Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Rebecca Bloom.

"I would say bring your top five favorite things about yourself, your gifts, to the table every day as you approach your work. I don't think you can go wrong if you do that."

Rebecca is the author of the upcoming book, When Women Get Sick, which shows women and their supporters how to maximize coverage, benefits, and security, and minimize stress, fear, and confusion as they navigate illness.

And Rebecca has been a patient and workplace advocate for 25 years. She's a former workplace and benefits attorney who has worked with thousands of women, and a Yale and NYU School of Law educated attorney.

In this episode we discussed:

• Rebecca's journey as a patient and workplace advocate and how it has influenced her mission in helping women with their health battles.
• how personal and family health challenges also contributed to leading Rececca on this path
• how important it is to ask for help and support when grappling with health-related challenges, especially as women

Connect with Rebecca at:

Website: https://www.whenwomengetsick.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-bloom-0324b833/

Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?

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

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

Email: [email protected]

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This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today, I'm talking with Diana Peterson-More. She is a native Angelino, which is pretty amazing in this day and age, born and raised in Los Angeles.

Diana was a practicing employment lawyer for a number of years. And then like many in that field moved into human resources and really, is fascinated by what motivates people.

Diana is a best selling author, speaker, strategic planner, coach, and so much more. And she is the author of many books, but the one I will mention right now is Can't We All Just Get Along, Courageous Communication and the Return to Civility.

In this episode we discussed:

• Diana's book "Can't We All Just Get Along" and the topic of division within our society

• aligning your career with your personal values and skills

• recognizing your own self-worth and prioritising self care as a high achieving woman

Connect with Diana at:

Website: https://dianapetersonmore.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadership-consultant-usa/

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: [email protected]

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This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today, I'm talking with Robin Finn who is the author of a new book, Heart, Soul, Pen - Find Your Voice on the Page and in Your Life.

Robin is an award winning writer, teacher, coach, founder, and creator of Heart, Soul, Pen, a women's writing program where midlife and menopause inspire the desire to say what you mean without apologizing.

I mean, who doesn't need that?

Robin's essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, and more. She also has a Master's degree in Public Health and in Spiritual Psychology.

In this episode we discussed:

• the therapeutic benefits of writing and journaling
• importance of finding your voice, particularly as a high achieving woman
• the value of sharing in a writing community

Connect with Robin at:

Website: https://www.robinfinn.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-finn-65372557/

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

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

Pre-order Robin's book here at https://www.robinfinn.com/heart-soul-pen/

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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today, I'm talking with Betsy Heller Cohen, who is the author of a new ebook titled 10 Trends for Hiring in 2024 for Foreign Born People Seeking Jobs. Now that alone is interesting!!

But, she's also the executive director of the St. Louis Mosaic Project, a program of the nonprofit World Trade Center, and she's a proud graduate of Wellesley College and has her MBA from Harvard Business School.

In this episode we discussed:

• Betsy's career and how her interest in supporting foreign-born people came about
• how her ebook "10 Trends for Hiring in 2024 for Foreign Born People Seeking Jobs" helps immigrants find job opportunities
• the importance of using and embracing new technologies

Connect with Betsy at:

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

Website: https://www.welcomeyouarehired.com/

Saint Louis Mosaic Project: https://stlmosaicproject.org

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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today I'm talking with Jayna Sheats who is a scientist, entrepreneur and author of the fascinating book, Hanna's Ascent, and her own extraordinary story to share.

Jayna's career and life are testimonies to the belief that technology and storytelling can coexist and enrich one another.

In this episode we discussed:

• Jayna's unique blend of scientific expertise and artistic flair
• her experiences as a transgender woman in a world that's not always accepting
• how storytelling became her healing power

Connect with Jayna at her website: https://jaynasheats.com/

You can purchase her book Hanna's Ascent at https://www.bedazzledink.com/hannas-ascent.html

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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today, I'm talking to Eli Walker. Eli is a wellness expert and author of the book, Drunk Yoga. She's best known for the founding of the internationally acclaimed Drunk Yoga brand.

Through the brand, Eli has supported over 800 teams around the world to create a sense of belonging, a positive mindset, and purposeful productivity. She's also the founder of the Uplift Center, which curates social yoga experiences that engage community through play.

In this episode we discussed:

• the serendipitous moment of how Drunk Yoga came to be during a night out at a bar
• how creating live moments of human connection can spark belonging for people
• setting timelines for our goals and purpose in life

Connect with Eli at:

The Uplift Center: https://www.theuplift.center/

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

Purchase Eli's book Drunk Yoga at https://www.amazon.com/Drunk-Yoga-Wine-Poses-Spirit/dp/1510740821/

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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today, I'm talking with Shanita Liu, who likes to say firstly, she's the mom of 3 warriors.

But she's also a TEDx speaker, author of the book, Dear Durga, and she's a Fulbright Scholar, a certified life coach.

Shanita has so many skills she'll tell you about in our conversation, but I'll just let you know a couple more. She's an award winning writer and she's contributed to various platforms, including Forbes Women, Thrive Global, and Brown Girl Magazine.

In this episode we discussed:

• how a toxic job saw Shanita shift from non-profit and towards life coaching
• activating courage and some practical steps to take
• advice on not sticking strictly to a grand plan but be open to other possibilites

Connect with Shanita at

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

Purchase Shanita's book Dear Durga at: https://www.coachshanita.com/book

Email Shanita for a copy of her free workbook Victorious Me at [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

In today's solo episode, I delve into the immense power of joy and its significance in the lives of high-achieving women seeking more meaning and purpose in their careers and personal lives.

In this episode I talked about:

• the power of joy and its impact on personal growth and fulfillment
• the difference between joy and happiness
• a method for taking a "joy break" to bring joy into your every day life

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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Today I'm talking with Chrissy Bernal.

After suddenly ending up in the global spotlight for her unique identical twins, Chrissy was savvy enough to know she needed to create and grow her twins brands quickly. So after receiving really bad advice that cost her time and 1,000s of dollars, she decided to dive into learning what she really needed to do to help her twins gain momentum in their brand and to be taken seriously.

Fast forward to now and she's the founder of Be A Better Brand. And by using proven marketing and pulling together branding, messaging, and publicity to clearly communicate their stories, increase their influence, and reduce the chaos experienced in the journey of being known.

In this episode we discussed:

• Chrissy's mission to support women and special needs entrepreneurs
• her approach to self-care
• how Chrissy has embraced her life's purpose

Connect with Chrissy at

Website: http://www.beabetterbrand.com/

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

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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

In this solo episode, Dr. Robin talks about how to renew your joy at work. She uses examples of personal experiences and expertise along with one of her favorite books - The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks.

Dr. Robin highlights the importance of operating within your "zone of genius" as the number one step toward becoming a person who has meaning and purpose in their lives and work.

In this episode she shared:

• it is possible to have joy in your work
• choosing the types of activities that can bring us joy
• ways to get started today on your pathway to 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: [email protected]

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 #YourPodcastHelp at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz