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Stephen Shortt: Are You Stuck or Just Playing It Safe? Career Moves, Interview Secrets & the Truth About Job Fit

33 minHosted by Matthew Sorensen

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Feeling stuck in your job or unsure how to pivot careers? In this episode, career strategist Stephen Short shares 20+ years of experience helping people find fulfilling work—and ace interviews along the way. Whether you're job hunting, considering a career change, or aiming for a promotion, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable strategies.

You’ll learn:

Why 50% of people feel professionally stuck—and how to change that

The 2 key qualities every interviewer is really looking for

Why long interview processes may signal red flags about a company

How to identify your true transferable skills (especially if you're pivoting industries)

What separates the 99% of frustrated job seekers from the top 1% who land great roles

How to use assessments to clarify your next move (without relying on buzzword tests)

A free tool that gives you a short list of careers you'll actually enjoy

Plus, download Stephen’s free ebook “Your Next Career” for tools, interview tips, and clarity on what’s next.

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