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
What to Do When Your Mission No Longer Aligns
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This week on Unstuck Career, Sandra Almanza joins me for a raw and honest look at what it means to outgrow your job—and what it takes to get unstuck when burnout and fear try to hold you back. Sandra shares her journey from lab manager and aspiring primatologist in New York City to making a bold career pivot into the blockchain industry, only to discover the shine eventually wore off and left her feeling drained, misaligned, and ready for a change. If you’ve ever felt trapped by the “scarcity mindset” or worried that leaving a stable tech job means losing your shot at something better, Sandra’s story is going to resonate deeply.
We dig into the emotional toll of sticking with an industry that no longer excites you, unpack the anxiety of career transitions, and challenge the social scripts around “hanging on tight” to traditional work. Sandra opens up about finding clarity through life audits, rediscovering what truly sparks joy, and daring to dream big—like building a wellness retreat center in Colorado and moving back to her beloved NYC. If you’re searching for permission to take a leap (or just wondering how to start), her journey might be the nudge you need.
Ready to design a career—and life—that actually lights you up? Tune in for practical advice on trusting yourself, setting a North Star vision, and making daily moves towards your purpose. Got thoughts for Sandra? Email me at Ken@KenWilliamsCoaching.com and I’ll forward them her way! Want more support? Visit kenwilliamscoaching.com for tools and inspiration.
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