A meeting without a clear desired outcome is a scheduled chit chat devoid of purpose. In this solo episode, Jay breaks down why so many meetings feel exhausting, unproductive, and unnecessary, and what to do instead. Drawing from his corporate background and years of leadership experience, Jay shares a 7-step blueprint for running meetings that are focused, efficient, and actually move work forward. From deciding whether a meeting is needed in the first place to setting clear outcomes, managing time, preventing derailment, and closing with concrete action items, this framework helps leaders reclaim their calendars and protect their energy. If meetings are a major part of your workday, this episode offers a practical reset. Notable Quotes “A meeting without a clear desired outcome is a scheduled chit chat devoid of purpose.” — Jay Abbasi “Respectfully interrupting is part of good leadership.” — Jay Abbasi “Clear action items are what turn conversation into execution.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast MOMENTUM: A Mastermind for Emerging Leaders If you’re ready to get to the next level in 2026 and willing to step outside your comfort zone, this case-study mastermind is designed for leaders only.  https://jayabbasi.me/momentum/ Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday’s episode, you’ll meet Gloria, a Director of Product Strategy who experiences intense anxiety when presenting to executives and advocating for herself. Jay is joined by Stephanie Richardson, world-class speaking coach, Maxwell Leadership certified coach, keynote speaker, and international bestselling author, to explore how high-achieving professionals can overcome fear, communicate with presence, and step confidently into leadership moments that matter.

Being a top performer doesn’t mean you’re ready to lead. Meet Gerard. A successful sales representative turned manager, Gerard knows how to execute, but struggles to earn buy-in from his team. Meetings feel heavy. Feedback feels forced. The harder he pushes, the quieter the room gets. He feels like his team just doesn’t trust him. In this episode, Jay sits down with Damon Lembi, a former Division I athlete, CEO of Learn It, bestselling author, and host of The Learn-It-All Podcast. Damon breaks down why many high performers struggle when they step into leadership and how shifting from a “know-it-all” mindset to a “learn-it-all” approach builds trust, confidence, and real influence. This conversation explores what great leaders do differently when it comes to listening, feedback, ego, communication, and earning trust without control. Notable Quotes “Sometimes you need to go slow to go fast.” — Damon Lembi “Your title doesn’t earn trust. Your behavior does.” — Damon Lembi “The moment a leader becomes the bottleneck, growth stops.” — Damon Lembi About Our Guest Damon Lembi is the CEO of Learn It, a live learning and development company that helps organizations build leadership, communication, and AI readiness skills. A former Division I baseball player, Damon has spent more than 30 years helping leaders move from individual success to team-driven impact. He is the author of The Learn-It-All Leader and host of The Learn-It-All Podcast. Resources & Links Damon Lembi Website – https://www.thelearnitallleader.com/ The Learn-it-All-Leader Book – https://www.thelearnitallleader.com/books  LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonlembi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@TheLearnItAllPodcast Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Learn.iT.anywhere/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/damonlembi/ X – https://x.com/learnitanywhere Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Free Live Virtual Workshop: Leading at the Speed of AI Register here (limited to 100 seats): https://jayabbasi.me/workshop Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay breaks down how to run meetings that actually move work forward. Drawing from a proven formula he uses with leaders and teams, he’ll share a practical blueprint to help you reduce wasted time, increase clarity, and make meetings more effective and engaging. And on Wednesday, January 7th at 12 PM Eastern, Jay is hosting Leading at the Speed of AI, a live, interactive virtual workshop for emerging leaders ready to level up.  Reserve your seat here: https://jayabbasi.me/workshop

The leaders who win aren’t the strongest or smartest; they’re the most adaptable. In this solo episode, Jay kicks off 2026 by breaking down the three skills every leader must develop to stay relevant, influential, and effective in a world shaped by rapid change and AI-driven disruption. Drawing on research, leadership experience, and real-world examples, Jay explains why adaptability is now the defining advantage and how it’s built through emotional mastery, courageous action, and effective influence. This episode is a practical roadmap for emerging leaders who want to grow without losing their humanity. Notable Quotes “You can't wait for all the information. You have to take a risk and act in a world that is changing so quickly.” — Jay Abbasi “The people who succeed are the ones willing to take courageous, sometimes messy action.” — Jay Abbasi “If you’re worried about AI taking your job, the one thing you need to lean into is how you influence others.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Free Live Virtual Workshop: Leading at the Speed of AI Register here (limited to 100 seats): https://jayabbasi.me/workshop Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday’s episode, you’ll meet Gerard, a newly promoted Director of Sales struggling to get results from his team. Jay is joined by Damon Lembi, former Division I athlete, CEO, and bestselling author, to explore how leaders can shift mindset, communicate more effectively, and lead with confidence after promotion. A must-listen for anyone stepping into bigger responsibility.

The illusion of security is often more dangerous than uncertainty. In this Unstuck Classic, we revisit the story of Jonah, a seasoned SaaS leader with over 20 years of experience who feels trapped in a role that once inspired him and now drains him. Jonah has ideas, talent, and ambition, but fear keeps him stuck. Fear of failing. Fear of financial risk. Fear of disrupting the life he’s built. Each night ends the same way, scrolling job postings he never applies to, wondering when clarity and courage will finally arrive. This Unstuck Classics episode revisits a powerful conversation with Kevin Karschnik, global keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and mindset expert. Kevin has reinvented himself multiple times and shares a practical, grounded approach to building something new without taking reckless risks. From financial runways to mindset shifts, this conversation reframes what “security” really means and why waiting for perfect conditions keeps people stuck. If a reset has been on the mind, but action keeps getting delayed, this episode is worth revisiting. Notable Quotes “The illusion of security is often more dangerous than uncertainty.” — Kevin Karschnik “Getting out of your comfort zone is a process, not a single leap.” — Kevin Karschnik “The perfect time doesn’t exist. The best time to start is today, with the resources you already have.” — Kevin Karschnik About Our Guest Kevin Karschnik is a global keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals and organizations cultivate resilience, avoid burnout, and build sustainable success. Kevin has founded multiple businesses and is known for his practical approach to mindset, entrepreneurship, and intentional risk-taking. Resources & Links Kevin Karschnik \Website – https://kevinkarschnik.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkarschnik/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/kevinkarschnik Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/KevinKarschnik Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/kevinkarschnik/ X – https://x.com/kevinkarschnik Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay shares a major announcement and breaks down three skills every leader needs to thrive in 2026, accounting for AI, constant change, and the realities of modern communication. Don’t miss it.

In this Unstuck Classic, we revisit the story of Veronica, a leader who deeply cares about culture, connection, and people, yet feels worn down by an organization that prioritizes performance metrics over humanity. Her ideas to reignite morale are repeatedly delayed, leaving her questioning whether purpose and joy still have a place at work, and how she can reconnect with the spark that once drove her. This Unstuck Classics episode revisits one of the most listened-to conversations in the podcast’s history, a powerful dialogue with Amanda Gore, Hall of Fame keynote speaker and author of Joy Is an Inside Job. With more than 25 years of experience helping organizations like Google, Disney, and Cisco, Amanda shares how joy, connection, and emotional intelligence are not distractions from performance, but the foundation of it. If you’ve been running on fumes, questioning your impact, or feeling disconnected from meaning at work, this episode is a reminder worth revisiting. Notable Quotes “Joy is not something outside of you. It’s the essence of who you are; love, peace, and joy.” — Amanda Gore “Most people think joy is excitement, but real joy is quiet peace and acceptance.” — Amanda Gore “Everything in business is about feelings, whether we admit it or not.” — Amanda Gore About Our Guest Amanda Gore is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, author, and expert in emotional intelligence, joy, and human-centered leadership. With over 25 years of experience working with global organizations including Google, Disney, and Cisco, Amanda helps leaders reconnect to purpose, strengthen culture, and create workplaces where people genuinely thrive. Her work blends neuroscience, psychology, and lived experience to help individuals rediscover joy as a sustainable way of being. Resources & Links Amanda Gore Website – https://amandagore.com/ Book: Joy Is an Inside Job – https://a.co/d/j5V19lF LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandalgore Facebook – https://facebook.com/thejoyproject.amandagore/ X – https://twitter.com/amandagore_joy Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/amandagorejoy/ YouTube – https://youtube.com/user/amandagoretv Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time There will be no new episode this Friday due to the holiday. Unstuck returns on Monday the 29th with another classic conversation, “Stop Waiting for the Perfect Time,” featuring Kevin Karshnik. A timely reminder for anyone ready to stop delaying what matters most as 2026 approaches.

“It’s not just the goal that matters, it’s the quality of life you experience along the way.” In this solo episode, Jay breaks down why most people get goal setting wrong and how leading with emotion, excitement, or long wish lists often leads to burnout and discouragement. As the year winds down, Jay offers a simple, grounded framework to help you set goals that actually stick and support the life you want to experience in 2026. Rather than chasing outcomes or milestones for their own sake, Jay walks you through a four-step process that starts with experience, narrows focus, and identifies the uncomfortable but necessary actions required to move forward. If you want clarity, consistency, and momentum in the new year, this episode gives you a practical place to begin. Notable Quotes “People often get goal setting wrong because they lead too much with emotion.” — Jay Abbasi “Don’t make the outcome something you need in order for you to be okay.” — Jay Abbasi “What matters is the experience you want to have, not just the achievement.” — Jay Abbasi “If you try to focus on 20 different things, you set yourself up for failure.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck”Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday, Jay revisits an Unstuck Classic with Amanda Gore in the episode “Lead With Joy: How to Reignite Your Spark.” One of the most listened-to conversations since the podcast launched, this episode helps refocus joy, authenticity, and human connection as core priorities for 2026. A meaningful way to carry this year forward.

"Perceived risk and perceived stability are both illusions." Most people believe they’re choosing between safety and uncertainty. But as you’ll hear in this episode, neither is as real as we think. Meet Alexandra. By late morning, her workday felt finished, not because the work was done, but because it no longer stretched her. As an analyst at the Federal Reserve, she had stability, structure, and respect, yet felt bored, disconnected, and quietly restless. The future, manager, director, VP, looked safe and predictable but uninspiring. Practical and deeply risk-aware, leaving certainty felt uncomfortable, even irresponsible. Still, something inside her wouldn’t settle; she wanted to build more and create meaning, even if the path forward wasn’t clear. Today, Alexandra is a successful real estate entrepreneur, investor, and strategist who built a career aligned with her values through intentional, incremental decisions. In this special episode, Jay sits down with his wife, Alexandra Preziosi, for an honest conversation about career change, calculated risk, journaling, finances, discomfort, and what it truly takes to move from feeling stuck to building a life that feels aligned. The conversation is reflective, grounded, and filled with lessons shaped by real experience. Notable Quotes “We have this perceived risk and this perceived stability, but it’s all made up.” — Alexandra Preziosi “You may never feel comfortable, and that’s okay.” — Alexandra Preziosi “If it doesn’t work out, you can always make another decision.” — Alexandra Preziosi About Our Guest Alexandra Preziosi is a real estate entrepreneur and investor, and a former analyst at the Federal Reserve. Known for her thoughtful, intentional approach to decision-making, Alexandra navigates change through self-reflection, calculated risk, and long-term vision. Her story offers a grounded perspective on career transitions, embracing discomfort, and creating a life that feels both stable and meaningful. Resources & Links Alexandra Preziosi Website – https://alexpreziosirealestate.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrapreziosi/ Facebook –  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070492525113 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/alexpreziosi_real_estate/ Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay helps you get ready for 2026 with a simple, practical approach to goal setting. Instead of overcomplicating the process, he’ll walk you through an exercise designed to bring clarity, focus, and direction so you can build a plan that actually sticks. Don’t miss it.

“The lessons that resonate most are the ones we’re meant to carry forward.” In this solo episode, Jay shares the top five lessons he’s taking into 2026, insights shaped by his keynotes, workshops, coaching sessions, and personal experiences throughout 2025. These lessons explore how to channel anger for meaningful change, prioritize social connection, improve inner dialogue, recharge consistently, and take bold, timely action. This closing chapter of the two-part series invites you to reflect on what fueled your growth this year and what you want to accelerate in the new one. If you’re preparing for a stronger, more intentional 2026, these principles will help you get there. Notable Quotes “Anything in your life, professional or personal, if something is making you angry, that could actually be the catalyst to positive change.” — Jay Abbasi “Social connections are not optional. They are a necessary part of being human.” — Jay Abbasi “Of all the conversations you're having, the most important conversation is the one you have with yourself.” — Jay Abbasi “You'll never have it all figured out. If you wait for the perfect time, you're going to be waiting a long time.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday, Jay shares a special in-person episode featuring his wife, Alexandra Preziosi. Together, they explore how Alex left her 9 to 5, conquered fear, and built a thriving real estate business from the ground up. A powerful story of reinvention, courage, and taking bold steps toward your future.

What if the problem isn't that there's too much change, but that you're looking at it all wrong? In this episode, we revisit the story of Dylan, who's stepping into a new role, fearing he'll be in the same situation as in his last position. His last role burned him out, and Dylan's unsure how he could approach this new opportunity with a fresh perspective. We're returning to one of the most impactful conversations since launching Unstuck. Jay met with Nick Tasler, organizational psychologist and bestselling author. Together, they unpack what it means to embrace change instead of fear it, think more clearly, and make decisions with confidence instead of hesitation. If you missed this conversation the first time or just need a reminder, this one hits differently on the second listen. Resources & Links Nick Tasler Website – https://www.nicktasler.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nick_tasler/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicktasler/ X – https://twitter.com/NickTasler Your Year of Wonders – https://a.co/d/dB9cybl Ricochet: What to Do When Change Happens to You – https://a.co/d/iJLaV62 Domino: The Simplest Way to Inspire Change – https://a.co/d/6z6yZfB The Impulse Factor: An Innovative Approach to Better Decision Making – https://a.co/d/0628SVP Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time This Friday, Jay continues his list of the Top Lessons Learned from 2025; the real game changers to take into 2026. Clarity, confidence, momentum, and practical strategies to move forward with purpose. Don’t miss it.

“The lessons we carry forward shape who we become next.” In this solo episode, Jay reflects on 2025 and shares the first five lessons he found most impactful, both from his own growth and from what resonated most with audiences, workshop participants, and coaching clients. These lessons highlight where leaders are growing, where they’re struggling, and what is most needed to thrive in 2026. From embracing AI with clarity instead of fear to mastering the power of deep breathing, feedback language shifts, emotional navigation through the ARIA framework, and the underrated power of brevity, this episode gives you five principles you can apply immediately as you look ahead to the new year. Notable Quotes “There are people during those times when the internet came out, who stayed in the past and their fears didn't allow them to step into the next phase.” — Jay Abbasi “It’s not about thinking, at some point you have to act.” — Jay Abbasi You already have resilience. You don't need more resilience.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday, Jay releases a throwback episode, one of the most meaningful conversations since the show began, to help you close out 2025 strong and enter 2026 with clarity and momentum. And next Friday, Jay returns with Part Two, sharing the top five lessons of the year. A powerful finish to 2025 is coming.

Your child’s first addiction might come from their screen… not a substance. Most parents don’t know it. Most media companies won’t tell you. But the brain science is clear, overstimulating content changes the developing mind. Meet Daniel. It’s nearly 8 p.m. when he walks through the door, exhausted from back-to-back meetings and a demanding day. His three-year-old son, Leo, is sitting on the couch, eyes locked on a tablet as another video auto-plays. Daniel whispers, “Hey buddy,” but Leo doesn’t look up. A wave of guilt hits. He knows screens shouldn’t be raising his son, but he relies on them, ten minutes to answer an email, thirty minutes for a meeting, an hour just to decompress. Earlier that week, Leo’s teacher mentioned attention struggles. Now Daniel fears the long-term effects but doesn’t know how to break the cycle. Today, Jay sits down with Will Maurer, award-winning media executive, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Children’s Media Research and Reform Lab. Will is considered the father of children’s media reform, exposing how studios engineer content to hijack a child’s attention, and what parents can actually do instead. His mission: protect the developing brain, reduce shame, and give parents realistic, science-backed solutions in a world where screens aren’t going away. Notable Quotes “Stories like Daniel’s aren’t bad parenting, they’re symptoms of a broken system.” — Will Maurer  “If parents knew the neural effects of this content, they would make different choices.” — Will Maurer  “A child under two should be an active participant, not a hijacked viewer.” — Will Maurer About Our Guest Will Maurer is an award-winning media executive, researcher, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Children’s Media Research and Reform Lab. After discovering the hidden production techniques engineered to keep babies glued to screens, Will left the traditional media world to lead a movement for transparency, reform, and harm-reduction in early-childhood screen time. He now educates parents, policymakers, and creators on how to protect children’s developing brains with practical, compassionate, science-rooted strategies. Resources & Links Will Maurer Children’s Media Research and Reform Lab Website – https://www.cmrrl.org/ Website – https://linktr.ee/willmaurer LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/willmaurer YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@EarlyYearsMedia Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cmrrl.org Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/will.maurer/ TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@willreforms Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time Next Friday, Jay shares 10 of the best lessons he learned in 2025, wisdom pulled from keynote stages, workshops, coaching clients, and his own personal growth. On December 5th, you’ll hear lessons 10 through 6, and the following Friday, the top five. Then, as the year closes, Jay will help you map your goals for 2026 with clarity and intention. Don’t miss it.

“Gratitude isn’t about listing more things. It’s about going deeper into the ones that truly matter.” In this solo episode, Jay explores the science behind gratitude and why it can significantly improve your mood, resilience, physical health, and relationships. Drawing from Dr. Laurie Santos’ renowned Yale course The Science of Well-Being, Jay breaks down how hedonic adaptation keeps us from appreciating what we have and why learning to savor positive experiences is essential for lasting happiness. Jay shares three research-backed gratitude practices that help you slow down, counteract constant stimulation, and train your mind to feel more grounded, connected, and fulfilled. These strategies are simple, repeatable, and powerful when practiced consistently. Notable Quotes  “Hedonic adaptation makes it hard for us to be grateful for things and to really enjoy things because we keep raising the bar.” — Jay Abbasi “Every day you can do this. Something’s happening every day where you can really allow yourself to go deeper and savor that moment.” — Jay Abbasi “Rather than forcing yourself to make a very long list of all the things you're grateful for, I invite you to reflect on one thing and go a few layers deep.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday’s episode, you’ll meet Daniel, a devoted father struggling to balance work demands with raising his young son, Leo. Feeling guilty about relying on screens to keep Leo occupied, Daniel wants to break the cycle and create healthier habits for his family. Jay is joined by Will Maurer, award-winning media executive, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Children’s Media Research & Reform Lab, who is widely regarded as the father of children’s media reform. They dive into how parents can navigate screen time with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Discomfort isn’t danger. It’s data. Most people misread that signal and pull back. But discomfort is often pointing us toward growth. Meet Gabriella. After 25 years in marketing, she’s never experienced this much change at once. New metrics. New leadership. New priorities that contradict last week’s priorities. The constant shift has shaken her confidence and left her second-guessing every move. At home she feels grounded, but at work she’s overwhelmed, replaying conversations, hesitating in meetings, and worrying whether her CEO sees her as capable or replaceable. What she wants most is to respond instead of react, and to finally trust herself again. Today, Jay sits down with Anne Bonney, an international speaker and change leadership expert known for helping people communicate courageously, navigate uncertainty, and build resilience in moments of discomfort. Anne’s personal story, from moving across continents as a child to reinventing her career multiple times, gives her a powerful perspective on letting go, embracing change, and finding courage in the unknown. Notable Quotes “Discomfort is a speed bump, not a stop sign.” — Anne Bonney “Don’t wait until you feel brave. You’ll wait forever.” — Anne Bonney “You’re going to be uncomfortable either way — so which discomfort do you choose?” — Anne Bonney About Our Guest Anne Bonney is a change leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author who helps leaders embrace uncertainty, strengthen emotional intelligence, and move through fear with confidence. She has worked with global organizations like NASA, Under Armour, and Lockheed Martin, sharing practical tools for navigating transition and thriving in the discomfort zone. Resources & Links Anne Bonney Website – https://ignitingyourcourage.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebonney/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6svpLe3qVb6eCKyeY4_Nw Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/SpeakerAnneBonney Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/speakerannebonney/ Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay explores the science of gratitude, why your brain naturally focuses on what you lack and how small daily practices can shift your attention toward what truly matters. If you want more presence, peace, and emotional resilience, this episode will give you tools you can use right away.

Consistency isn’t hard because we’re incapable, it’s hard because instant gratification keeps winning. Today, Jay breaks down why distractions pull us off track and introduces a five-step framework, inspired by Wayne Dyer, to help you delay gratification, understand your triggers, and follow through on the meaningful actions that create long-term results. If you’ve ever wondered why staying consistent feels so hard, or how to train your mind to delay gratification, this episode gives you the roadmap. Notable Quotes “Instant gratification may quench your desires momentarily, but delayed gratification fuels lasting achievements.” — Serena Williams “We’ve become so addicted to instant gratification that we're blind to the impact it has on our lives.” — Frank Sonnenberg “Instant gratification leads to long-term mediocrity.” — Courtney Conley “When you observe the impulse instead of reacting to it, you create the space for choice.” — Jay Abbasi  Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on the show? Submit it through the link below and Jay may highlight it in a future episode, offering personalized insights to help you move forward. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Monday’s episode, you’ll meet Gabriela, a seasoned marketing leader navigating constant change, shifting expectations, and a relentless pace that leaves her feeling unsteady. Jay is joined by Anne Bonney, change-leadership expert, speaker, and author, to unpack how someone in Gabriela’s position can build courage, adapt with confidence, and stay grounded when everything feels in flux. A powerful conversation for anyone facing uncertainty or rapid transformation. Don’t miss it

Meet Trevor. It’s past midnight, and Trevor is still in his office, finishing charts under the dull glow of fluorescent lights. As an oncologist at one of the country’s top hospitals, he carries a heavy emotional load delivering devastating news to families, forcing a hopeful tone for others, and holding the weight of life-and-death decisions every day. On the outside, Trevor is accomplished and respected. On the inside, he feels exhausted, disconnected, and increasingly fraudulent. His routines have slipped. His confidence has taken a hit. And hours lost to social media leave him comparing his life to everyone else’s highlight reel. Despite his success, Trevor can’t shake the feeling that he’s failing himself. He wants balance, consistency, and clarity, but he isn’t sure how to begin. Today, Jay is joined by Leon Thurston Jr., founder of the University of Unstuck, speaker, author, and coach who helps people break free from self-deception and step into radical honesty. Through his own story of struggle and awakening, Leon has built a movement that empowers others to tell the truth, to themselves first and create transformation from the inside out. Together, Jay and Leon explore how self-honesty is the first step toward healing, why so many people hide behind false narratives, and what it really takes to face the truth with courage and compassion. Notable Quotes “You can’t be the principal, the janitor, and the student. At some point you’re going to hit burnout.” — Leon Thurston Jr. “Many of us lack confidence because you’re the only person who’s ever heard every lie you’ve ever told.” — Leon Thurston Jr. “If someone lied to you as much as you lie to yourself, would you trust them?” — Jay Abbasi “Sometimes a crisis is the only thing that forces us to change our behavior.” — Leon Thurston Jr. About Our Guest Leon Thurston Jr. is a speaker, author, and transformational coach dedicated to helping people confront limiting beliefs and rewrite their internal stories. As the founder of University of Unstuck, Leon has inspired thousands through his talks, online programs, and social content that blends humor, truth, and emotional depth. His work challenges people to stop running from themselves and start living from a place of integrity, purpose, and faith. Resources and Links Leon Thurston Jr. University of Unstuck Website – https://www.universityofunstuck.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-thurston-jr-2b635355/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@leejuniorunstuck Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/lee.junior.50?ref=bookmarks Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/leejuniorunstuck/ Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay will break down how to live intentionally rather than in constant reaction mode. Including a five-step process to interrupt that automatic pull toward distraction, retrain your mind to tolerate boredom, and build the capacity for deeper focus and steady progress.  If you’ve been struggling with follow-through or constant distraction, this episode will help you shift your mindset and step fully into your potential. Until then, stay courageous, stay conscious, and stay Unstuck.

In our last episode, Jay spoke with Mitch Bohn, whose story of resilience and refusing to make excuses inspired today’s topic. In this solo episode, Jay explores why excuses keep us stuck, how they limit our potential, and what it takes to break free from the stories we tell ourselves. Drawing from Wayne Dyer’s teachings and a powerful seven-step framework Jay uses in his own coaching, this episode guides you through identifying the excuses holding you back and replacing them with clarity, ownership, and intentional action. Jay explains how excuses are often rooted in old narratives, perceived limitations, or protective behaviors,and how shifting your mindset opens the door to a better future. If you’ve ever felt like your excuses were louder than your belief in yourself, this episode offers a practical and empowering path to let go of what’s holding you back and step into who you’re capable of becoming. Notable Quotes “The only thing an excuse gives you is an option out of the life you'd like to live.” — Wayne Dyer  “Where the excuse ultimately comes from is the decision that you made that this excuse is valid.” — Jay Abbasi “You have to be open to the possibility that what you’ve been telling yourself may not be true.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time In Monday’s episode, you’ll meet Trevor, an oncologist at one of the most prestigious hospitals in the country. Despite his dedication to saving lives, he’s been struggling with imposter syndrome, comparison, and burnout from constantly putting others first. Jay will be joined by Leon Thurston Jr., speaker, coach, and author, whose mission is to help people become their own greatest solution. Together, they’ll explore how someone devoted to saving others can learn to start by saving himself. Don’t miss this powerful and deeply meaningful conversation.

Meet Jerry. He wakes to the sound of hospital machines beeping. The ceiling above him feels foreign. There’s a dull ache in his back and panic rising in his chest as he remembers the ladder, the fall, the shouting voices. At 25, Jerry was a proud construction worker, building homes with his own hands. Now, he can’t lift his arm. The doctors say he might walk again, with time, patience, and relentless therapy, but for now, he can’t even sit up on his own. He tells his family he’s okay, but inside he’s angry, ashamed, and terrified that this is all that’s left. Today, Jay is joined by Mitch Bohn, a podcaster, broadcaster, and TEDx speaker born with spina bifida, a condition that left him unable to walk. Instead of letting his disability define him, Mitch has dedicated his life to amplifying voices in sports and creating accessibility through his nonprofit AccessBillings. He reminds us that life’s greatest impact doesn’t come from what we can’t do, it comes from finding our way to what we love. Together, Jay and Mitch explore how to rediscover meaning when life changes your plans, how to transform frustration into purpose, and how loving something you can’t do might just be the path to fulfillment. Notable Quotes “There’s always a way to do what you love. It’s just going to look different.” — Mitch Bohn “Why dwell on the things you can’t change? Focus on how you can still show up.” — Mitch Bohn “Anger isn’t always bad. It can be the fuel that drives meaningful change.” — Jay Abbasi About Our Guest Mitch Bohn is a podcaster, community advocate, and founder of AccessBillings, a nonprofit organization committed to improving accessibility across Montana. Born with spina bifida, Mitch has undergone more than 20 surgeries yet built a thriving career highlighting athletes, coaches, and advocates through his podcast Wide Left Sports. His story and TEDx talk inspire audiences to overcome adversity with resilience, purpose, and a no-excuses mindset. Resources and Links Mitch Bohn AccessBillings Website – https://accessbillings.org/about/ Wide Left Sports Website – https://wideleftsports.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-bohn-8293b3157/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/mitch.bohn.2025/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bohn.2313 Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay dives into the power of no excuses, how to recognize when self-limiting stories are holding you back, and how to replace them with empowering beliefs. He’ll share a simple seven-step framework inspired by Wayne Dyer and Byron Katie to help you finish the year strong and start 2026 with unstoppable momentum. If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I can’t,” this next episode will help you challenge that voice and rediscover what’s possible. Until then, stay resilient, stay resourceful, and stay Unstuck.

In our last episode, we met Dina, a senior director whose racing thoughts made it hard to slow down and focus. Jay was joined by Maura Thomas, a globally recognized productivity expert and author, who explained that it’s not time we manage, it’s attention. In this solo episode, Jay expands on that idea and shares five powerful strategies to help you reclaim your focus and train your attention. Drawing on science and lived experience, Jay explores how attention works like a muscle and offers specific tools to strengthen it. From meditation and mindful movement to setting rules for your devices, each method is designed to help you reduce reactivity, increase presence, and create more meaningful productivity. Jay reveals how simple daily choices, like allowing yourself to be bored, going “monk mode,” or removing unnecessary notifications, can retrain your brain to stay anchored on what truly matters. By applying even one of these practices, you’ll start to notice more calm, clarity, and control throughout your day. If you’ve been feeling scattered or easily pulled off track, this episode will give you the tools to master your attention and make your focus your greatest advantage. Notable Quotes “Attention is a limited resource. So pay attention to where you pay attention.” — Howard Rheingold “You don’t pay attention. Attention pays you.” — Jay Abbasi “Be less reactive, be intentional, and reclaim the power of where your focus goes.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time In Monday’s episode, Jay introduces Jerry, a young man whose life was suddenly upended by tragedy. Struggling with depression and uncertainty, he’s searching for a way forward. Jay will be joined by Mitch Bohn, who was born with spina bifida and turned his own challenges into a mission to amplify stories of resilience through sports. Together, they’ll explore how Jerry can rebuild from within and rediscover purpose after loss. Don’t miss this heartfelt and inspiring conversation!

Meet Dina. She grips the steering wheel tighter as her phone buzzes in the cup holder. At a red light, she glances down, her daughter’s text flashes on the screen: “How far are you? We’ve been waiting.” Her stomach sinks. She should’ve left the office an hour ago. But one email led to another, and now she’s late for dinner again. Dina is the Senior Director of Customer Service at a fast-growing software company. She’s driven, reliable, and endlessly available. Between long meetings, Spanish classes, and cello lessons, she fills every moment, but still feels exhausted. Beneath her achievements lies a quiet longing for calm, clarity, and time with her family. Today, Jay sits down with Maura Thomas, one of the top time management experts in the world, a TEDx speaker, and author of six books, including Attention Management and Everyone Wants to Work Here. Maura teaches leaders that true productivity isn’t about managing time, it’s about managing attention. Her Empowered Productivity System helps professionals reclaim focus, reduce stress, and accomplish more of what matters most. Together, Jay and Maura unpack how leaders like Dina can break free from distraction, redefine success, and create a life that’s not just full, but fulfilling. Notable Quotes “It’s hard to get somebody to believe something when their livelihood depends on them not believing it.” — Maura Thomas “You can’t solve a distraction problem with a time solution. The antidote to distraction is attention.” — Maura Thomas “Sometimes the best thing you can do for your work is not work.” — Jay Abbasi About Our Guest Maura Thomas is an award-winning speaker, trainer, and author recognized among the world’s top 10 time management professionals. Through her Empowered Productivity System, she helps individuals and organizations regain control of their attention, achieve peak performance, and cultivate work-life balance. Maura’s work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal, and her clients include Google, Dell, and the U.S. Air Force. Resources and Links Maura Thomas Website – https://www.maurathomas.com/ The Empowered Productivity Assessment - https://www.maurathomas.com/productivity-assessment  LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauranevelthomas-productivity-trainer/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/regainyourtime Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay explores five simple strategies to reclaim your attention, practical, evidence-based methods to help you regain focus, cut through distraction, and take back control of your day. If you’ve been feeling scattered or overstimulated, this next episode will help you get grounded, clear, and present in what truly matters most. Until then, stay mindful, stay intentional, and stay Unstuck.

In this special Halloween episode, Jay explores seven surprising life lessons hidden inside some of the most iconic horror films and characters. From Freddy Krueger and Jason Voorhees to Michael Myers, Beetlejuice, Frankenstein, Dracula, and Jigsaw, Jay reveals how even the scariest stories can teach us something powerful about self-awareness, resilience, and gratitude. Each character offers a reflection of the human experience, our fears, our patterns, and our potential to grow beyond them. From learning that nightmares aren’t real to realizing the importance of gratitude for life itself, this episode invites listeners to find meaning in the unexpected and take inspiration from the unlikeliest of places. If you’ve ever loved a good Halloween movie or found yourself facing a few of your own “monsters,” this fun and thought-provoking episode will leave you entertained and inspired. Notable Quotes “Nightmares aren’t real. They’re just stories you tell yourself, and once you see that, you’re free.” — Jay Abbasi “You’re going to get knocked down, but like Michael Myers, you keep getting up. That’s resilience.” — Jay Abbasi “Be grateful for your life. Don’t wait until something shakes you to appreciate it.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story  Join Us Next Time In Monday’s episode, Jay introduces Dina, the Senior Director of Customer Success at a fast-growing software company. She’s passionate about her work but struggling to slow down, constantly feeling overbooked and overwhelmed. Jay will meet with Maura Thomas, ranked among the top 10 time management professionals in the world, TEDx speaker, and author of six books, to explore how Dina can reclaim her attention and create a life that doesn’t just feel full, but fulfilling. Don’t miss this insightful and actionable discussion!