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 keeping you stuck and how to move forward
- Learn proven tactics to land promotions and increase your income
- Build a career you love—without waiting for permission
- Develop the mindset and skills to navigate career challenges with confidence
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The Unstuck Career
Let Go of Other People's Expectations w/ Monica Arrieta - Ep. 177
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 moments—and people—that helped her get unstuck.
Monica talks candidly about abandoning her childhood dream of becoming a marine biologist, chasing job titles and security, and finally discovering her love for coaching after years of feeling lost despite looking successful on paper. Together with Ken, they explore the importance of self-trust, community, and reexamining old beliefs in order to make bold career pivots. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your current job or searching for your own “whole-body yes,” this episode is packed with honest insights and practical tips—including Monica’s framework of asking what you’re good at, what lights you up, and what the world needs.
Tune in now for an inspiring conversation about breaking free from limiting beliefs, the messy reality of career transformation, and the power of support on the journey to finding work that truly aligns with who you are.
You can learn more about Monica and her work at https://www.moderntides.net/
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