This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from me. I say – "Success is not the same as fulfillment. And I realized I was not broken. I was misaligned. I was out of alignment with who I really was."

In this solo episode, I open up about a season of my life when everything on the outside looked right—leadership role, title, prestige—but inside, I felt completely out of sync. I share the moment I started asking, "Why do I feel empty?" and how that question led me to the concept of misalignment. If you've ever had a quiet sense that something's off—even when you're technically successful—this conversation is for you.

I'm Dr. Robin, a college professor, author, and purpose coach—and in this podcast, I guide high-achieving women who are looking to align their work with who they truly are.

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

• You'll learn how to recognize the quiet signs of misalignment—even when your career looks great on paper.

• You'll get a simple framework to identify if your "what," "who," or "why" is out of sync with your true self.

• You'll leave with 4 reflective questions to help you reconnect with your passions, values, and purpose—plus a small, doable homework assignment to get started.

Connect with me on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd Send a message with the word "purpose" to get the free one-pager with the 4 questions I mentioned in the episode.

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

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from me. I say –

"Letting go of the old you isn't about losing yourself. It's about freeing yourself and becoming who you are today. Because the truth is, you're not meant to stay the same. You're meant to grow. You're meant to change. You're meant to keep becoming. And this is a major milestone on your path to true purpose and fulfillment."

Ever find yourself clinging to a version of you that just doesn't fit anymore? In this solo episode, I'm sharing the signs that you might be wearing the "old you" and what it really means to grow into the person you are today. I talk about the outdated roles, habits, and identities we often hold onto—and how freeing it can feel to finally let them go. If you've been feeling like something's off or you're on the edge of burnout, this episode is for you.

I'm breaking down the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways we stay stuck in the past, and I offer a simple mindset shift that can open up space for more joy, more purpose, and more alignment in your life and work.

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

• You'll learn six signs you might be holding onto an identity that no longer reflects who you are today.

• You'll get practical, honest examples from my own journey to help you spot where you might be stuck.

• You'll feel empowered to release what no longer fits and step more fully into the version of yourself you're becoming.

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

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Kohila Sivas. She says –

"We wear all the shoulds, and then we become empty. And then we ask, why am I empty? I did everything right. I'm still feeling empty. That's because your soul, you haven't considered this soul. So if you're successful, that's what I would look at. We are a product of an education system, a society that made us believe that you have to do this. You should do this. You need to produce this way. You need to perform. Like, performance is everything. If you're not performing, you you must be really bad at your life. We're always measured by performance. I think we need to replace that with we just need to be present."

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

• You'll hear how a near-tragic experience at age 12 became the turning point that shaped her mission and her life's purpose.

• You'll discover why performance and "checking boxes" leave so many women unfulfilled, and what to focus on instead.

• You'll learn how presence, alignment, and honoring your soul can help you move past burnout and toward meaningful, purpose-driven work.

Kohila Sivas is a visionary educator and learning success coach who created the Holistic Neuro-Growth Method, a groundbreaking approach that helps children, families, and now adults heal from burnout, overwhelm, and disconnection. She leads a global movement to restore the human spirit in learning and life.

Connect with Kohila at: Website: http://holisticsuccesscodes.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WholisticSuccessCodes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholistic_successcodes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WholisticSuccessCodes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wholistic-successcodes/

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/

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Email: [email protected]

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Nichole Daher. She says –

"Finding a place where you can both meet your family's financial stability needs and leave the world a better place than when you found it, that to me is the ultimate standard of achievement."

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

• Hear the inspiring story of how a stepmom's determination to help her daughter sparked a nationwide movement of autism therapy clinics.

• Learn how to combine purpose and profit in a way that sustains your life and creates lasting change.

• Get practical encouragement for taking bold steps toward work that truly matters, even when it feels risky.

Nichole Daher is the founder of Success on the Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise in the U.S., dedicated to helping children and families get the support they need while empowering other entrepreneurs to do the same.

Connect with Nichole at: http://sosfranchising.com/

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 for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Tania Khazaal. She says —

"What's so amazing — and also dangerous — is when people say, 'Look how well you're juggling everything.' Because almost always, it's at the cost of our own happiness."

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

• Tania shares how she went from corporate burnout to building a purpose-led business — all while raising a child, supporting her mom's healing journey, and working full-time.

• You'll hear how she kept showing up, even when the path wasn't clear — and how her faith and "future pacing" kept her grounded in the hard seasons.

• If you're feeling stretched thin and wondering what's next, this episode will remind you that your next chapter doesn't need to be perfectly planned — it just needs to start.

Tania Khazaal is the founder of Tania the Herbalist, a wellness-based business and life coaching brand. She's the author of The Passive Profit Formula and runs a 7-figure online business helping health and wellness practitioners turn their passion into profit, without burnout.

Connect with Tania at: Website: https://www.taniatheherbalist.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taniatheherbalist

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

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 for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Lisa Levy. She says —

"Being an entrepreneur, starting a business, being a business owner, is not glamorous and it's not easy. It's long, long days, hard work, questioning yourself and your sanity along the way. But when you find the groove, it's also freedom and it's independence."

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

• You'll hear the unfiltered truth about what it's really like to walk away from a "perfect on paper" job — and why sometimes that decision is the first step to freedom.

• Lisa shares a surprisingly simple 3-step innovation engine you can use to explore new ideas and re-energize your path forward.

• If you've been feeling stuck or unfulfilled, this conversation offers clear, non-fluffy guidance for how to start building something more meaningful — even if you're not sure what that looks like yet.

Lisa Levy is the founder and CEO of Lcubed Consulting, a top-ranked change management firm. She's also the author of Future Proofing Cubed and the creator of the Adaptive Transformation Framework — a practical model designed to help leaders build teams that actually work, without burning out or micromanaging.

Connect with Lisa at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisallevy/

Lisa's book Future Proofing Cubed is available on Amazon here at https://www.amazon.com/Future-Proofing-Cubed-Productivity-Profitability-ebook/dp/B085HZDM6N

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/

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Email: [email protected]

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Naaima Khan. She says –

"Take care of your spiritual self first. Really ground yourself in what anchors you from your principles, whether it's tied to a specific spiritual practice or not, whether it's informed by a community or not. But I think wherever you're able to find and kind of tap into that spiritual base and keep it well and keep your heart well, and I'm not just talking about the physical exercise of the heart, which is also very important, but just the emotional state of the heart, like a peaceful heart. Being able to tend to creating that peaceful heart is going to be really central to doing work that is sustainable."

Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode

• Hear what it really looks like to make a big career leap—without romanticizing it. Naaima shares how small, intentional shifts helped her move from burnout to building a values-aligned business

• If you're questioning your current role, Naaima's story will help you spot the subtle signs of misalignment and show you what it means to listen to your deeper calling

• Gain a fresh perspective on meaningful work. Purpose-led work doesn't have to be flashy or grand—it can be quiet, steady, and rooted in doing good right where you are

Naaima Khan is a senior strategist and founder of Create Good, where she helps organizations advance racial and economic equity. With over 15 years in the social sector and a thoughtful shift from DEI to anti-colonial frameworks, her work is grounded in deep values, authenticity, and a commitment to justice.

Connect with Naaima at:

Email: [email protected]

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

Website: https://www.creategood.space/

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

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Email: [email protected]

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Dr. Debbie Goldman. She says – "If it's only about yourself going to the next rung, getting a higher pay, getting a higher title—that's not ultimately what gives you purpose. But if you're joining with others to make things better, that's what gives you a sense of purpose."

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

• You'll hear how one woman reshaped her career around service and advocacy—without giving up her ambition

• You'll be reminded why collective purpose often feels more meaningful than personal success

• You'll learn how to keep learning and growing at every stage of life—including earning a PhD at 69

Dr. Debbie Goldman is a longtime labor researcher, policy advocate, and author of Disconnected: Call Center Workers Fight for Good Jobs in the Digital Age. With decades of experience inside one of the nation's largest labor unions, she shares her lifelong commitment to justice, equity, and meaningful work.

Connect with Debbie at:

Email: [email protected] Purchase Debbie's book here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Disconnected-Workers-Digital-Working-American/dp/0252088158

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/

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Email: [email protected]

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Neri Karra Sillaman. She says –

"It is never about you. All the entrepreneurs I talk to, that's the most surprising element. When they were building the businesses, it was never about them. They never thought of themselves as the sun in the middle, and they are this leader that is shining out their intelligence and benevolence to others, but they are thinking of others first. And that's what creates business longevity."

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

• You'll hear how Neri made the bold decision to walk away from a successful family business to pursue what really lit her up—and the moment she knew it was time.

• You'll learn why so many immigrant entrepreneurs build businesses that last, and how those same principles can apply to your life and work.

• You'll get real insight into what it means to live with purpose, even when it means going against expectations and choosing yourself.

Born in communist Bulgaria and once a refugee living in a tent, Neri shares how education became her North Star, how she built a global luxury goods brand with her family, and why stepping away from it all led her to the work she was truly meant to do.

Neri Karra Sillaman is a globally recognized entrepreneur, author, and advisor to leaders worldwide. She's also the founder of a luxury leather goods brand, a former associate professor, and author of Pioneers: Eight Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs.

Connect with Neri at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prof.neri/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neri-karra-sillaman/ You can purchase her book Pioneers at Amazon here https://www.amazon.com/Pioneers-Principles-Longevity-Immigrant-Entrepreneurs/dp/1394304056

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/

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Email: [email protected]

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

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Uma Subramanian. She says –

"Her journey is unique and the way purpose and meaning looks like in her life might be different from the other women that she's probably listening to. So just trusting her journey and trying to find meaning and purpose in just the day to day flow of life... being open to opportunities, being open to being courageous to, when she sees those opportunities, being able to seize those and follow-up with those."

Uma Subramanian is a certified executive leadership coach, speaker, and accomplished tech industry veteran, including a 20-year tenure at Microsoft. She's now the founder and CEO of Limitless Leaders, a global brand that helps mid-career tech professionals become empowered and sought-after leaders. Her mission is to help leaders thrive in their careers without burnout, hustle, or playing politics. Outside of work, she's a proud mom of two teenagers and now two beloved dogs.

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

• You'll hear how a bold, unexpected career moment became the spark for purpose-led leadership.

• You'll hear how Uma found deep purpose after walking away from a toxic job—and how she turned that moment into a mission to help others.

• You'll get a fresh, honest perspective on why your purpose doesn't have to look like anyone else's—and how to spot opportunities that are already in front of you.

Connect with Uma at: https://www.thelimitlessleaders.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/uma-subramanian

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 for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz