The Unstuck Career

Ken Williams
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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 have successfully made the leap (or are in the process of doing it) alongside practical Friday Focus episodes packed with mindset shifts and actionable strategies. Listeners will learn how to take control of their careers, build momentum toward change, and create work that aligns with the life they actually want. If you’re ready to stop settling and start moving, this show will help you get there.

  1. 16H AGO

    Turning Lemons into Lasagna: Your Mindset Controls your Destiny

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Unstuck Career, I sit down with the remarkable Sarah Ausby for a raw and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to rebuild, reinvent, and get “unstuck”—even when life pushes you out of your comfort zone. Sarah doesn’t just talk about career pivots; she’s lived them. From being involuntarily released from her job after a series of personal losses, to experiencing homelessness, Sarah shares the real-life turning points that ignited her journey into entrepreneurship and authorship. We dive into how Sarah transformed a season of hardship into opportunity—launching her own food business out of dire necessity and later discovering the world of writing and public speaking, eventually becoming an international bestselling author. She reveals how mindset was the game-changer, breaking down how faith, gratitude, and relentless persistence helped her go from survival mode to thriving. Plus, you’ll hear about the magic of saying “yes” before you know how, and the unexpected opportunities that come from being open to new connections (sometimes even at an airport shuttle stop). If you’ve ever felt boxed in by circumstances or caught yourself thinking, “I’m too old” or “I don’t know how,” Sarah’s story will hit home. Ready for practical inspiration on how to reframe your setbacks as set-ups for your next big chapter? Tune in and get ready to believe “all I do is win.” Want to dive deeper into Sarah's work? Visit her at sarah-ausby.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

    35 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Why SMART Goals Fail and What You Should Do Instead

    Send us Fan Mail If you've ever felt frustrated or stuck after trying—and failing—to achieve SMART goals, you're not alone. This week on Unstuck Career, Speaker A dives into why SMART goals might actually be holding you back and why it's not your fault if they haven’t worked for you. We’ll explore the origins of the SMART framework, why it was designed for businesses—not individuals—and how its limitations can make us internalize failure and doubt our abilities. But there’s hope: Ken introduces a new approach to goal-setting—one that focuses less on hitting targets, and more on who you become in the process. If you’re ready to move past outdated goal-setting methods and redefine success, this episode will help you set a new direction for your career and life. 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

    8 min

  3. APR 20

    Unlearning Lessons to for a More Authentic Career

    Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re joined by Sarah Bonello, a remarkable guest who took the leap from a well-trodden corporate path to adventure and fulfillment on a Hawaiian farm. Ever wondered what it’s like to walk away from the “safe” route of a consulting career, sell your car, and drop the cubicle life for organic macadamia nuts on the Big Island? Sarah shares her refreshingly honest journey, including the unexpected twists that led her to Hawaii, the moment she faced her own fears head-on, and the powerful conversations that transformed her perspective on risk and bravery. You’ll hear what happens when the loudest resistance comes from your own inner voice, how digitizing childhood videos brought Sarah back to her authentic self, and why the “gap” between where you are now and where you want to be is the creative playground every career transitioner faces. We unpack the lessons Sarah had to unlearn—like waiting for clarity, letting fear of failure dictate decisions, and redefining what it means to succeed—and explore how embracing action and imperfection can create a fulfilling new chapter. If you’re feeling stuck or dreaming of something different, this episode is your nudge to go for it, even if your path feels uncertain. Dive deeper and connect with Sarah on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube at “Sarah Feels Good,” or reach out via email at contact.sarah.feelsgood@gmail.com. Ready to start your own countdown to change? Tune in to hear the full story and get inspired to make your move. 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

    36 min

  4. APR 17

    Sunday Scaries Are Optional: Ditch Workplace Anxiety

    Send us Fan Mail Do the "Sunday scaries" set in before the work week even starts? You're not alone—and this feeling isn't a death sentence, but a signal that something needs to change. In this episode of Unstuck Career, Ken Williams challenges the unwritten "rules" we've inherited about work, stress, and career dissatisfaction, and reveals how these beliefs can shape our experience. We'll explore why dreading Mondays isn't mandatory and how you can rewrite those rules to build a life you actually want. Get ready to face less stress, find more happiness, and become unstuck and unstoppable in your career. 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

    6 min

  5. APR 13

    Reshape Your Career Path: Lessons on Self-Belief and Adaptability

    Send us Fan Mail This week, I sit down with Bekah Troxell for a candid and inspiring conversation about making a truly bold career shift—from a decades-long finance and auditing career to launching her own fitness and coaching business. If you've ever wondered what it’s really like to leave the “safe” corporate world behind for something that feels more meaningful but much less certain, Bekah’s story will hit home. We dig into the challenges of restarting when you’ve already built a successful career, the hidden ways self-sabotage and burnout creep in, and why having honest mentors and supportive partners can make all the difference. Bekah shares how a lifetime of adapting through military moves taught her resilience, why she finally took action when her job stopped feeling exciting, and the invaluable lessons gained from working with a life coach. Along the way, she reveals how learning to accept feedback—and ditching the word “can’t”—paved the way to a more fulfilling and sustainable path. Thinking of striking out on your own or battling the “I can’t do that” mindset? This episode will help you get unstuck and encourage you to use your strengths to make impact—no matter your age or stage. To learn more about Bekah, check out https://nextascentfitness.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

    33 min

  6. APR 10

    Stop Waiting for the Perfect Time

    Send us Fan Mail If you've ever found yourself waiting until you "feel ready" to make that bold career move, this episode of Unstuck Career is for you. Join Speaker A as they confront the myth of perfect timing and explore why waiting for readiness can keep you stuck in the same place. Through a personal story of missed opportunities and eventual action, Speaker A reveals that it's not about waiting for comfort or convenience, but recognizing the right time as the moment the opportunity hits your awareness—even if it feels uncomfortable or risky. Tune in for inspiration and practical advice on making courageous decisions, facing discomfort, and becoming truly unstoppable in your career journey. 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

    8 min

  7. APR 6

    Ditching the Rules: Build Confidence and Community

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to step off the traditional career path and actually thrive, this episode is for you. I sit down with Sara O’Connor—once a high-powered attorney, now a renowned artist and rising force in the poker world—to trace her extraordinary journey of reinvention. We unpack how Sara went from billing in six-minute increments at an international law firm to creating vibrant, tactile art and launching a nonprofit in the poker community. Sara shares the raw moments behind her pivots, including the courage it took to walk away from a “safe” six-figure job and the two-year mental reckoning of untangling her identity from her career. You’ll hear how she built creative and entrepreneurial success on her own terms, the unique lessons poker taught her about confidence and self-worth, and her hard-earned advice for anyone feeling like their “secure” job is draining them dry. Ready to challenge the rules you’ve been taught about “success”? Sara’s story is packed with inspiration and actionable insights—plus, she drops some wisdom on finding the right support system and playing the long game with your dreams. Want to connect with Sara? Check out her art at https://www.saraoconnorfineart.com/,  find her on Instagram (@sarahoconnorfineart), or follow her poker journey on Twitter (@SarahSmartist) and TikTok (@pokerwithsara).  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

    37 min

  8. APR 3

    You’re Not Lazy: Breaking Free from Living by Someone Else’s Plan

    Send us Fan Mail Feeling stuck in a career you never truly chose? On this episode of Unstuck Career, host Ken Williams reminds you that you’re not lazy—you’ve just been following someone else’s plan. Ken shares his own journey of spending decades building other people’s dreams, from childhood through a corporate career at FedEx, before realizing it was time to pursue his own. If you’re wrestling with the persistent thought that something has to change but aren’t sure what steps to take, this episode is for you. Ken explores why so many professionals end up living someone else’s dream, what it feels like to break out of that pattern, and how you can start moving toward a life and work that you truly want. Tune in for encouragement, practical advice, and the reassurance that it’s never too late to become unstuck and unstoppable. 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

    7 min
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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 have successfully made the leap (or are in the process of doing it) alongside practical Friday Focus episodes packed with mindset shifts and actionable strategies. Listeners will learn how to take control of their careers, build momentum toward change, and create work that aligns with the life they actually want. If you’re ready to stop settling and start moving, this show will help you get there.

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  • Creator
    Ken Williams
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    253
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Unstuck Career
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    The Unstuck Career

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