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
Why Golden Handcuffs Might Only Exist in Your Mind
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Ever feel chained to a job you don’t love because the perks are just too good to give up? This week, we tackle the myth of “golden handcuffs”—those alluring benefits and comforts that keep you stuck in roles you're only lukewarm about. I share candid stories from my own journey, revealing why it took me years to see past the so-called security of airline discounts, free vacations, and steady paychecks—and what finally got me moving toward a more fulfilling life.
We'll unpack the tricky mindset that makes those golden handcuffs feel so real, even when the math (and your happiness) says otherwise. You’ll hear the simple—but powerful—question I ask clients who can’t seem to pull the trigger on a career change, and learn why the biggest risks are often what you’re not doing.
If you’re longing for more but afraid to lose the safety net, this episode is your nudge to start asking what you’re giving up by staying put, and how you can take the first step toward work you love. Want support breaking free? Connect with me at kenwilliamscoaching.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