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Unstuck with Jay Abbasi
Real people. Real stories. Real solutions. I’m Jay Abbasi, host of Unstuck, and as a former leader at Tesla, I understand the whirlwind of challenges in the modern work scene. In this podcast, we reveal how to thrive in demanding work environments through relatable, real-life stories. Each episode begins with a story based on real life professional challenges (some details are changed to protect anonymity), followed by expert insights to help you thrive at work including practical advice on…
Episodes
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi160: Why Success Still Feels Empty
Why do “successful” people so often feel unfulfilled? Meet Raj. He leads a team of 15 in a fast-growing sustainability division. On paper, everything looks…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi159: Leading at the Speed of AI
AI is moving fast. The real question is, can we keep up as humans? In this solo episode, Jay breaks down how leaders can navigate rapid technological change…
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158: My Wife Took Over The Podcast
What happens when the host becomes the guest… and nothing goes as planned? Meet Jay… from a completely different perspective. This time, the questions aren’t…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi157: The Real Reason You Get Distracted
Distraction isn’t new, but there are evidence-based ways to cultivate greater focus. In this solo episode, Jay breaks down the real reason we struggle with…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi156: Pursue Your Spark
What happens when the life that once excited you… no longer fits? Meet Emma. After 30 years in real estate, she’s built a successful career, but lately even…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi155: The “ABC” Framework for Reframing Challenges
What if the way you see your challenges is the problem, not the challenge itself? In this solo episode, Jay introduces a simple yet powerful framework to help…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi154: Turn Your Anger Into Power
What is your anger trying to tell you? Meet Annabelle. At home, she swallows her frustration to keep the peace. At work, she watches others get recognized…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi153: 3 of the Fastest Ways to Build Confidence
The fastest way to build confidence is not what most people think. In this solo episode, Jay breaks down three practical and proven ways to build confidence in…
Unstuck with Jay AbbasiUnstuck Classics: Stop Lying to Yourself
How many times have you told yourself you’d change… and didn’t? In this episode, we revisit the story of Trevor, an oncologist who has built a career on…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi152: 10 Tips For My Younger Self (Part 2 – Birthday Special)
What if the most important advice you ever received was the advice you gave yourself? In this special continuation of Jay’s birthday reflection series, he…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi151: Why You Can’t Heal Overnight
What if the reason you feel stuck… is because you’re trying to heal too fast? Meet Tony. He’s an account manager at a chemical manufacturer under constant…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi150: 10 Tips for My Younger Self (Part 1 – Birthday Special)
“If you could go back 20 years, what advice would you give yourself?” In this special birthday episode, Jay reflects on turning 40 and shares the first half of…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi149: The Hidden Cost of Being Agreeable
What if being agreeable is not only affecting your confidence, but it’s also affecting your health? Meet Penelope. She nods as her boss speaks, offering…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi148: The Science of Being Kind to Yourself
What if you treated yourself with the same understanding and care you give to others? In this solo episode, Jay explores the science and psychology behind…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi147: The Second Act Nobody Prepares You For
A high salary with a prestigious job title doesn't necessarily mean you're successful. Meet Lauren. A respected VP in tech with over 20 years of experience…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi146: 7 Steps to Manage Workplace Conflict
“To manage conflict effectively, you must manage the conflict within yourself first.” In this solo episode, Jay breaks down a practical, experience-driven…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi145: Stop Reacting, Start Responding
Great leaders don’t react emotionally; they respond logically. Meet Maya. A Chief Supply Chain Officer at a major beverage company, Maya once had a strong…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi144: 3 Words That Can Change Your Life
“Everything we do becomes more meaningful when it connects to something bigger than ourselves.” In this solo episode, Jay introduces three simple but powerful…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi143: Keep Your Eyes on the Knife
Life is meaningless when you’re constantly distracted. To have more meaning, you need to have more focus. Meet Randy. It’s 2:17 a.m., and he’s staring at the…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi142: 4 Keys to Unlocking Unwavering Persistence
“We must all suffer from one of two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.” In this solo episode, Jay explores why persistence feels so difficult…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi141: My Journey to the TEDx Stage
Some dreams don’t start with a plan. They start with a feeling you can’t ignore. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at what that journey actually…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi140: How to Plan Your Life (Not Just Your Week)
“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan.” In this solo episode, Jay shares his personal system for planning…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi139: Get Back in the Driver’s Seat
When life feels overwhelming, it’s often because no one is actually driving. Meet Hannah. She’s a driven single mom with two young boys and a demanding…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi138: 9 Takeaways From the Best Book I’ve Ever Read
“What you’re aware of, you’re in control of. What you’re not aware of is in control of you.” In this deeply reflective solo episode, Jay shares nine…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi137: The Leadership Mistake Nobody Talks About
Being strong isn’t the same as being resilient. Meet Zara. She’s the one everyone relies on. At work, she fixes delays, calms clients, and takes on just one…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi136: 7 Tricks to Mastering a PowerPoint Presentation
“A great presentation uses slides to support the message, not compete with it.” In this solo episode, Jay shares seven practical, field-tested techniques to…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi135: From Anxiety to Executive Presence
Anxiety doesn’t mean you’re not ready. It often means you care. Meet Gloria. Confident one-on-one but anxious in high-stakes rooms, Gloria freezes when…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi134: The 7-Step Formula for Better Meetings
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi133: Don’t Be a ‘Know-It-All’ Leader
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi132: 3 Skills To Get Ahead in 2026
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…
Unstuck with Jay AbbasiUnstuck Classics: Stop Waiting for the “Perfect Time”
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…
Unstuck with Jay AbbasiUnstuck Classics: Lead With Joy: How To Reignite Your Spark
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi131: 4 Simple Steps to Achieve Your Goals in 2026
“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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi130: A Conversation with My Wife
"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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi129: 10 Lessons I’m Taking Into 2026 (Part 2)
“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…
Unstuck with Jay AbbasiUnstuck Classics: Embracing Change and Making Better Decisions
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi128: 10 Lessons I’m Taking Into 2026 (Part 1)
“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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi127: The Truth About Children’s Screen Time
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi126: 3 Science-Backed Gratitude Practices
“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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi125: Dancing in the Comfort Zone
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi124: A 5-Step Framework To Be More Consistent
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi123: Stop Lying to Yourself
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi122: 7 Steps to Rid Yourself of Excuses
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi121: Loving Something You Can’t Do
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi120: 5 Strategies to Conquer Distractions
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi119: You Manage Your Attention, Not Your Time
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…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi118: 7 Lessons From Your Favorite Halloween
In this special Halloween episode, Jay explores seven surprising life lessons hidden inside some of the most iconic horror films and characters. From Freddy…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi117: What’s the Game You’re Playing?
Meet Natalie. It’s late in the evening, and her office light is still on. Next to her sits a cold cup of coffee as unread emails pile up on her screen. Another…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi116: The Formula to Creating Impactful Presentations
In our last episode, we met Zahir, a leader struggling to inspire his team. Jay was joined by Russ Peterson Jr., who shared insights on how to deliver messages…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi115: 5 Steps to Becoming a Master Storyteller
Meet Zahir. The conference room is silent as he clicks through his slides. As Director of Global Supply for an international tech company, he’s presenting a…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi114: 7 Quotes That Changed My Life
In this solo episode, Jay reflects on the wisdom of seven timeless quotes by the 13th-century poet Rumi. Each quote has shaped his perspective on resilience…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi113: True Resilience is Not About “Bouncing Back”
Meet Reggie. The alarm blares again as steam rises from the conveyor belt. Some employees shout over the noise while others stand idle. As plant manager of a…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi112: How to Assume Positive Intent
In our last episode, we met Lucy, a leader in the hospitality industry who felt the entire weight of responsibility was on her shoulders. With her team not…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi111: The Pineapple Principle: How to Live an Exceptional Life
Meet Lucy. She slams her laptop shut after another long, frustrating day. Deadlines are missed, clients are unhappy, and she feels like she’s carrying the…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi110: HEAT: A 4-Step Framework to Address Conflict
In our last episode, we met Cindy, an executive leader struggling to get her team aligned. Jay was joined by Mike Robbins, who shared insights on taking…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi109: The Authenticity Equation
Meet Cindy. She has a fresh agenda in front of her as she works to keep the leadership meeting on track. But already, the conversation has drifted into side…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi108: 5 Hacks to Make Habits Stick
In our last episode, we met Bobby, a sales leader frustrated by a stagnant team. Alongside high-performance coach Alan Stein Jr., we explored the importance of…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi107: Simplify Success & Master the Basics
Meet Bobby. He’s leaning forward at the head of the conference table, arms crossed, listening as his sales team lists missed deadlines, client changes, and…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi106: 7 Techniques to Become a Master Communicator
In our last episode, we met Chloe, a talented director struggling to communicate with confidence and influence senior leaders at her company. Alongside guest…
Unstuck with Jay Abbasi105: Master Your Influence, Monday to Monday
Meet Chloe. She’s seated in a Monday morning strategy meeting, fingers laced tightly in her lap, nodding as the VP speaks. Her idea, an inventory strategy that…