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 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.
The Unstuck Career
Debunking the Degree Myth - Friday Focus Ep. 180
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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 your credentials, this episode is packed with practical advice on how to reframe your thinking, build valuable networks, and finally take the steps toward the work and life you really want. Let’s get unstuck and unstoppable together!
If you're ready to take the next step and get unstuck and unstoppable, you can find time on Ken's calendar at https://unstuckcareer.com/unstuck