Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going.: A Guide to Discovering and Planning the Next Stage in Your Career Journey

“I wish this book was available when I transformed from an attorney to a humor consultant. The exercises are fun, creative, practical, and useful. Most importantly, Korie shows exactly how she applied them to her own career transition — from blunders to breakthroughs. Highly recommended.” — Malcolm Kushner, author of The Light Touch: How to Use Humor for Business Success

“This book delivers on the promises made in its title — and then some. With warmth, wisdom, and practical tools, Korie Pelka helps readers connect the dots of their lives, understand how their experiences have prepared them for what’s next, and confidently move toward the future they envision. Through her own story and those of her clients, she demonstrates that meaningful change is possible at any stage of life. A treasure of a book for anyone ready to embrace change. Get going — and get it!” — Pat Obuchowski, leadership coach and best-selling and award-winning author of Gutsy Women Win

“A brilliant and beautifully written handbook for reclaiming agency over your professional life. The combination of raw, relatable anecdotes and structured soul-searching exercises provides a powerful catalyst for authentic life change. It is a gift to both career changers and the coaches who support them. Essential reading for anyone ready to redefine what success looks like on their own terms.” — David González, Ph.D., global talent strategist

“For anyone feeling stuck, this book is both an invitation and a roadmap. Korie Pelka offers heartfelt stories, practical tools, and the kind of coaching wisdom that helps readers rediscover their voice, reclaim their choices, and confidently step into what’s next.” — Kara Nettles, CPCC founder, Find Your Fire Coaching

“Korie has a gift for helping people see possibility when they feel stuck. Her encouragement, wisdom, and practical guidance shine through every page of this book. It’s a reminder that even in seasons of uncertainty, growth is happening, and your next chapter may be waiting just on the other side of your comfort zone.” — Rachel Alday, co-founder & CEO, Abode Luxury Rentals, and author of Please Do Disturb

“Career and life transitions require courage, resilience, and clarity. Korie Pelka helps us understand the importance of embracing our vulnerability so we can be authentic and intentional in our next act. Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going. provides an actionable framework to rediscover purpose and confidently navigate what’s next.” — Terry Healey, keynote speaker and author of The Resilience Mindset: How Adversity Can Strengthen Individuals, Teams, and Leaders

“Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going. is a timely and inspiring guide for anyone navigating a career transition or seeking greater purpose in their professional life. Drawing from her own decision to leave Corporate America and chart a new path, Korie offers readers both practical strategies and reflection to help them move forward with confidence. As a career expert, I appreciate her authentic approach to helping individuals gain clarity, overcome uncertainty, and take meaningful action. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone ready to embrace the next stage of their career journey with intention and optimism.” — Ron Visconti, executive director, Phase2Careers

“After decades of focusing on performance goals and professional success, it’s easy to forget that we have choices for change, especially when we begin asking, ‘What’s next?’ Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going. offers an engaging framework for stepping back, reassessing what matters most, and intentionally designing the next stage of your career and life. Written in a conversational and supportive style, this book feels like personalized guidance from a trusted coach who has successfully navigated the change journey.” — John Konczal, information technology industry escapee, traveling and consulting on his terms

“Korie Pelka’s guide for changing careers is compassionate and engaging. No dull stories or busywork here — just a deep dive to clarify your vision and take practical steps toward changing your life. This is bold territory — a path full of heart, creativity, and gentle exploration. This book gives readers a map to discover where their heart wants to go.” — Darlene Frank, author, editor, and memoir writing coach

“In this inspiring and compassionate read, Korie Pelka takes the reader on a journey in search of their Third Act. Korie shares her own journey and then guides you through exercises that delve into profound vulnerability and burgeoning clarity, leading to the new narrative of your Third Act.” — Barbara Mark, Ph.D., founder of A Time of My Own