Episode 120: The Hidden Costs of Staying Stuck (And How to Break Free)

Feeling stuck in your job or career? You’re not alone, but staying in that place of misalignment comes at a cost.

In this solo episode, I explore the personal and professional toll of being stuck in a role that no longer fits. You might be performing well on the surface, but underneath, the signs are there: fatigue, disengagement, loss of confidence, and the quiet sense that you’re meant for something more.

Drawing on my own story of moving from civil engineering into coaching — and the many career conversations I’ve had with clients — I unpack:

🔎 What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • How being stuck shows up in subtle but powerful ways

  • The emotional, energetic and opportunity costs of staying still

  • Why mindset is the first step towards movement

  • Three practical ways to loosen the grip of stuckness
    Notice and name it
    Run micro-experiments
    Talk to someone you trust

This episode will help you reflect, reconnect, and take a meaningful step towards work you love.


📌 Resources and links:

  • Download the free guide: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

  • Book a free discovery call: 30-minute coaching session

  • Previous related episodes:
    – Episode 55 – How to Get Unstuck
    – Episode 35 – How to Overcome Fear in Your Career
    – Episode 45 – Creating Options Outside Your Current Field


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