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]

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 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

Today I’m talking with Julie Kratz who is an allyship speaker, trainer, and author of six books. Yes, six books!!

One book is Allyship In Action, another Lead Like An Ally, she has a children's book and more. Julie is committed to promoting allyship in the workplace. And I know from my own interaction with her that she is passionate about it and she's very good at what she does.

In this episode we discussed

• Julie's path into allyship and her books on the topics of diversity and inclusion
• the fear and pressure women often experience when taking risks
• balancing work and personal boundaries for a purposeful life

Connect with Julie at:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/juliekratz_diversityandinclusion-leadership-allyship-activity-7140693195054587906-nzNu/

Website: https://nextpivotpoint.com/

Purchase any of Julie’s books on Amazon at:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Julie-Kratz/author/B07C9FYN32?

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

Is Your Book Ready to be Turned into a Successful Online Course? Find out by downloading my time-tested FREE “Book-to-Course Readiness Checklist.” Get it here today: Create Masterful Courses (https://createmasterfulcourses.com/)

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 we're talking with Jeannie Gainsburg, who is an award winning educational trainer and consultant in the field of LGBTQ+ inclusion and effective allyship.

She's the founder of Savvy Ally Action, and author of the book, The Savvy Ally - A Guide For Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate.

Jeannie has a BA in psychology and a MA in social work, and she received the distinction from the New York State Assembly to be a distinguished educational and human rights service person. So she has done wonderful and great things.

In this episode we discussed:

• how and why, at the age of 40, Jeannie decided to being the journey to become an LGBTQ+ Ally
• common misconceptions about LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace
• Jeannie’s book, The Savvy Ally, and the impact it has had on different sectors of the community

Get in touch with Jeannie at:

Website: https://www.savvyallyaction.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannie-gainsburg/

You can purchase Jeannie’s book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Savvy-Ally-JEANNIE-GAINSBURG/dp/1538136775

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

Is Your Book Ready to be Turned into a Successful Online Course? Find out by downloading my time-tested FREE “Book-to-Course Readiness Checklist.” Get it here today: Create Masterful Courses (https://createmasterfulcourses.com/)

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 Anne Janzer, who is a nonfiction book coach and author of multiple award winning books on writing.

Anne’s works include The Writer's Process, Writing to be Understood, and The Writer's Voice. She guides authors and writers using the concept of servant authorship, or writing to serve a specific group of people with a meaningful message.

Anne has books and audiobooks and blogs and so many things that you can find on her website.

In this episode we discussed:

• Overcoming self doubt and imposter syndrome
• Creating a personal and natural voice in writing, and not trying to appeal to everyone
• Writing with the intention of making an impact rather than waiting for the perfect time or idea.

Get in touch with Anne at:

Website: https://annejanzer.com/

Email at [email protected]

YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/annejanzer

You can purchase her books on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anne-Janzer/author/B00S36V23C

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

Is Your Book Ready to be Turned into a Successful Online Course? Find out by downloading my time-tested FREE “Book-to-Course Readiness Checklist.” Get it here today: Create Masterful Courses (https://createmasterfulcourses.com/)

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 Karin Freeland who is an award winning author of the book, Grab Life by the Dreams: The Essential Guide to Getting Unstuck and Living Your Purpose.

Karin is a certified life reinvention coach, and focuses on helping professional women transform their lives, overcome fears, achieve their dreams, all without sacrificing time with family and friends, without sacrificing their health, and without sacrificing their self care. She has also created a brilliant signature program that combines lessons from all the 15 years of her experience in corporate, and she puts it together in a methodology developed for you.

In this episode we discussed:

• her journey from corporate workaholic to successful author and life coach

• the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life, even outside of your working life

• the importance of self-care, listening to your body and avoiding burnout

Connect with Karin at:

Website: https://www.karinfreeland.com/dreams

You can purchase her book on Amazon here at:

https://www.amazon.com/Grab-Life-Dreams-Karin-Freeland/dp/B0CGMVJW9H

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

Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@robinlowenspodcast

Is Your Book Ready to be Turned into a Successful Online Course? Find out by downloading my time-tested FREE “Book-to-Course Readiness Checklist.” Get it here today: Create Masterful Courses (https://createmasterfulcourses.com/)

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 Sonya David. She is the author of the book, Master Your Disguise: The High Achievers 3 Step Guide to Harness the Power of Imposter Syndrome. She's also a contributing author to Anthology and her piece is Wanting Women Writing About Desire.

Sonia has a Bachelors of Art in Political Science and Religion, a Master of Divinity from Harvard University, and she holds Certificates in Restorative Justice Facilitation, Executive Leadership in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and so much more.

Sonia delights in teaching high achievers from all walks of life who struggle with imposter syndrome to master their disguise by taking their negative thoughts and narratives and putting them to work for good.

In this episode we discussed:

• Sonia’s experiences and how personal changes can inspire professional growth and self-acceptance

• her three-step process to tackle imposter syndrome effectively

• why high achieving women in particular are susceptible to imposter syndrome

Connect with Sonia at:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-m-david/

You can purchase her book here at:

https://www.amazon.in/Master-Your-Disguise-High-Achievers-Harnessing-ebook/dp/B0CGJHRG69

Is Your Book Ready to be Turned into a Successful Online Course? Find out by downloading my time-tested FREE “Book-to-Course Readiness Checklist.” Get it here today: Create Masterful Courses (https://createmasterfulcourses.com/)

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