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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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6:43

Stop Lying to Yourself - Friday Focus Ep. 192

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/26

Send us a text Welcome back to the Unstuck Career Podcast with your host, Ken Williams! In this episode, Ken explores the most important relationship you'll ever have—the one with yourself. Drawing on his candid insights, Ken discusses why rebuilding trust with ourselves is key to unlocking confidence and lasting change in our careers and personal lives. He introduces the simple yet powerful "before I go to bed" list, urging you to honor the commitments you make to yourself each day. If you'r...

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33:08

Face Fear and Find Freedom with Brandon Johnson - Ep....

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/22

Send us a text This week, we sit down with Brandon Johnson, who built his career from the ground up in the glasswork industry, starting at just 19. You’ll hear how Brandon took the leap from longtime employee to launching his own successful business, Radiant Glass and Repair, after years of waiting for change that never came. He shares the challenges and rewards of going solo, the importance of advocating for yourself, and the real-life impact that career decisions can have on your mental hea...

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6:57

Break Free from Career Groundhog Day - Friday Focus...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/19

Send us a text Welcome to another episode of the Unstuck Career Podcast with your host, Ken Williams! In this Friday Focus episode, Ken dives into the classic dilemma so many of us face—you’re stuck in the same routines and frustrations at work (or life), just like in the movie Groundhog Day. Through a personal story from his time at FedEx, Ken reveals how easy it is to fall into cycles of complaining without realizing that real change has to start with us. If you’re tired of living the same ...

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34:17

Building a Work-from-Home Revolution - Ep. 189

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/15

Send us a text This week, we sit down with trailblazer Lesley Pyle, a pioneer in the work-from-home movement since 1995. Lesley shares her inspiring journey from corporate PR aspirations to building a thriving freelance career—and eventually founding platforms like Home Based Working Moms and HireMyMom.com to connect moms (and more) with flexible remote work. Together, we dig into the realities of pivoting careers, the evolving landscape of remote opportunities, lessons learned from starting ...

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7:30

Take Action! The True Path to Career Clarity - Friday...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/12

Send us a text Welcome to another Friday Focus episode of the Unstuck Career Podcast with your host, Ken Williams. This week, Ken dives into the topic of clarity—why so many of us wait for the “right” information before taking action on our careers and dreams, and how that might be holding us back more than we realize. Drawing on personal stories, from career pivots to dinner menu dilemmas, Ken breaks down the difference between problems of information and problems of action. He’ll show you w...

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42:41

Navigating Fear, Faith, and Freedom, with Jordan...

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/08

Send us a text This week, you’ll meet Jordan Sachs, who turned her love for animals into a thriving pet care business after feeling lost in her 20s. You’ll hear how Jordan took the leap from a low-paying job to entrepreneurship—with little planning, but plenty of faith—and how she overcame fears and naysayers along the way. Plus, you’ll get practical advice on finding meaningful work and why building a supportive community is key to success. If you're ready to take the next step and get unstu...

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12:57

The Day I Quit my Bad Boss - Focus Friday Ep. 186

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/05

Send us a text This week, I share the story of the day I decided to quit his “bad boss” and step away from the traditional 9-to-5 at FedEx. You’ll hear what it felt like to finally make a life-changing decision, the surprising freedom and clarity that came with setting a “quit date,” and why choosing your next step—even when it feels uncomfortable—can ultimately be the key to unlocking happiness and purpose in your career. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to get unstuck, this epis...

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39:41

Build Your Wisdom Bridge - Ep. 185 with Roh Doylida

The Unstuck Career ·

2025/09/01

Send us a text This week, we meet with Roanna "Roh" Doylida, who shares her inspiring journey through four distinct careers—from acting to gluten-free bakery owner, preschool teacher, and finally, a coach for women reinventing themselves. You’ll hear how Roh’s personal experiences overcoming obstacles like starting a business from scratch and navigating imposter syndrome now fuel her passion to help others identify their own unique “wisdom bridge” of transferable skills. Whether you’re ...

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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...

The Unstuck Career ·

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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