Life-changing moments often arrive in the most unexpected ways. When I sat down with Chakriya Bowman, I was inspired by her journey of resilience, reinvention, and impact. She transformed personal setbacks into a powerful mission—creating opportunities for people in Papua New Guinea through employment, education, and entrepreneurship. Her story is a testament to the power of trusting your instincts, embracing change, and using challenges as fuel for meaningful transformation.

Highlights:

03:48 - Embracing Uncertainty and Career Shifts

The journey of leaving behind a stable career to pursue a calling in international development.

07:18 - A Defining Moment: The Turning Point

A life-altering experience that reshaped the path forward and provided clarity on purpose.

11:07 - Creating Solutions Where None Exist

The importance of social enterprise in addressing unemployment and economic challenges.

14:53 - Building a Workforce, Not Just Jobs

Why sustainable development means providing training and creating opportunities that last.

19:23 - The Global Impact of Labor Mobility

How international job placements empower individuals and create economic growth at home.

22:44 - The Role of Women in Economic Growth

Breaking barriers and ensuring more opportunities exist for women in the workforce.

27:03 - Trusting Your Instincts in Major Life Decisions

The process of making bold moves and knowing when it’s time to take the next step.

30:18 - Creating a Legacy of Impact

Why long-term success is about empowering others and building systems that sustain growth.

About Our Guest: 

Dr Chakriya Bowman spent half her professional life working for the Australian Government in international development. She now runs a social enterprise in Papua New Guinea, her home for eight years and a country with less than 400,000 formal jobs for a population of over 12 million people.

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