll walk away with practical questions you can ask yourself before making your next career move so you can make decisions that feel more aligned with who you are today—not just what looks good on paper. I'm Dr. Robin—professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform. Through my work, I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap so they can create lives and careers filled with more meaning, alignment, and true purpose. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When the Right Path Couldn't Hold All of Me \| Ep 290 with Dr. Robin	29 Jul 2026	00:23:11
This week's "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me. I want to share the career decision that taught me the right path should never require you to leave parts of yourself behind. "There was not enough of me in it. That distinction matters to me now because sometimes a calling does not ask us to throw away everything we've already built. Sometimes it asks us to become more honest about what needs to be added, changed, or integrated. A real purpose calling does not require you to disappear inside the path. It may challenge you. It may ask you to study, prepare, stretch, or take a risk, but it doesn't keep asking you to leave essential parts of yourself outside the room." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever loved your work but still felt like something important was missing, this episode will help you understand why feeling incomplete doesn't necessarily mean you're on the wrong path. You'll hear how I realised my work needed to make room for more of who I was—and why purpose sometimes means refining your path rather than starting over. If you're standing at a career crossroads, this conversation will encourage you to ask a different question: not "Should I leave?" but "What part of me needs more room in the work I'm doing?" I'm Dr. Robin, and through my work as a leadership and purpose researcher, executive coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ framework, I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap so they can create lives and careers that reflect who they truly are. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When the Path Around Me Wasn't Mine \| Ep289 with Dr. Robin	22 Jul 2026	00:26:27
This week's "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me. I want to share another career decision that changed the direction of my life. "Sometimes a decision begins before you know exactly what you're deciding. You just know the path everyone around you seems to be following doesn't feel like yours. That was where I found myself in Seminary. I was surrounded by people who were preparing to become pastors, and for many of them, that made complete sense. They seemed clear about what they were there to do and where they were headed. But I couldn't see myself doing that. I couldn't see myself in a pulpit. I saw myself in a classroom." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever looked around and wondered why everyone else's career path seems to make sense—but yours doesn't—this episode will remind you that your purpose may not look like anyone else's. You'll hear how one simple question, "What do I want?", helped me begin finding a direction that felt more aligned, even though I couldn't yet see the whole path. If you're feeling pressure to follow what's expected rather than what feels right, this conversation will encourage you to pay attention to the direction that keeps calling you instead. I'm Dr. Robin, and through my work as a leadership and purpose researcher, executive coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ framework, I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap so they can create lives and careers that reflect who they truly are. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Leaving Home Before I Knew Why \| Ep 288 with Dr. Robin	15 Jul 2026	00:19:40
This week's "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me. I want to share something that changed the direction of my life. "I left my family, my home, my community and all that nurtured me my entire life without knowing what it would lead to. I left because something in me knew I needed to go, even before I can explain why. And only later, much later, could I see how that decision deepened my spiritual formation, how it helped me understand my sense of calling and became a part of the path that led me toward work that included teaching, speaking, and helping other people think more deeply about their own purpose. The pattern became clearer after I followed the direction, not before." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you're waiting until you have the whole plan before making your next career move, this episode will help you see why clarity often comes one step at a time, not all at once. If you've ever felt a persistent pull toward something you couldn't explain, you'll learn how to recognise the signals that deserve your attention instead of dismissing them because they don't fit a logical plan. If you're standing at a career crossroads, you'll discover why following your next right step can be more important than knowing exactly where the road will lead. I'm Dr. Robin, and through my work as a leadership and purpose researcher, executive coach and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ framework, I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap so they can create lives and careers that reflect who they truly are. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When Missing Passion Got My Attention \| Ep 287 with Dr. Robin	08 Jul 2026	00:25:40
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Restlessness can be the beginning of clarity. And for me, restlessness became before the decision. It came before I could explain. It came before I knew what I would do next. It was just there, beneath the surface, unsettled, trying to get my attention." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever found yourself questioning a career that looks successful on paper but feels different on the inside, this episode will help you understand why meaningful work isn't always aligned work—and why that distinction matters. You'll hear the deeply personal story that first made me realize I wasn't simply exhausted from my work as a social worker. I was beginning to recognize that something essential was missing, even though I cared deeply about the people I served. You'll learn three lessons that can help you recognize the signs of misalignment in your own career, understand what your restlessness may be trying to tell you, and begin making decisions that honour both your purpose and who you truly are. I'm Dr. Robin, creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy and host of Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin. I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap by making career and leadership decisions that reflect who they are, so they can create lives and work filled with greater meaning, purpose, and fulfillment. 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Why I Left a Career I Loved \| Ep 286 with Dr. Robin	01 Jul 2026	00:27:48
This week's At her Career Crossroads insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Sometimes the hardest decisions are not about escaping something terrible, sometimes they're about outgrowing something partial, something that fits part of you but not the whole of you. And that's not failure, that's discernment, that's paying attention, that's learning how to make decisions from a fuller place, a fuller truth in you and who you are." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: Have you ever wondered why you feel unsettled in a career you genuinely love? I'll share why leaving meaningful work can be even harder than leaving work that's clearly wrong—and what finally helped me make that decision. If you've been telling yourself you should be happy because you're making a difference, this episode will help you explore whether one of your core values is quietly being overlooked. Sometimes what's missing matters just as much as what's working. The decision to leave wasn't really about the job. It came down to one insight that completely changed how I think about purpose, career alignment, and making decisions that honour the whole of who you are. If you've been wrestling with a difficult career decision, I hope this perspective helps you see your own situation differently. I'm Dr. Robin, creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy and host of Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin. I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap by understanding their unique Purpose Pattern so they can make aligned career and leadership decisions and create lives of greater meaning, purpose, and fulfillment. 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 Business Owners at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	When the Good Job Wasn't the Right Fit \| Ep 285 with Dr. Robin	24 Jun 2026	00:23:24
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "A good opportunity can still be a wrong fit. That sounds simple, but it's not always easy to accept. A good opportunity can be very convincing. It can come with the title, the salary, and the respect from other people. You tell yourself I should be happy. I worked hard for this. And yes, gratitude matters, but gratitude is not the same thing as alignment." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: Have you ever looked successful on paper but felt disconnected from your work? In this episode, I share the career decision that taught me success and alignment are not always the same thing. If you're questioning whether a role, career, or opportunity still fits, you'll learn how to recognize the clues that something deeper may be asking for your attention before you have all the answers. You'll hear the three lessons I learned from leaving a respected leadership role, including why you don't need a complete roadmap before taking the next right step. I'm a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform. Through Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin, I help high-achieving women close the gap between success and fulfillment so they can create lives and careers filled with meaning and purpose. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	My First Career Decision \| Ep 284 with Dr. Robin	17 Jun 2026	00:20:25
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Somewhere in high school, I made a quiet decision. I decided I wanted to find work that felt meaningful and fulfilling. Again, I didn't say it exactly like that back then. I didn't have the language, but I had the knowing. I knew I wanted to enjoy my work. I knew I wanted to do something that felt connected to who I was. I knew I wanted to use my own gifts and natural abilities. I wanted them to have somewhere to go. I knew I wanted to live a life where work was not just something I survived." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever achieved the goals you set for yourself but still felt something was missing, this episode will help you explore where that feeling may have started and what it could be trying to tell you. You'll hear how the experiences, people, and stories we encounter growing up can quietly shape our career choices, long before we have language for purpose, fulfillment, or alignment. You'll be invited to reflect on your own early career decisions and discover how they may still be influencing the crossroads, challenges, and opportunities you're facing today. In this episode, I share one of the earliest career decisions I ever made—a quiet decision in high school that would eventually shape the PurposeMAKER framework and the work I do today helping high-achieving women find more meaning, alignment, and fulfillment in their careers and lives. 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	The Work Behind the Work: Why PurposeMAKER Is More Than Career Advice \| Ep 283 with Dr. Robin	10 Jun 2026	00:27:09
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Women should not have to abandon themselves in order to be successful." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been wondering why your next career decision feels so difficult despite being successful, you'll hear a different explanation for what's really going on beneath the surface. You'll learn why making decisions based only on logic, responsibility, or what looks good on paper can leave you feeling disconnected, even when everything appears successful from the outside. You'll get an inside look at the thinking behind the PurposeMAKER framework and discover why identity, alignment, and self-trust are at the heart of making clear decisions at a career crossroads. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform, helping high-achieving women close the gap between success and fulfillment so they can create lives and careers that feel meaningful and aligned. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	The Mindset That Keeps You Coming Back to Yourself \| Ep 282 with Dr. Robin	03 Jun 2026	00:12:31
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "You don't need to have every answer forever and you don't need to become perfect at clarity. You don't need to never wobble again. What matters is that you keep learning how to return to yourself, return to who you are, return to what matters, return to what's true for you. And that's no small thing. That's a way of living." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You've done everything right. You've worked hard, achieved success, and made thoughtful decisions. So why does something still feel off? In this episode I explore a surprising reason many high-achieving women find themselves questioning what's next, even when things look successful on paper. What if the opposite of clarity isn't confusion? This episode challenges a common assumption and reveals the hidden issue that may be creating the disconnect between your accomplishments and your sense of fulfillment. If you've ever thought, "I should have figured this out by now," this conversation offers a different way to think about career crossroads. You'll learn why purpose isn't about finding one perfect answer and how to build the mindset that helps you keep returning to what matters most. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform. Through Leadership Purpose, I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap—the quiet space between success and fulfillment—so they can create lives and careers that reflect who they truly are. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	After You Make the Decision \| Ep 281 with Dr. Robin	27 May 2026	00:15:49
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "You can make a brave decision and then quietly punish yourself because the new path is not performing well enough by old standards. And that's not freedom. That's old conditioning wearing new clothes." Making the decision is not always the hardest part. Sometimes the harder part comes after — when doubt creeps back in, old habits resurface, and you start questioning whether the change you made was the right one. In this episode, I talk about what it really means to stay grounded after making a purpose aligned decision, especially when your nervous system still craves the familiarity of your old life, career, or identity. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've made a big career or life decision but still feel uncertain afterward, this episode will help you understand why discomfort does not automatically mean you made the wrong choice. You'll hear practical ways to stay connected to yourself after clarity arrives — including how to recognize old patterns, stop measuring yourself by outdated standards, and return to what you know is true. If you're tired of achieving externally while feeling disconnected internally, this conversation will help you rethink what progress, success, and alignment actually look like for you now. I am a leadership and purpose expert helping high-achieving women close the gap between external success and inner fulfillment by making purpose aligned choices in their careers, leadership, and lives. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	How to Make Purpose-Aligned Decisions at a Career Crossroads \| Ep 280 with Dr. Robin	20 May 2026	00:14:17
This week's "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Sometimes an aligned decision feels deeply right and deeply costly at the same time. True and vulnerable at the same time. Relieving and stretching at the same time." If you've been sitting in the tension between what looks good on paper and what actually feels true to you, this episode will help you think about career decisions differently. I'm exploring why so many high-achieving women still make choices from pressure, fear, urgency, or external expectations — even after doing the inner work to understand themselves more deeply. And I share what it really means to make a purpose-aligned decision and why the most aligned path is not always the easiest one. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been overthinking a career decision, this episode will help you separate fear from truth so you can stop making choices based only on what feels safest or most explainable. You'll hear a practical framework for making decisions that reflect who you are now — not just the version of yourself shaped by old expectations, conditioning, or external pressure. This conversation will help you recognize the difference between a difficult decision that stretches you and a misaligned decision that slowly wears you down over time. I'm Dr. Robin, leadership expert, executive coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ framework. Through Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin, I help high-achieving women close the gap between external success and true fulfillment by making more purpose-aligned decisions in their careers, leadership, and lives. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Why Values Matter More Than You Think \| Ep 279 with Dr. Robin	13 May 2026	00:17:23
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Sometimes high-achieving women at a career crossroads think it's just an issue of stress, or maybe they think it's timing or workload. But sometimes the deeper issue is that they're succeeding inside conditions that violate what matters most to them." In this episode, I'm talking about why so many career crossroads feel confusing — especially when the decision looks good on paper, but something inside still feels unsettled. I share why values are often the missing piece in the decision-making process, how values conflicts can quietly shape exhaustion and disconnection, and why clarity starts to change when you stop asking only "What should I do?" and begin asking "What actually matters most to me?" Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been feeling torn between a "smart" career move and what genuinely feels right for you, this episode will help you understand why those two things are not always the same — and why that tension matters. You'll learn how values often show up through friction, resentment, exhaustion, or disconnection — and why those feelings may actually be important clues instead of something to ignore. I walk through practical questions you can ask yourself to make more purpose-aligned decisions, especially if you're in a season where success no longer feels as fulfilling as it once did. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform. Through the Leadership Purpose podcast, I help high-achieving women close the gap between success and fulfillment so they can create a life and work filled with more meaning and true purpose. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Why Being Good at Something is Not Enough \| Ep 278 with Dr. Robin	06 May 2026	00:19:33
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "A woman can be very good at something that is no longer fully right for her. She can be competent, respected, effective, trusted, successful, and still feel the growing sense that something deeper is off." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll finally understand why being good at something doesn't always mean it's right for you — and why that realization can feel so confusing. If you've built your career on what you're capable of, this will help you see the difference between what's natural, what's learned, and what's simply been rewarded. You'll walk away with better questions to ask yourself so you can stop defaulting to competence and start paying attention to what actually feels aligned. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, helping high-achieving women close the gap between success and true fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Hidden Clues \| Ep 277 with Dr. Robin	29 Apr 2026	00:18:34
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Sometimes the future does hold important answers, but very often part of the clarity a woman needs is not only ahead of her, part of it is behind her… Sometimes they're clues. Clues about what has consistently energized you, what has consistently mattered to you, and what felt natural… She stops trying so hard to invent her future from nothing and she starts recognizing the truth that has been with her much longer than she realized." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been trying to figure out your next move by only looking forward, this will show you why the answers might already be in your past—and how to start noticing them. You'll learn how to recognize the patterns in your life that keep resurfacing, even across different roles and seasons, and what they're revealing about you. If you feel torn between what's been rewarded and what actually feels true, this will help you start separating external success from your deeper identity. I am a leadership expert and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy, helping high-achieving women navigate career crossroads by reconnecting with who they truly are and expressing their purpose through their work and lives. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Why a Career Crossroads Is Not About Reinventing Yourself \| Ep 276 with Dr. Robin	22 Apr 2026	00:22:01
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Robin. She says - "Most women at a career crossroads are not being asked to invent themselves from scratch. They are being asked to reconnect, reconnect with what has been true in them for a long time, Reconnect with the parts of themselves that have gotten buried beneath performance, pressure, roles, expectations, and momentum. That's a very different thing from reinvention. Reinvention can sound exciting, but it can also become another performance. Reconnection is different. It's quieter, deeper, more honest. It's less about becoming impressive and more about becoming true." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been feeling pressure to "figure it all out," this will help you understand why that pressure might be leading you in the wrong direction—and what to focus on instead. You'll hear a simple but powerful shift that can help you stop chasing a new version of yourself and start reconnecting with what's already true. This episode will help you make sense of that subtle feeling of disconnection—and why it's not a sign something is wrong, but a signal to come back to yourself. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform, focused on helping high-achieving women close the gap between success and true fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	The Inner Signs Women Override at a Career Crossroads \| Ep 275 with Dr. Robin	15 Apr 2026	00:18:27
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "One of the hardest parts of a career crossroads is that the truth often begins quietly, not as a dramatic breakdown, not as one big revelation, not as a moment when everything suddenly becomes obvious. It often begins as a signal, a shift in energy, a reoccurring question, a growing sense that something about your career life still works but does not feel the same." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been telling yourself "I'm just tired" but something deeper feels off, this episode will help you start to see what might actually be going on beneath the surface. You'll learn how to recognize the subtle inner signs of misalignment before they become impossible to ignore — even while you're still performing at a high level. This will help you stop overriding what you're feeling and start treating those inner signals as useful information instead of something to push past. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform, helping high-achieving women close the gap between their success and their sense of fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	Why Strategy Alone Fails at a Career Crossroads \| Ep 274 with Dr. Robin	08 Apr 2026	00:24:27
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me — and it gets to the heart of why strategy alone isn't working. "When a successful or an accomplished woman reaches a career crossroads, one of the first things she usually wants is an answer, a plan, a framework, a next step, something she can do. And that makes sense because when life starts feeling uncertain, action feels comforting, strategy feels productive, and a plan feels like relief." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been trying to "figure out your next move" but still feel unclear, this will help you understand why more strategy isn't giving you the answer you're looking for. You'll start to see the deeper question underneath your career crossroads — and why skipping it keeps you stuck, even when you're doing all the "right" things. This episode will shift how you approach decisions, so you can stop chasing the most logical option and start choosing what actually feels true for you. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform, helping high-achieving women close the gap between their success and their sense of fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	Why Achievement Does Not Always Bring Clarity \| Ep 273 with Dr. Robin	01 Apr 2026	00:31:51
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Success can move your career forward and still leave the deeper question unanswered." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You've hit the milestones you once wanted—but something still feels off. This will help you understand why success isn't giving you the clarity you expected. You'll start to see the difference between momentum and true alignment, and why continuing to "do well" can sometimes keep you stuck. If you've been quietly questioning your direction, this will help you make sense of that feeling without assuming something is wrong with you. I am Dr. Robin, and I help high-achieving women navigate career crossroads by understanding the deeper questions around identity, purpose, and alignment so they can create work and lives that feel true to who they are. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	Why Career Crossroads Are Not Random \| Ep 272 with Dr. Robin	25 Mar 2026	00:29:04
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "It is not just tiredness. It is tension. It is not just exhaustion. It's misalignment. And it's not just needing a weekend off. It is the growing realization that success is no longer answering the deeper question." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll understand why questioning your career can show up after success, not failure — and why that doesn't mean anything has gone wrong. You'll start to recognize the pattern behind a career crossroads, so you can stop second guessing yourself and make sense of what you're feeling. You'll learn how to tell the difference between burnout and something deeper, so you can respond with clarity instead of just pushing through. I am a leadership and purpose expert, and I help high-achieving women understand the deeper questions behind their success so they can create work and lives that feel aligned, meaningful, and true to who they are. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Why Successful Women Start Questioning Their Career \| Ep 271 with Dr. Robin	18 Mar 2026	00:28:04
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Sometimes what is happening is that your inner life has evolved. You have evolved, but your outer path has not fully caught up yet. And that can create a kind of tension that is hard to explain to people who only know how to measure success from the outside." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever found yourself questioning your career even though everything still looks successful on the outside, this episode will help you understand why that moment happens. You'll hear why many high-achieving women reach a point where success alone is no longer enough to answer deeper questions about direction and meaning. You'll learn the difference between a temporary moment of uncertainty and what I call a defining career crossroads. I'm a leadership expert, executive coach, and researcher who helps high-achieving women close the gap between external success and internal alignment so they can lead and live with greater purpose. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	The Career Crossroads High Achieving Women Don't Expect \| Ep 270 with Dr. Robin	11 Mar 2026	00:12:24
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Many of us were taught to think about careers as a straight line. Choose a direction, work hard, advance, continue succeeding. But real careers rarely unfold in such a simple way. As people grow, their sense of identity grows as well. Values start to become clearer, interests deepen, priorities shift, and sometimes the career path that once felt perfectly right begins to feel incomplete." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll understand why career uncertainty often appears after success, not at the beginning of a career. If you've ever wondered why something that once felt right now feels unclear, this episode will help you make sense of that moment. You'll hear how the career crossroads shows up for many high-achieving women — including the subtle shift from asking "How do I succeed here?" to asking "Is this actually the direction I want my career life to go?" You'll walk away with a powerful reflection question that may help you recognize whether the uncertainty you're feeling is actually a signal for deeper alignment in your work and life. I'm Dr. Robin L. Owens, professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, where I help high-achieving women close the gap between outward success and inner fulfillment so they can create work and lives that feel truly aligned. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	Stop Waiting to Feel Ready \| Ep 269 with Dr. Robin	04 Mar 2026	00:19:42
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin – "Fear is information. It is not instruction. In other words, fear is just giving you some information. It's just telling you what's happening. It's not telling you what to do." If you're standing at a crossroads — wanting the next step but noticing your confidence hasn't quite caught up — this episode is for you. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll understand why fear gets louder right when something meaningful is in front of you — and why that doesn't mean you're unqualified or unready. You'll learn the simple reframe that shifts you from "How do I eliminate fear?" to "How do I move with fear present?" You'll walk away with a practical 3-step tool — name, shrink, schedule — so you don't just feel inspired, you actually take one honest step forward within 72 hours. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform, helping high-achieving women close the gap between their success and their sense of fulfillment. If you've been waiting to feel fully confident before you act, this is your reminder: confidence is built through movement, not before it. Go with your knees knocking. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Business Owners at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	Numb. Successful. Unfulfilled. \| Ep 268 with Dr. Robin & Adriane Jones	25 Feb 2026	00:44:52
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin, as a guest on the Career Breakers podcast — "I knew there had come a point where I was just going through the motions, and I was numb. I had headaches. Sunday night, I would dread it. So I knew, you know, they these were signs. It wasn't like suddenly the light came on. It was just that was the last straw." If you've ever built the career, checked the boxes, and still felt that quiet dread creeping in on Sunday night… this conversation will speak directly to you. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear what a real career crossroads actually feels like — not dramatic, not glamorous, but subtle, slow, and impossible to ignore. If you've been "going through the motions," you'll feel seen. You'll learn a practical way to evaluate your next move using the four "purpose parts" — so you're not guessing your way into another role that looks good but doesn't fit. You'll discover why purpose isn't a job title — and how to make decisions that align with who you truly are, whether you stay, pivot, or create something new. I'm Dr. Robin — professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy, framework, and platform, supporting high-achieving women in leadership to close the gap between success and fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	What to Do When You've Outgrown Your Success \| Ep 267 with Dr. Robin	18 Feb 2026	00:14:05
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "So reinvention after success isn't about becoming someone new. It's about allowing who you actually are to emerge, to rise. And that takes a different kind of courage. Not the loud courage of ambition, but the quiet courage of alignment." If you've built the career, earned the respect, and created stability — but something inside of you is shifting — this episode is for you. In this solo conversation, I'm talking about the kind of reinvention high-achieving women rarely admit out loud. The kind that happens after success. The kind that feels both terrifying and true. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll understand why reinvention after success feels so unsettling — and why that tension between stability and alignment is actually a sign of growth, not failure. You'll hear why grieving an old identity is normal, even when everyone else still applauds the life you've built. You'll begin to see that you're not starting over — you're starting deeper, wiser, and more aligned with who you are now. I'm Dr. Robin — professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy, framework, and platform, supporting high-achieving women in leadership to close the gap between success and fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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 Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz
	The Version of You Who Built This Career Isn't Meant for the Next Chapter \| Ep 266 with Dr. Robin	11 Feb 2026	00:18:54
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. I say — "You may be like so many high achieving women who are accomplished that you might be living in an outdated version of who you are. Versions that were built from who you were, who you used to be, who you have been, and you haven't updated this sense of who you are." If you've been successful, accomplished, and respected — but lately you feel restless, misaligned, or quietly questioning what's next — this episode is for you. In this solo conversation, I talk about why purpose doesn't disappear, why it often feels confusing at this stage of your career, and how to recognize when your purpose is asking to evolve. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll understand why feeling unfulfilled doesn't mean something is wrong — it often means you've outgrown a former version of yourself. You'll learn how "shoulds," expectations, and identity armor quietly block clarity when you're at a career crossroads. You'll walk away with four simple questions that help you reconnect with what feels aligned now — not who you used to be. I'm Dr. Robin — professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy, framework, and platform, supporting high-achieving women in leadership to close the gap between success and fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	You Don't Owe Your Life to Who You Used to Be \| Ep 265 with Dr. Robin	04 Feb 2026	00:15:01
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me, Dr. Robin. I say – "There comes a moment in your evolution where who you used to be stops being enough to hold who you are becoming. And it's subtle. It's not dramatic. There isn't a meltdown or a breakdown. It's more like a quiet noticing, a soft discomfort, a sense that you're wearing a version of yourself that no longer fits." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been feeling out of sync with the life or career you've worked so hard to build, this episode will help you understand why — and why it's not a sign you're lost, it's a sign you're evolving. I talk about the emotional reality of being in between identities — when the version of you that built your success no longer fits, but the new version isn't fully formed yet. You'll hear a new way to think about success — not as something to chase or perform, but as something to feel. Something that reflects who you are now. Dr. Robin L. Owens is a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy. She helps high-achieving women close the gap between outer success and inner fulfillment, so they can lead with more alignment, clarity, and meaning. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	You're Done Pretending This Still Fits \| Ep 264 with Dr. Robin	28 Jan 2026	00:13:00
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from me, Dr. Robin. "You are not at a crossroads because you're confused. You're at a crossroads because you're ready. Readiness often feels like discomfort, not chaos, but restlessness, not panic, but misalignment, not fear, but a gentle insistence that something more true is calling." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You might be feeling a quiet restlessness, even though everything in your life looks successful — I talk about why that feeling matters. I share what I've learned from working with high-achieving women who've reached this same moment — and why it's not about burnout or crisis. If you're craving clarity or asking yourself, "What's next?" — this episode will help you recognize that this isn't the end of a chapter, it's the beginning of your next one. I'm Dr. Robin, a professor, speaker, author, and the creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy. In this solo episode, I'm sharing what it really feels like to reach a career crossroads — and how you can meet it with clarity, direction, and purpose. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist 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
	If You're Doing It All for Everyone Else… What's It Costing You? \| Ep 263 with Vikita Poindexter	21 Jan 2026	00:38:24
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Vikita Poindexter. She says – "My health start to suffer, because I was so focused on everything and everybody else till I was neglecting myself. So my health was suffering, and, I had to have a, a heart to heart conversation with myself to say, okay, you're going to have to do things differently." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been pushing through exhaustion because "other people need you," this conversation helps you confront what it's really costing you. You'll hear what happens when a high-achieving woman realizes that self-sacrifice without limits isn't sustainable — and why something has to change. This episode will help you recognize your own warning signs before your body forces the decision for you. Vikita Poindexter is the President and CEO of Poindexter Consulting Group, leading one of the nation's most trusted HR consulting firms, and she is the author of Brokenness to Breakthrough. You can find Vikita's book on Amazon here at: https://www.amazon.com/Brokenness-Breakthrough Connect with Vikita at: Website: https://pcghr.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikitapoindexter/ Email: vikita@pcghr.net 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
	You Don't Have to Stay Somewhere You've Outgrown with Žana DeVine \| Ep 262	14 Jan 2026	00:39:19
This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Žana DeVine. She says - "Those questions, when I started to really look at them and actually not care anymore about that, but actually care more about what my heart and my soul is driving me to do, even though it's really scary, this is when it got quieter. And this is when the dream got bigger." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been doing "the right things" on paper but still feel that quiet pull toward something else, you'll hear a real way to work with fear instead of letting it run the show. You'll get a simple mindset shift that helps you stop spiraling into "what if it goes wrong?" and start asking "what if it goes right?" You'll walk away with a grounded reminder that your purpose doesn't require a perfect plan—just an honest look at what you can't ignore anymore. Žana DeVine is the founder and CEO of ZD Hospitality, author of Built to Serve, Train to Lead, and host of the podcast R and R Resilience and Rebirth, with three decades of experience with global brands like Hilton, InterContinental, and Four Seasons. Connect with Žana at: Website: https://zdhospitality.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zanahospitality/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zdh-rnr/ 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
	You're Not Stuck. You're Listening to the Wrong Voice. \| Ep 261 with Dr. Robin	07 Jan 2026	00:20:35
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
	The Loop You Don't Know You're Stuck In with Dr. Robin \| Ep 260	31 Dec 2025	00:18:34
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
	The Lightning Bolt That Changed Her Relationship With Work with Elisha Meek \| Ep 259	24 Dec 2025	00:36:30
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
	The Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything with Katya Karlova \| Ep 258	17 Dec 2025	00:31:56
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
	When Your Career Looks Great but Feels Off with Sara Anderson \| Ep 257	10 Dec 2025	00:29:58
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
	She Walked Away at 59 and Found True Purpose with Dr. Nina Nola	03 Dec 2025	00:33:44
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
	The Wake Up Call That Changed Everything with Martine Cohen \| Ep 255	26 Nov 2025	00:29:25
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
	You Don't Need a Five-Year Plan — You Need the Next Right Step with Dr. Robin \| Ep 254	19 Nov 2025	00:10:26
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
	What If Feeling Stuck Is Actually a Good Sign? with Dr. Robin \| Ep 253	12 Nov 2025	00:11:21
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
	From Law to Travel to True Purpose with Riya Kurian \| Ep 252	05 Nov 2025	00:41:52
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
	From Radio Dreams to Nonprofit Leadership with Alina Correa \| Ep 251	29 Oct 2025	00:29:13
This week's "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Alina Correa. She says — "As much as I love speaking with people and talking to people, I was not using my best skills in this job. It was a lot of following very specific procedures. And I did a great job. When I told them I was leaving for the Red Cross, they were like, 'We'll give you more money. Just stay.' Like, they were asking me to stay, but in my heart, I couldn't." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear how following what feels fulfilling — even without a clear plan — can lead to meaningful career shifts You'll learn how to stay open to opportunities and advocate for yourself, even when you feel unsure or unqualified You'll get a real look at how purpose often comes from action, not from having everything figured out Alina Correa is the interim executive director for the West Los Angeles chapter of the American Red Cross. In this episode, she shares how her career path took unexpected turns — from radio to aerospace to nonprofit leadership — and how staying connected to her desire to help others kept her grounded through it all. Connect with Alina on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinacorrea 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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