PMO｜Feeling Stuck in Your Career? Here’s How to Move Forward

It's common to feel stuck in your career at times. The familiar advice, "Keep working hard, and you will get over it," often isn't very helpful. Similarly, the suggestion to "do whatever it takes to advance your career" doesn't provide much guidance either. We would like to share some suggestions on how to navigate this situation and thrive in your career.

Be Honest with Yourself. To be truthful, you can't excel in everything. While you may be skilled in certain areas, there are others where you may struggle. The first step to getting unstuck is to understand your current situation, identify what you want to achieve, and recognize your strengths.

Take Time to Reflect The first step is to step away from your daily work and take some time to think about what makes you feel stuck. Consider all possible options after acknowledging how you feel. Do you want to switch to a new job, take on additional responsibilities, focus more on enhancing your expertise, or work on areas to improve your performance? There are many possibilities to explore. Evaluate the pros and cons of each option and determine what matters most to you. You may also want to refer to our discussion on decision-making for more insights.

Take a step forward. You don't need to know everything before starting. Instead, focus on improving your situation, even with small steps. Then, reflect and explore options along the way.

In summary, to overcome the feeling of being stuck, begin by evaluating your situation. Identify your options, and then take a step toward the one that seems best for you. Most importantly, seek help so you don't have to face this challenge alone.