Feel stuck at work and unsure why? 

You’re not alone. Most job seekers skip one crucial step, getting clear on what they actually want. 

Not what looks good. 
Not what others expect. 
What you want. 

Why Most People Stay Confused 

After 20+ years as a recruiter and coach, here’s what I’ve seen over and over: 

• Professionals send out resume after resume 

• They chase roles based on titles or salaries 

• They burn out, doubt themselves, or feel like they're behind 

And the truth? 

It’s not because they’re not good enough. 
It’s because they’ve never paused to define what matters most to them. 

My Wake-Up Call 

Years ago, I had a client named Rachel. 
She had the degree. The experience. A stable job in marketing. 
But she’d text me from the parking lot before work, saying, “This job is draining my soul.” 

She kept applying to similar jobs, hoping one would feel better. 

One day, I asked her: 
“If you didn’t have to explain yourself to anyone, what kind of work would make you excited to wake up?” 

That question cracked something open. 
She started journaling. Exploring. Talking to people in other industries. 
Six months later, she made a pivot — and I’ve never seen her more lit up. 

It didn’t happen because of a new credential. 
It happened because she stopped asking “What can I get?” and started asking “What do I actually want?” 

Three Questions to Unlock Career Clarity 

If you're feeling stuck at work, start here: 

1. What makes me feel proud when I talk about it? 
   Look back — which moments or projects made you light up? 
2. What kind of problems do I enjoy solving? 
   We all have different “zones of fulfillment.” What kind of challenges energize you? 
3. What do I want more of in my next role? 
   Not “less stress” — get specific. More flexibility? More collaboration? More creative ownership? 

Write your answers down. 
This becomes your compass — the filter that helps you stop chasing jobs that aren’t right for you. 

A Friendly Reminder 

You don’t need a perfect plan to get started. 
You do need a direction that feels true to you. 

Most people skip this part. 
But you don’t have to. 

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