Episode
Why Golden Handcuffs Might Only Exist in Your Mind
- Podcast
- The Unstuck Career
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- Mar 6, 2026
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- 414
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Send us Fan Mail Ever feel chained to a job you don’t love because the perks are just too good to give up? This week, we tackle the myth of “golden handcuffs”—those alluring benefits and comforts that keep you stuck in roles you're only lukewarm about. I share candid stories from my own journey, revealing why it took me years to see past the so-called security of airline discounts, free vacations, and steady paychecks—and what finally got me moving toward a more fulfilling life. We'll unpack ...