This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Riya Kurian. She says –
"I realized every time I had done something brave or courageous, I really felt a lot of fear. So to me, fear and bravery are the same thing."

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

• You'll hear what it really feels like to walk away from a successful law career to pursue a calling that won't leave you alone — and why that fear might actually be your green light.

• Riya gets real about the difference between stability and fulfillment, especially for high-achieving women who feel trapped by "the right path."

• If you've ever been labeled or boxed in — and started to question if those labels were ever really you — Riya's journey will help you see what's possible when you let go of old definitions and trust your intuition.

Riya Kurian is the founder of Next Horizon, a boutique travel planning company that creates personalized, meaningful trips across Europe and beyond. After years of solo travel and a spontaneous teaching stint in France, Riya left behind her corporate law career to follow a path that felt more aligned — and turned her love for travel into a thriving business.

Connect with Riya at:
https://www.nexthorizontravel.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nexthorizontravel
https://www.instagram.com/riyafindstheworld

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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 "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Alina Correa. She says —

"As much as I love speaking with people and talking to people, I was not using my best skills in this job. It was a lot of following very specific procedures. And I did a great job. When I told them I was leaving for the Red Cross, they were like, 'We'll give you more money. Just stay.' Like, they were asking me to stay, but in my heart, I couldn't."

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

• You'll hear how following what feels fulfilling — even without a clear plan — can lead to meaningful career shifts

• You'll learn how to stay open to opportunities and advocate for yourself, even when you feel unsure or unqualified

• You'll get a real look at how purpose often comes from action, not from having everything figured out

Alina Correa is the interim executive director for the West Los Angeles chapter of the American Red Cross. In this episode, she shares how her career path took unexpected turns — from radio to aerospace to nonprofit leadership — and how staying connected to her desire to help others kept her grounded through it all.

Connect with Alina on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinacorrea

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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 "At Her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Robin. She says –

"A career crossroads moment is your inner life tapping you on the shoulder saying you've outgrown this version of success. It's not a failure — it's growth."

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

• You'll discover what it really means to be at a career crossroads — that moment when your outer success no longer matches your inner truth.

• You'll learn to spot how fear disguises itself as overthinking, busyness, or perfectionism — and what to do when it shows up.

• You'll hear Dr. Robin's gentle, practical guidance for creating space, reflection, and small aligned action so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

Dr. Robin L. Owens is a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy, framework, and platform, helping high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap — that quiet space between success and fulfillment.

Find out more about Dr. Robin's short audio course called "Clarity for What's Next" at
https://leadershippurposeinstitute.com/clarity

Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?
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Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com

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