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The Unstuck Career

The Unstuck Career is hosted by Ken Williams, an entrepreneur who made a bold career shift at age 55 after spending 16 years in the same job. Now building his own business, Ken is on a mission to help others break free from unfulfilling work and create a better life.This podcast is for burned-out, frustrated professionals who feel stuck in toxic jobs, underpaid roles, or careers that no longer fit, and know they’re meant for something more.Each week, Ken shares powerful conversations with people who

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34:57

Playing Big: Andrea on Creativity, Courage, and...

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2026/07/27

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sit down with Andrea, a master of joy and transformation who turned life’s setbacks into a thriving singing telegram business. Ever wondered what it takes to move from playing small to leaving a lasting impact? Andrea shares how a major life change led her to follow her creative spark, start “Singagram” in the heart of the pandemic, and bring unforgettable celebrations to people in both the virtual and real worlds. We unpack the courage it takes to break free fro...

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7:46

Overcoming Fear by Understanding Your Identity - Ep. 278

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2026/07/24

Send us Fan Mail This week, we're tackling a question that’s been haunting so many of us: Is fear really about not knowing something, or is it about not truly knowing yourself? If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Something’s got to change—I can’t keep doing this,” you’re in the right place. I open up about my own journey dealing with fear, from stumbling through podcast recordings with my cat as a surprise guest, to agonizing over what people (and yes, even my mom) would think when I to...

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42:56

Embracing Imperfection: Maria’s Journey Through...

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2026/07/20

Send us Fan Mail This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Maria, aka “the Spicy Chef,” for a raw, honest conversation about what it really takes to leap out of a toxic work environment and into the unknown. Maria shares her journey from feeling trapped as an executive chef—even when she was “winning” by all traditional measures—to boldly starting her own hot sauce business and food consulting practice. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a job because of the paycheck or because you’re afraid of ...

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You’re Not Really Afraid of Failing - Ep. 276

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2026/07/17

Send us Fan Mail This week, we break down one of the most misunderstood roadblocks in your career: the fear of failure. But here’s the twist—what if it’s not really failure you’re afraid of? I challenge the “fear of failure” myth and reveal the deeper anxiety that keeps so many of us from making bold career moves. (Hint: it’s about other people knowing you didn’t succeed.) You’ll hear why the real fear might be about being seen as incompetent or about inviting criticism—especially from yourse...

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36:32

The Truth About Job Market Scarcity and Finding...

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2026/07/13

Send us Fan Mail This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Matt, who shares his powerful journey from burnout in a niche, soul-draining job to truly thriving in a role where growth and fulfillment are finally possible. We unpack what it feels like when every day at work is just “going through the motions,” how the constant repetition and stress can creep into your home life, and how Matt reached the turning point that led him to choose something radically different for himself and his fami...

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6:16

Why Waiting Is Worse: The Best Time To Act On Your...

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2026/07/10

Send us Fan Mail This week, we tackle a myth that keeps too many professionals stuck in place: the belief that you’re “too old” to change careers, go back to school, or start over. Have you ever caught yourself thinking that you’ve missed your chance or that it’s simply too late? I open up about the real fears behind this mindset—including my own hesitation about pursuing a master’s degree and the realization, at age 55, that it was time to reclaim ownership of my career. We dig into some pow...

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36:08

Breaking the Golden Handcuffs: Explore Meaningful...

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2026/07/06

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sit down with Jon for a raw, relatable conversation about the uneasy tension between career success and personal fulfillment. Jon opens up about what it’s really like to be a top performer in digital advertising sales—crushing quotas, earning well, and working with smart colleagues—yet feeling that nagging sense something’s missing at the end of each day. We break down the “golden handcuffs” dilemma: what happens when the perks of your job keep you stuck, even as...

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6:44

Stop Waiting to Feel Ready: Decide and Take Action...

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2026/07/03

Send us Fan Mail Do you constantly put things off until you finally “feel ready”? This week’s episode tackles the myth of ever being 100% ready before making a big move in your career or life. I open up about my own struggles with procrastination and perfectionism, sharing why waiting to feel ready is actually just another form of staying stuck. From the hesitation to start a new workout routine to the much bigger leap of making a career pivot, we explore the real reason we freeze: we’re tryi...

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51:11

Reinventing Life After 50: Chasing Dreams and Change...

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2026/06/29

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sit down with Clint, a relentless dreamer who ditched stability for a shot at building something meaningful. Ever wonder what it really takes to reinvent your life after 50? Clint shares his raw, honest story: selling a thriving business, moving cross-country, and discovering that changing your zip code doesn’t change your patterns. We unpack the moment he realized chasing his dreams meant taking real ownership, not just making excuses or waiting for the “perfect...

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6:08

Making the Decision Right: Overcoming Analysis...

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2026/06/26

Send us Fan Mail This week on Unstuck Career, we tackle the paralyzing fear of making the “wrong” decision—a mindset that leads so many smart professionals into analysis paralysis and a life they never truly chose. I share the all-too-relatable ice cream saga (yes, Chocoholic Chunk is still the star!), showing how second-guessing, detours, and even dead ends aren’t proof that you made a bad choice—they’re just part of the journey. You’ll learn why chasing perfect certainty is an illusion, and...

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41:16

Redefining Possibility: Overcoming Trauma and...

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2026/06/22

Send us Fan Mail This week, we're joined by Michael, whose journey is a masterclass in perseverance through radical change. From life on submarines and a dream engineering career to surviving a ruptured brain AVM that wiped out most of his memory, Michael’s story will grab you from the first minute. He opens up about what it’s really like to relearn everything—walking, thinking, and even basic daily activities—after a life-changing event, and how he learned to let go of what he lost so he cou...

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8:53

Finding the Courage to Quit: Overcoming Fear and...

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2026/06/19

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re tackling one of the scariest—yet most liberating—moves you’ll ever make in your career: finding the courage to quit when you know it’s time. Are you living with that nagging voice that says, “Something has got to change”? I open up about my own struggles with the decision to leave a job that no longer fit, sharing what it really felt like to write my resignation, confront my boss, and walk away from a place I’d invested years into. We unpack the myth of fear,...

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44:15

Finding Purpose Beyond the Nine to Five: The Forward...

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2026/06/15

Send us Fan Mail What if you could keep your 9-to-5 and still build something deeply meaningful on the side? In this episode, I sit down with Mateo Platsidakis, the founder of The Forward Kind, to talk about what it means to chase “more” out of life without blowing up everything you already have. Mateo’s story is one so many of us can relate to—a job he enjoys, but a sense that something important was missing, leading him to launch a brand built on mental health awareness, resilience, and com...

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Why Playing It Safe at Work Is the Riskiest Career Move

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2026/06/12

Send us Fan Mail This week, we challenge one of the biggest myths out there—the idea that a traditional job is supposed to make you feel safe and secure. Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “If I just made more money, then I’d finally feel safe”? I unpack why that sense of security you’re searching for will never come from your job title, paychecks, or even the size of your bank account. We’ll explore real stories and insights from a recent coaching call that illustrate how chasing extern...

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33:59

When a Layoff Opens the Door: Making Peace with Change

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2026/06/08

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sit down with Shruti, a fellow coach, to explore what really happens when you're handed an unexpected chance at a fresh start. Shruti opens up about her abrupt transition from IT operations—13 years strong—to making coaching her full-time pursuit after getting laid off. She shares the vulnerable truth about ignoring her mental health for over a decade, the stigma she faced around therapy in the workplace, and the powerful moment she realized being let go might ju...

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Breaking Free from Career Confusion: Trust Yourself...

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2026/06/05

Send us Fan Mail Feeling lost or uncertain in your professional life? You’re not alone. In this episode of Unstuck Career, Ken Williams explores the concept of “career confusion”—that nagging realization that your current path might not be what you truly want. Drawing from his own winding journey through roles in sales, HR, and sixteen years at FedEx, Ken Williams shares personal stories and honest conversations about how easy it is to find your career ladder propped against the wrong wall. I...

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39:32

Career Reset: Creating Success on Your Own Terms

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2026/06/01

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m joined once again by Dave, whose leap from a high-powered executive role to founder of his own watch brand is nothing short of inspiring. Ever wonder what it’s like to step away from the “security” of corporate life—migraines and all—to chase a dream you never put on the front burner? Dave takes us inside his journey, from anxiety-ridden 4am wakeups and endless interview loops to the moment he went all in on LT, his creative outlet-turned-full-time business. Yo...

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Overcoming the Too Late Myth in Your Career

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2026/05/29

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we’re tackling a question many wrestle with: Is it too late to make a change? After decades in corporate jobs, I faced this same crossroad myself and discovered it’s never too late to pursue work that aligns with your true goals. Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, age and shifting economic landscapes don’t have to hold you back. Today, I’ll debunk common myths about timing and opportunity, share stories and actionable steps, and remind you—th...

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34:01

Turning the Odds Stacked Against You Into Success

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2026/05/25

Send us Fan Mail This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with Drew, a hot sauce entrepreneur whose inspiring journey is anything but ordinary. You might have seen him on the Kelly Clarkson Show or blowing up on TikTok, but what you haven’t heard is how a school project and a “bad grade” launched a multi-thousand-bottle business—all started to prove a point, and powered by Drew’s mission to support people with disabilities. If you’ve ever wondered how to break free from a so-called “crappy job...

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6:48

Why Playing It Safe May Be the Riskiest Career Move

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2026/05/22

Send us Fan Mail In today's Friday Focus episode, Ken dives into one of the biggest barriers holding professionals back: the comfort of playing it safe. As the landscape of jobs and industries shifts—thanks to changing economies, new technologies, and unexpected policy changes—the old promise of security from a steady job no longer holds true. Ken shares personal insights and real conversations to highlight that true security doesn’t come from your job, your industry, or even the government—i...

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