Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin

This week's "How She Finds Purpose" insight comes from Susie Schaefer. She says – "Our self-worth isn't tied to what we own—it's in how we take care of ourselves."

Susie's path to purposeful work didn't follow a straight line, but it did follow her intuition. After a major life change, she took a chance on something new and unfamiliar - independent publishing.

What started as a leap of faith turned into a thriving business, and a calling. She now helps authors bring meaningful stories into the world, blending her deep publishing expertise with spiritual insight to guide them through both the practical and emotional sides of writing.

Susie Schaefer is the CEO and founder of Finish the Book Publishing. She's known as a transformational book doula for "cause publishing". Whether supporting an author through healing past trauma or helping amplify a voice for social change, Susie empowers storytellers to spark movements. When she's not publishing books or writing screenplays, you'll find her meditating on a beach, doing yoga, or planning her next travel adventure.

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

1. You'll hear how life transitions - divorce, job changes, uncertainty - can open doors to a purpose you didn't expect.

2. You'll learn why tuning into your inner voice might just be the business strategy you didn't know you needed.

3. You'll get a powerful reminder that it's okay to shift gears midlife, and that doing so can lead to more alignment, joy, and meaning.

Connect with Susie at: https://www.finishthebookpublishing.com/

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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 Valerie Sandjivy. She says –

"That's something else I want to say is that, each time I was told to do something, I did it one step. And then the second step that I didn't know what it was. Showed up. But of course my mind wanted to know the 12 steps, you know, to go, to go all the way."

Valerie Sandjivy is an adaptive leadership mentor and business coach with over two decades of experience. She's the founder of Ellips, where she supports executives, C-suite leaders, and entrepreneurs in leading with emotional intelligence, adaptability, and innovation.

With a unique blend of self-leadership, emotional mastery, and soul care, Valerie is passionate about helping others rethink how they lead, grow, and show up - both in business and in life.

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

1. You'll hear a refreshingly honest take on building a purpose-aligned life, even when you don't have it all figured out.

2. You'll learn why listening to your intuition (even when it doesn't make sense) can completely reshape your career path.

3. You'll get a simple but powerful tip on how to create space in your day for more meaning, even if you only have five minutes.

Connect with Valerie at:

Website: https://www.ellips.us.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesandjivy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valarie_sandjivy/

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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 Sabine Schoepke. She says:

"My biggest advice is don't try to get all of the answers. Like, do one tiny little step at a time. Take inventory of, okay, what's feeling good? What's feeling good for me physically and what's not? Change that. Because I really do believe that our feelings are our superpower, are the greatest power that we have. The feelings that are good and the feelings that don't feel good because they show us what's not right. So check-in. Take little steps into the directions that feel good and take a step back from the ones that don't feel good. And you will see that when you take little steps, the next one is gonna present itself. Things are gonna magically fall into place or show up in your life when it's like, oh, wow. So it doesn't need big leaps, and it doesn't need all of the answers. Don't wait for that. Take initiative, take inventory, and take action."

Sabine Schoepke is a dynamic entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience now dedicated to helping others redefine midlife and create aligned financial freedom. A trailblazer and disruptor, Sabine sold her latest company and retired at 51, shifting her focus to guiding others. Her journey spans seven businesses, a best-selling book, and professional bodybuilding, all of which fuel her unique, authentic coaching style. She empowers clients to embrace true success, grounded in alignment, purpose, and joy.

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

1. Hear Sabine's remarkable journey from homelessness to building seven successful businesses, and the powerful mindset shifts that made it possible.

2. Discover the simple yet impactful steps you can take to find greater purpose and alignment in your own life.

3. Learn how Sabine's bold decision to leave everything behind and seek clarity on a mountain reshaped her life, and how her insights can inspire your next move.

Connect with Sabine at: Website: https://www.thepowerlifecoach.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabineschoepke/

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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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 Angelica Wheaton. She says:

"I feel like we can always pivot if we're not passionate about what we're doing right now. It's never too late to go and find what it is for your true calling."

Angelica Wheaton is a seasoned serial entrepreneur with a remarkable ability to build businesses from the ground up. She's the CEO of Pacific Business Partners, a consulting firm she founded to help businesses thrive. And on top of all of that, Angelica founded Long Beach Moms, a thriving community of nearly 4,000 members that offers meetups, social outings, charity events, and networking opportunities to support local mothers.

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

1. Hear how Angelica's journey, from designer to retailer to consultant, shows that your true purpose may unfold as you follow your passions.

2. Learn why paying attention to what others recognize in you can reveal clues about your purpose.

3. Discover practical advice on how exploring new experiences and serving others can help you find meaningful work.

Connect with Angelica at: https://www.instagram.com/angelicawheaton

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 my own journey -

"After I made the decision to start moving toward alignment with my authentic self, the world felt brighter, felt lighter. I felt energized because for the first time, I was moving towards something that reflected who I really was. And even though I didn't know exactly what the future looked like and had hope, and I felt excited about what was next, even though I didn't have it all figured out. That's what alignment feels like. It doesn't require certainty, and it brings peace."

In this episode, I wrap up my special three-part series for high-achieving women leaders who are starting to realize that success alone isn't enough. In part one, I shared the story of the moment I knew I wanted my work to make a difference. In part two, I talked about the hidden cost of staying out of alignment with your authentic self. And now, in part three, I'm answering the question: How do I even start aligning my success with my true purpose?

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

1. Learn why you don't need a five-year plan to start moving toward your true purpose — you just need the next step.

2. Find out how reconnecting with your authentic self can shift your energy, bringing clarity and peace even when you don't have everything figured out.

3. Discover how to begin making purpose-aligned decisions that reflect who you really are, so you can be both successful and fulfilled.

Here is the link to register for my free live online workshop on March 18. I would love to see you there and support you on your journey to your true purpose!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/when-success-isnt-enough-how-women-leaders-can-align-success-with-purpose-tickets-1259591866179

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

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 my own journey. I once believed that staying in a "good job" meant I was doing the right thing - even when I felt drained, disconnected, and unfulfilled. But I've learned that staying stuck comes at a cost.

"Every day, you ignore that inner voice. Every day, you tell yourself, well, this is just how it is, you are risking more than you realize. You are risking your health. You are risking your energy. You are risking your joy. You are risking your creativity, the spark that makes you feel alive, and you're risking the impact you were actually meant to make."

In this second episode of my special three-part series, I'm breaking down what you're really risking when you stay in a role or life that no longer fits. If you've ever felt the Sunday night dread, if you've ever told yourself, "This is just how it is," then this episode is for you.

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

1. You'll learn why staying out of alignment isn't as "safe" as it seems, and what it's actually costing you.

2. I'll share how I recognized my own misalignment, so you can start identifying it in your own life.

3. You'll hear how to recognize the difference between exhaustion from overwork and exhaustion from being disconnected from your true purpose.

Here is the link to register for my free live online workshop on March 18. I really hope to see you there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/when-success-isnt-enough-how-women-leaders-can-align-success-with-purpose-tickets-1259591866179

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 me, Dr. Robin. I say -

"This is so common. We climb the ladder. We get the quote "good job". We do everything we were told would make us happy. But then when we look around, we feel empty. We feel numb, like we're just going through the motions because we built our success on other people's expectations not our authentic self. And when we are out of alignment with our authentic self no amount of success will ever feel like enough."

If you've ever thought, I should be happy - I've done everything I was supposed to - but why do I feel this way? then this episode is for you. I'm kicking off a three-part series on why success alone isn't enough, starting with my own story. I'm sharing how I followed the "right" path, checked all the boxes, and still found myself feeling empty - until one simple question changed everything.

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

1. You'll hear how I went from a leadership role at a major bank, where I looked successful but felt disconnected, to discovering what truly fulfills me.

2. I'll introduce two key principles from my Purpose Maker Alignment Framework that help women leaders align success with purpose.

3. You'll get details on my upcoming free online workshop, where I'll walk you through how to find purpose without risking everything you've built.

Register for the free online workshop here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/when-success-isnt-enough-how-women-leaders-can-align-success-with-purpose-tickets-1259591866179

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 Jeanne Sparrow. She says –

"Remember that you are the gift. Plain and simple. You are the gift that the world has been waiting for, and all of us are the gift. And when we can see that in ourselves, then we can see it in other people and see where we fit, because I feel like this whole world, I don't know about you, it's like this big puzzle and we're all these little pieces trying to fit somewhere. And when we find where we fit, and if you do puzzles, you know how satisfying it is when you find that one weird little shaped puzzle piece that has all those weird angles, and it snaps right into place. And then all of a sudden, the picture falls into place and you see what it's gonna be, not just because it's on the box. You are the gift. You are that piece, and the world is waiting for you to figure out your right edges so that you snap into place. Know that."

Jeanne Sparrow is an award-winning speaker, author, Fortune 500 consultant, and seven-time Emmy winner. She is the author of Fearless Authenticity: Lead Better, Sell More, and Speak Sensationally and has spent three decades in media, reaching over 500 million people. She has hosted her own daily TV talk show for seven years, co-hosted radio shows with Steve Harvey and George Wallace, and interviewed stars like Kevin Costner, Halle Berry, and Jamie Foxx. Now, she helps people own their voice, communicate with confidence, and step fully into who they are.

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

1. Learn how to trust your gut – Jeanne shares why listening to your intuition, even when fear is present, can lead you to the right opportunities at the right time.

2. Discover how to recognize when it's time for change – If you're feeling stuck or unfulfilled, Jeanne's story will help you understand the signs that it's time to move on.

3. Get practical advice on showing up authentically – She breaks down how to uncover your unique voice and use it to lead, sell, and speak with impact.

Connect with Jeanne at:

Website: https://jeannesparrow.com/ Instagram" https://www.instagram.com/jmsparrow/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZGddIVJLZ7-L4NsBulwOhQ

You can purchase her book from her website here at https://jeannesparrow.com/book/

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 Leezel Ramos. She says:

"There is no one right way, but there is an intentional way. Right? So sometimes, like, the best advice I like to offer is to utilize a both and approach. Do the internal work of discernment and be in community with trusted mentors and peers who can offer insight you might not be aware of, like when you light up or how you've grown over time. Identify your strengths and understand which of them brings you joy and which don't. Just because you're good at something doesn't mean you want to do it all the time. And be unwavering in your values and honor changes to your life priorities."

Leezel Ramos is the Executive Director of Career and Professional Development at Mount Saint Mary's University in Los Angeles. With a deep commitment to career formation, leadership development, and social justice, she has spent her career helping students—especially first-generation and underrepresented students—turn their passions into meaningful careers. Through her work in higher education, she ensures students have the tools, guidance, and support they need to build a future that aligns with their values and aspirations.

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

1. If you're struggling to figure out your next career move, Leezel shares how to recognize the purpose clues in your life and work.

2. Learn why career development is leadership development and how to take an intentional approach to your career path.

3. Find out why your career path doesn't have to be linear and how embracing change can lead to unexpected opportunities that align with your purpose.

Connect with Leezel at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leezelramos/

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]

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 what I truly believe -

"For many women, these same markers of success can, paradoxically, begin to feel like a cage, trapping them in a life that no longer aligns with their authentic selves. This misalignment isn't a failure. It's a signpost. Recognizing these signs is an important step for moving forward and finding fulfillment and true purpose."

In this episode, I share a personal story about how I discovered my own misalignment. My body was giving me stress-induced signs, and then my father's passing brought on a deeper emotional wake-up call. As I reflect on that experience, I talk about how so many high-achieving women, like me, define success by external markers—even when those accomplishments start to feel hollow or out of step with who we really are.

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

1. Discover how to recognize subtle signs of misalignment in your life, from physical symptoms like stress and fatigue to emotional detachment.

2. Learn actionable steps, like journaling and self-reflection, to uncover areas where you might be going through the motions instead of living authentically.

3. Find encouragement to prioritize alignment with your true self and embrace a life of fulfillment, meaning, and purpose—without discarding your achievements.

If there's been a nagging feeling that something is missing—or a quiet sense that you're meant for more—this episode offers encouragement and clarity for taking the next small step toward living in alignment with your authentic self.

I'd love to hear your thoughts and reflections on this episode! Connect with me over on LinkedIn or at the links below.

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