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The Unstuck Career

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

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12:44

Trust the Process. Finding Faith - Friday Focus Ep. 184

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/29

Send us a text In this episode, Ken takes us on a thoughtful journey into the power of faith—what it means, how it shows up in our daily lives, and how choosing faith can be a game-changer for your career and personal growth. Broadcasting from Philadelphia as he preps for a TEDx talk, Ken gets candid about moments when life takes unexpected turns, like job loss and family challenges, and how leaning into the belief that things are working out for you (even when you can't see it yet) makes all...

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37:46

Turn Your Curiousity Into a Side Hustle w/ Logan...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/25

Send us a text This week, we meet with Logan Nielsen, a creator known for his deep dives into creative side hustles and business models. You’ll hear how Logan built his career from working on movie sets as a teen to growing a TikTok following by sharing actionable business plans, all without a college degree. Discover how Logan’s curiosity and willingness to “just start” turned unconventional opportunities—like getting a marketing job with no formal experience and launching a pooper sco...

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9:58

Lessons from Corn and Bamboo - Friday Focus Ep. 182

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/22

Send us a text In this Friday Focus episode, Ken dives deep into the power of maintaining a positive outlook—especially when setbacks and rejections seem never-ending. Inspired by a listener’s comment about the "endless supply of rejections" in the job search, Ken shares a powerful story comparing the fast-growing corn crop to the slow and steady growth of bamboo. Sometimes, just because we can’t see progress, doesn’t mean things aren’t working beneath the surface. Ken discusses how to cultiv...

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40:34

The Recipe for Career Happiness is Charlie's Sugar...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/19

Send us a text This week, I sit down with Beth, whose inspiring story is one that so many of us can relate to. After spending 20 years in education—working as a teacher and cheer coach—Beth found herself exhausted, anxious, and feeling trapped in a toxic 9 to 5 environment. Despite her love for the students, the pressures from unsupportive administration and the weight of societal expectations left her feeling stuck and unfulfilled. Everything changed when Beth made the bold decision to step ...

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7:26

Debunking the Degree Myth - Friday Focus Ep. 180

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/15

Send us a text In this Friday Focus episode, Ken tackles one of the most common barriers people face when pursuing their dream jobs: the fear of not having the “right” qualifications. Drawing on real-life stories and his own HR experience, Ken separates myth from reality when it comes to degree requirements, sharing why most roles don’t actually demand a piece of paper—and how transferable skills and the right mindset often matter more. Whether you’re eyeing a career leap or doubting yo...

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37:15

Changing Lives through Beat Boxing w/ Parker Kane -...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/11

Send us a text This week, we sit down with Parker Kane, whose viral beatboxing moment at a small-town McDonald's kickstarted a truly unexpected career journey. Parker opens up about the struggle of pursuing creative passions while feeling the pressure to follow a more traditional, “safe” path—and how one difficult night and a spontaneous choice to join friends would ultimately change his life. Listen in as Parker shares the behind-the-scenes story of his rise to internet fame, the surprising ...

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7:17

Failure is the First Step Towards Success - Friday...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/08

Send us a text This week, Ken dives into one of the biggest hurdles we all face on our career journeys: the fear of making mistakes. Through personal stories—complete with a guest appearance from his mischievous cat—Ken challenges the deep-seated belief that mistakes are something to fear. Instead, he reframes them as valuable lessons and necessary steps to growth, whether you’re learning to ride a bike, master a stick shift, or even create your first social media video. Tune in as Ken ...

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37:48

Let Go of Other People's Expectations w/ Monica...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/04

Send us a text This week, we visit with Monica Arrieta, a career coach whose unconventional path to professional fulfillment is as relatable as it is inspiring. Monica shares her journey from following the traditional "get a good job" narrative she inherited from her family, through a string of 9-to-5s in retail, financial services, and tech. Along the way, she opened up about the pressures of living up to expectations, the fear that held her back from pursuing her passions, and the pivotal m...

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6:07

You're Talking Yourself Out of Success - Friday Focus...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/08/01

Send us a text This week, Ken dives into the challenge of taking that first step when fear holds you back. Sharing a personal story about hesitating before jumping off a lake cliff, Ken explores how our subconscious tries to protect us from the unknown by convincing us not to act—often with little lies we tell ourselves. If you’ve ever hesitated before making a big career or life change, this episode is for you. Ken offers practical advice on recognizing fear, being honest with yourself...

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39:47

Side Hustle Success Stories with Flix by Ryan - Ep. 175

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/07/28

Send us a text This week, we sit down with Ryan, also known as FlixByRyan—an inspirational entrepreneur and TikTok creator who’s shaking up the way we think about side hustles and career growth. Ryan shares his journey from videographer to coach, opening up about how he discovered the power of teaching, mentorship, and community in helping others build fulfilling, freedom-driven careers. We’ll dive into why having a coach matters (yes, even LeBron has one!), the real meaning behind fulf...

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5:46

Push Back Against Workplace Negativity - Friday Focus...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/07/25

Send us a text In this Friday Focus episode, Ken tackles the often-overlooked topic of self-worth in the workplace. Have you ever stayed in a job that drained you, or tolerated poor treatment from a boss or colleague, simply because you didn’t think you deserved better? Ken dives deep into the mindset that keeps so many of us stuck, sharing insights from his own experiences coaching clients—as well as a powerful story from friend of the podcast, Natalie Janine Gates. You’ll learn ...

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36:16

Success Doesn't Start Perfect. So Just Start w/ Julie...

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2025/07/21

Send us a text This week, we sit down with Julie Bertonazzi, a passionate photographer and entrepreneur who’s spent the last 23 years carving her own unique path outside the typical 9-to-5 grind. Julie shares her inspiring journey from being a self-described “domestic engineer” raising three boys, to building a flourishing photography business focused on helping women see their own beauty—inside and out. Julie opens up about her early days in business, her drive to keep learning, and how she ...

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5:59

How Talking To Yourself Shapes Your Beliefs - Friday...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/07/18

Send us a text This week, Ken dives into a powerful yet often overlooked topic: the way we talk to ourselves. Building on last week’s conversation about limiting beliefs, Ken reveals how our own words—yes, even those offhand sarcastic comments—can profoundly shape how we feel and what we experience in our careers and lives. Sharing personal stories and thought-provoking insights, he emphasizes that our subconscious minds can’t distinguish between jokes and reality, so the language we use crea...

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40:34

Dare to Dream Bigger with Carolina Gomez - Ep. 171

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/07/14

Send us a text On today’s episode of the Unstuck Career podcast, host Ken Williams sits down with Carolina Gomez, a six-figure entrepreneur and founder of Balloon Element in Florida. After starting her career in corporate finance and digital marketing, Carolina made a bold leap into the balloon décor industry—specializing in memorable corporate events. In this lively conversation, Carolina shares how she unexpectedly discovered her passion for balloon art, built her business from the ground u...

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6:11

Break Free from Limiting Beliefs - Friday Focus Ep. 170

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/07/11

Send us a text Today, Ken dives into the powerful topic of belief—not in a religious sense, but in terms of the mindset that can either unlock or limit our potential. Inspired by a recent conversation with guest Barry, Ken shares a vulnerable story from his own childhood about how a simple assumption held him back from pursuing a skill he thought was out of reach, only to discover decades later that his belief was the real barrier, not his ability. This episode invites you to reflect on...

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46:16

A Mustache + a Suit + Card tricks = Amazing Barry

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2025/07/07

Send us a text In this episode of the Unstuck Career Podcast, Ken Williams and the Amazing Barry have an in-depth conversation. Barry is a web developer and professional magician based in Indianapolis, and he shares how his love for theater and magic evolved from childhood hobbies into a creative side hustle, supplementing his traditional 9-to-5 job. He discusses the gradual transition from doing magic tricks for tips as a student to performing professionally on stage, and the unexpected care...

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5:40

Break Up with "I Can't" - Friday Focus Ep. 168

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/07/04

Send us a text In today's Friday fun episode, Ken dives into a belief that could be holding you back in your career and life: the idea that “people like me can’t do that” or “it doesn’t work for me.” Ken challenges this limiting mindset and explores how our subconscious can keep us stuck in inertia, convincing us we can’t achieve our goals or dreams. Instead of shutting down possibilities with “I can’t,” Ken encourages listeners to shift their mindset to curiosity by asking, “I wonder how?” T...

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36:42

Embrace Career Pivots by Adapting to Change w/...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/06/30

Send us a text In today’s episode, we sit down with Natasha Cornstein, the dynamic CEO of Blushington—a luxury express beauty service with roots in New York City and big plans to expand nationwide through franchising. Natasha’s journey is anything but ordinary: she started as a Blushington customer, fell in love with the experience, and before she knew it, went from fan to CEO. Natasha shares how serendipity, genuine connection, and the power of listening have fueled not just her career, but ...

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5:12

Why You’re Not Acting on Your Career Goals - Friday...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/06/27

Send us a text In this Friday Focus episode, Ken dives into a topic that holds many of us back: why we’re really not taking action in our careers and lives. Forget the usual excuses like being too tired, not knowing what to do, or lacking motivation—Ken reveals that the root cause is our fear of what others will think. He challenges these common beliefs, unpacks how our concern about others’ opinions can sabotage our progress, and shares two powerful truths for moving past these fears. ...

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36:23

Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Burnout w/ Gladian...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/06/23

Send us a text This week, Ken sits down with Gladian Rivera, founder and CEO of Obsidian Rising, LLC. Gladian’s organization is dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs overcome burnout and lead with renewed purpose, clarity, and confidence. Drawing on her wealth of experience in leadership and trauma-informed program design, Gladian shares deep insights on the roots of imposter syndrome—especially among women and minorities—and offers practical advice for reframing negative self-talk, buildi...

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