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Reclaiming Momentum:

How to Revive Your Stalled Career and Chart a New Path Forward

There’s no mistaking the frustration that comes from feeling stuck in your career. Whether you once surged ahead with confidence or always felt a step behind, reaching a plateau can feel like you’re watching others speed past you while you’re stuck in neutral. It’s easy to feel disheartened, to wonder if you’ve made the wrong choices or missed your one shot. But here’s the truth: a stalled career isn’t a death sentence—it’s a signal. And if you’re willing to listen to it and act deliberately, it can be the starting point of something far more fulfilling than you ever imagined. The key is shifting from stagnation to intention, from passivity to creative momentum.