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Stuck in your career? Feeling overlooked, undervalued, or unsure of your next move? The Unstuck Career is your roadmap to breaking free and unlocking your next level—whether that’s a promotion, career change, or more fulfillment in your current role.
Hosted by Ken Williams, career strategist and leadership coach, this podcast delivers practical strategies, expert insights, and real-world advice to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and take action. Each episode will help you:
- Identify what’s keeping you stuck and how to move forward
- Learn proven tactics to land promotions and increase your income
- Build a career you love—without waiting for permission
- Develop the mindset and skills to navigate career challenges with confidence
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Send a text Today's Friday Fun is another deep discussion about...up and coming technologies Share your thoughts and ideas with me if you have something you'd like to address--or if you need some advice on your own path to promotion.Do you want to chat?Get on my schedule or find other ways to work with me at https://kenwilliamscoaching.com/ If you're ready to take the next step and get unstuck and unstoppable, you can find time on Ken's calendar at https://kenwilliamscoaching.com/breakthrough
Send us Fan Mail This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Bishop Kevin Foreman for a transformative conversation about getting “unstuck”—not just in your career, but in every part of your life. We crack open the myth that spirituality and success are incompatible, and Bishop Foreman shares why embracing your difference can be the secret power behind your breakthrough. If you’ve ever felt torn between your calling and chasing career wins, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll hear why pour...
Send us Fan Mail This week, we're confronting the classic mantra, “nothing changes until something changes,” and digging into why it’s so tempting to wait for someone—or something—else to fix our work frustrations. Have you found yourself wishing your boss, your company, or even the economy would shift so life at work feels better? I share stories from my own coaching experience, including a candid conversation with a friend and client who took the brave step of sitting down with her boss to ...
Send a text Have you ever felt like you were living on autopilot—working, going to the gym, and coming home—wondering if it’s time to shake things up? This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Alexia Photiou for an honest conversation about what it’s really like to be right in the middle of a life and career transition. Alexia shares her story of leaving the comfort of Australia to move to England, searching for not just a new job but a new way to live and grow. Together, we explore the re...
Send a text This week on the Unstuck Career Podcast, we're shifting the focus to dreams—yours, specifically. Too often, we find ourselves clocking in and out, helping someone else achieve their vision while our own aspirations take a backseat. I open up about my own complicated history with goals and how, for years, I felt stuck following a path laid out by others—bosses, companies, or just whatever seemed like the “logical next step.” If you’ve ever wondered why you feel unfulfilled in your ...
Send a text This week, I’m joined by Jason Hill, founder of the Owwll app—a game-changing platform designed to bring real, meaningful conversations back to networking. If you’ve ever felt turned off by traditional networking events or those LinkedIn pitches that go straight to the sales pitch, this episode will make you rethink how you connect. We dig into why relationships are at the heart of every opportunity and how a giving mindset is the real secret to building authentic connections. Jas...
Send a text Ever feel chained to a job you don’t love because the perks are just too good to give up? This week, we tackle the myth of “golden handcuffs”—those alluring benefits and comforts that keep you stuck in roles you're only lukewarm about. I share candid stories from my own journey, revealing why it took me years to see past the so-called security of airline discounts, free vacations, and steady paychecks—and what finally got me moving toward a more fulfilling life. We'll unpack the t...
Send a text This week, I sit down with Jen Disney, a marine biologist who’s bravely navigating the messy middle of a major career pivot. After nearly 20 years in her dream field and reaching milestones she’d set as a child, Jen realized her definition of fulfillment was shifting—especially after becoming a new mom. We talk candidly about the challenges of outgrowing your professional environment, competing values at work, and the courage it takes to step away from a lifelong identity. You’ll ...
Send a text In this week’s episode, we tackle the age-old question: “What will other people think?”—and how your obsession with reputation may be keeping you stuck in your career. I break down the invisible weight of other peoples' opinions, from LinkedIn hesitations to the viral “olive oil on a resume” controversy, showing how even the smallest decisions can become paralyzing when we let imagined critics sway our choices. You’ll hear why chasing a flawless image is a losing game, especially ...
Send a text This week on Unstuck Career, we sit down with Joshua Frederico, a true visionary who's turned what some might call a liability into his ultimate superpower. From surviving the “toxic 9 to 5” grind to building his own path as an entrepreneur in Las Vegas, Joshua brings raw honesty about what it means to start over, embrace your differences, and finally bet on yourself. He shares how his late diagnosis of ADHD and autism not only flipped his self-perception but gave birth to the “go...
Send a text This week on Unstuck Career, we tackle the thorny issue of overthinking—especially when you're stuck waiting for “perfect” information before making a move. I share firsthand stories, including navigating a maze of parking options and flight times on a recent business trip, to highlight how getting stuck searching for the elusive “right” decision wastes time and energy. You'll hear why there’s rarely only one best option, and how your personal priorities—like convenience, cost, or...
Send a text This week on Unstuck Career, Sandra Almanza joins me for a raw and honest look at what it means to outgrow your job—and what it takes to get unstuck when burnout and fear try to hold you back. Sandra shares her journey from lab manager and aspiring primatologist in New York City to making a bold career pivot into the blockchain industry, only to discover the shine eventually wore off and left her feeling drained, misaligned, and ready for a change. If you’ve ever felt trapped by t...
Send a text Ever felt paralyzed by the fear of making a mistake or being judged in your career? This week, I’m challenging the myth of perfection and diving headfirst into why taking imperfect action is actually the safest bet you can make. I share the real reason many of us hesitate to post on LinkedIn, start a side hustle, or even voice our opinions—and it has nothing to do with actual risk, and everything to do with our discomfort around feelings like embarrassment or being disliked. We’ll...
Send a text This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Faith Litchfield—the endlessly imaginative and hilarious creator I discovered on TikTok—for a conversation that’s all about embracing whimsy, free will, and the power of playful rebellion. Ever wondered what would happen if you stopped following all the “grown-up” rules and started injecting more fun and curiosity into your daily life? Faith brings stories of sending cheeky emails to corporations just for the joy of rejection, turning a...
Send a text This week, we shine a light on the “progress over perfection” mindset—a powerful shift that just might be the key to getting unstuck in your career. Have you found yourself overthinking and delaying goals because you’re afraid of making mistakes (or even worse, having others see you fall short)? I share real stories from my own journey—including a crispy chicken disaster and some less-than-stellar first social media posts—to remind you that greatness starts with being willing to b...
Send a text This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Juli Becker, who truly embodies what it means to be “in the middle of the story.” Juli came prepared with a candid look at navigating transitions, setbacks, and the uncertainty that comes with being let go from a job you loved. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to regroup after major life changes—divorce, a life-altering crash, or that unexpected layoff—Julie's story is a must-listen. We dig into what it feels like to lose you...
Send a text This week, we’re taking a hard look at what it really means to move from “drifter” to “driver” in your life and career. Have you ever found yourself sitting in the passenger seat—blaming your boss, the economy, or everyone else for where you are, instead of owning the wheel? In this episode, I get candid about my own wake-up call when I realized I was just a spectator in my own life, and we dig into the mindset shift it takes to start steering toward what you truly want. You’ll le...
Send a text This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Dr. Gigi Sabbat, a powerhouse motivational speaker and founder of Life Service Center of America, whose story of resilience and purpose will leave you inspired to reimagine your own career path. We dig into what it really means to get "unstuck," including powerful moments from Gigi’s journey—from surviving and healing after trauma to pivoting out of a traditional finance career and embracing a calling to serve others. If you’ve ever fel...
Send a text This Friday, I’m sharing my favorite secret weapon to kick off your day feeling grounded and intentional—the “Three Minute Reset.” Ever feel overwhelmed with a mile-long to-do list, or stuck before your day even begins? In this episode, I’ll guide you through a simple, transformative morning ritual that takes just three minutes but can completely change your outlook and your results. We’ll cover how to set your daily intentions, tackle tough conversations with purpose, and decide—...
Send a text This week we break open the myth of job security and dig into what it really takes to walk away from an environment that no longer fits. My guest, Peter Tighe, shares his journey from the grind of 9-to-5 to launching his own consulting business. We talk candidly about what happens when company culture shifts, values no longer align, and why policy should never come before people. You’ll hear how Peter went from chasing safety in the form of a “secure” COO role to betting on himsel...
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