<p>In this episode of <em>Low to Grow</em>, Karina Robinson, CEO of Redcliffe Advisory Ltd. and Non-Executive Director on the Board of Atlanti an Anglo-Swiss Fund Management firm amongst other roles, takes us through her extraordinary career pivot at midlife, from high-finance journalism to global security, and the cutting-edge world of Quantum and AI. She shares how curiosity, resilience, and compassion have shaped her working style and driven her to tackle some of the most complex challenges at the intersection of technology and international collaboration.</p><p>Karina also opens up about the personal lessons behind her professional journey, including navigating career setbacks, extending compassion to herself, and maintaining mental well-being while building influence in high-stakes environments. This conversation is both practical and inspiring, offering insights for anyone considering a bold career change or striving to lead with empathy in an evolving world.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you’ll walk away with:</strong></p><ol><li><p>A reference map for navigating a major career transition while staying true to your passions</p></li><li><p>Practical lessons on building resilience through personal and professional challenges</p></li><li><p>Strategies for integrating compassion and mental health into leadership practices</p></li><li><p>Insights on the transformative potential of quantum computing in security and finance</p></li><li><p>Guidance for cultivating curiosity and lifelong learning to sustain growth and influence</p></li></ol><p>Follow <a href="www.lowtogrow.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Low to Grow</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lowtogrowpodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@lowtogrowpodcast</a><br>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@lowtogrow" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@lowtogrow</a><br><a href="https://lowtogrowpodcast.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Substack Newsletter</a></p><p><br>Connect with Karina Robinson via LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karina-robinson/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BezGSxShVRZeCYc1qHz0GBg%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Karina Robinson</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please Note: </strong></p><p>Low to Grow is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. For free mental health resources, visit <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/">https://www.mind.org.uk</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p>00:00 IntroducingKarina Robinson!</p><p>01:56 Liking this? </p><p>02:49 Introductionto Personal and Professional Challenges</p><p>03:10 Karina&#39;sJourney from Journalism to Headhunting</p><p>04:01 NavigatingPersonal Tragedy and Professional Change</p><p>15:29 Karina&#39;sreflections on personal change</p><p>17:50 TheCompassionate Core</p><p>20:28 Karina&#39;sexperience extending compassion to herself</p><p>21:32 How Karinanavigate getting fired Five times</p><p>25:38 What keepsKarina going and learning throughout life</p><p>29:18 Reflectionsfor young journalists in the age of AI</p><p>30:45 Establishingan India UK Business Corridor</p><p>33:30 KarinaRobinson&#39;s one thing for better mental health</p><p>34:58 Follow@lowtogrowpodcast </p>