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
Deciding Without Knowing: How to Stop Overthinking and Start Taking Action
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This week on Unstuck Career, we tackle the thorny issue of overthinking—especially when you're stuck waiting for “perfect” information before making a move. I share firsthand stories, including navigating a maze of parking options and flight times on a recent business trip, to highlight how getting stuck searching for the elusive “right” decision wastes time and energy. You'll hear why there’s rarely only one best option, and how your personal priorities—like convenience, cost, or time—shape what’s truly right for you.
We dig into practical strategies to break the habit of overanalysis. I challenge you to make real-world, low-stakes decisions (like picking a restaurant entree or choosing a brand at the grocery store) with only partial information. This simple exercise builds your confidence to trust yourself and make choices quickly, without second-guessing or looking back. I walk you through how to stick with your decision, resist going back for endless comparisons, and finally move forward.
If you're tired of spinning in circles with indecision, this episode will help you build the muscle to decide before certainty. Ready to get unstuck and unstoppable in your career? Head over to kenwilliamscoaching.com to connect with me and find resources to help you live into your purpose.
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