Stuck In Corporate? | Corporate Burnout, Christian Women, Career Transition, Faith-Based Coaching, Corporate Exit Strategy

After 30 years in the same industry, Mark Barbaro found himself at a crossroads. His latest corporate role had ended after just eight months, and he had a choice to make: return to the safety and stability of corporate life, or take a leap of faith and start his own business. In this powerful episode, Mark shares his journey from corporate veteran to successful home improvement business owner. He...

What really happens when you leave corporate after 20 years to become an entrepreneur? In this raw and honest episode, I'm sharing the whole truth—the excitement of the beginning, the breakdown in the middle, and the slow rebuild that changed everything. If you've ever read those "I replaced my six-figure salary in 12 months" stories and wondered why your journey doesn't look like that, this episo...

It's time to make a decision. In this direct and empowering episode, we're tackling the hard truth: if you're not going to be obedient to God's direction, it's time to either take the leap or let the dream go. No more living in the painful in-between. Looking at your life a year from now in the exact same spot—wishing you had made the change—is far worse than never dreaming at all. God planted tha...

It's Christmas week, and while everyone's wrapping presents, you're sitting with that familiar ache—knowing you're called to something more meaningful but paralyzed by confusion and doubt. If you're a high-achieving woman who's been overthinking every step of your next career move, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down exactly why confusion and doubt aren't helping you find your purpose—and s...

Are you stuck in corporate burnout, knowing you're meant for something more, but financial fear keeps you frozen? In this episode, Faith-Fueled Exit Coach Holly breaks down exactly how to leave your corporate job and step into your purpose-driven entrepreneurial journey—even when money anxiety feels overwhelming. What You'll Learn: Understanding Financial Fear in Career Change Why financial fear p...

Are you sitting in your corporate job right now, feeling that pull toward something more? That whisper that says you're meant to coach, consult, or serve in a bigger way? In this episode, I'm breaking down the 5 reasons why you need to stop wasting your calling and finally start your business. We're not just talking about WHAT's holding you back—we're diving into WHY it matters and exactly HOW to...

Burnt out, financially stressed about the holidays, and too exhausted to even imagine what freedom could look like? You're not alone—and this episode is for you. If you've been telling yourself "I'll figure it out later" but later never comes... if you're tired of grinding through each day while dreaming of something more... if you feel like nobody truly understands how hard you're working—friend,...

What if chasing money is actually keeping you broke? In this episode, we're flipping the script on traditional success and diving deep into why purpose-driven work will always outperform money-chasing hustle. If you're building a business, starting a side hustle, or feeling stuck in the grind, this conversation will shift your entire perspective on success, fulfillment, and what really matters. IN...

The Holidays are here… and so is the pressure to spend money you don’t actually have. But the real danger isn’t the debt — it’s the fear of looking at it. In this honest and freeing episode, Holly opens up about how she fell into debt through unchecked spending, relationship dynamics, and avoidance… and the moment everything shifted when she finally faced the numbers with God. You’ll learn: • Why...

Are you sitting in a corporate job you once prayed for… but now secretly dread showing up to every day? Do you feel burned out, stuck, and torn between security and obedience — wondering if God’s really calling you to something more? You’re not alone, friend. In this episode of Stuck in Corporate?, I’m sharing how I faced my fears, wrestled with doubt, and finally took the leap of faith to leave m...

Have you ever felt like you’re living a life that looks successful on paper—but your soul feels restless? In this episode of Stuck in Corporate?, Holly Powell shares the story of how God took her from burnout and busyness to peace, purpose, and clarity. Through prayer, reflection, and obedience, Holly discovered that clarity doesn’t come from striving—it comes from stillness and surrender. Tune in...

👉Grab Your Spot: https://calendly.com/holly-stuckincorporate/new-meeting Hi there So many people never step into their calling — not because they’re afraid to fail, but because they’re afraid to not know. We want the plan. The guarantee. The proof that it’ll all work out before we move. But faith doesn’t work like that. God doesn’t hand you a GPS. He gives you a compass — and asks you to trust Hi...

👉Grab your Spot here: https://calendly.com/holly-stuckincorporate/new-meeting Have you ever been so sure God was calling you to something—until the moment you took a step, and doubt crept in? Suddenly, you’re asking, “Was that really God… or just me?” In this episode, Holly unpacks how doubt often masquerades as responsibility, how the enemy mimics God’s tone to keep you stuck, and how to discern...

Hi My Friend,  Someone told me recently, “I’m using my family as an excuse. I don’t want to live out my dreams because I’m afraid it’s going to jeopardize our lives. I’m the breadwinner, and I’m afraid I’ll lose everything.” If that hits home, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about fear, faith, and the fine line between providing for your family and truly leading them. We’ll unpack...

🎉 Bonus Birthday Episode: 45 Fun Facts About Me **disclaimer: I talk about some pretty personal things that have happened in my life. Listener discretion is advised** Yep, you read that right — today’s episode is a special birthday bonus! 🥳 Every year, I like to take a moment to pause and reflect on how far God has brought me — the lessons learned, the people I’ve met, and the purpose He continu...

Hey there! If you've recently lost your job, I'm sorry to hear this happened to you...But don't panic! When the layoff hits, panic is easy — purpose is harder. In this powerful episode, Holly helps you pause long enough to ask the deeper question: What if this isn’t punishment, but permission? Instead of rushing to the next “safe” job, you’ll learn how to use this season to seek God’s direction, r...

Hi Friend,  What happens when the job you took to provide for your family becomes the very thing that’s tearing it apart? In this heartfelt episode, Holly shares a powerful story of burnout, misplaced priorities, and the painful realization that success means nothing if it costs you the people you love most. You’ll learn how to realign your life with God’s design — not the world’s definition of su...

Hi There! Do you feel guilty every time you say “no” at work? I get it. I used to say yes to everything—overtime, weekends, emails at all hours—thinking it would make me look valuable. But instead, it drained my confidence, my health, and my faith. In this episode, I’m unpacking the people-pleasing trap, how God views boundaries, and how you can start honoring Him (and yourself) by saying no witho...

Hi There, Are you replaying the same lies in your head—I’m too old, I’ll lose everything, I don’t have time, I’ve come too far to start over, what will people think? Those words don’t just discourage you, they keep you chained to a cubicle instead of walking into the life God has for you. In this episode, I’m unpacking the lies that hold so many people back, and showing you why they don’t have to...

Hi Friend!!! Are you tired of chasing promotions, projects, and promises that never deliver? Corporate tells you this time will be different—but those very promises are keeping you stuck. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the lies corporate feeds us, share my own story of nearly falling for them again, and reveal the godly perspective that finally set me free. You’ll learn: ✨ The false...

Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Who even am I?” On paper, your life looks perfect—career, paycheck, success—but inside, you feel empty and disconnected from the person God created you to be. In this episode, I share my journey from burnout and identity loss to rebuilding my life through faith and purpose. You’ll hear the raw story of how I traded people-pleasing and 60-hour workwe...

Hi Friend! They call it the golden handcuffs—the steady paycheck, the benefits, the prestige. But what if the very comfort you’re clinging to is the thing keeping you from the life God designed for you? In this episode, I share the raw story of what it felt like to walk away from a high-paying corporate job and step into the unknown with faith as my anchor. Together, we’ll dive into: The Golden Ha...

Have you ever had that moment where everything in you whispers, something has to change? In this episode, I share the story of how one disappointing annual review sent me on a life-changing journey. I was a workaholic chasing money, titles, and promotions—yet behind the scenes, I felt burnt out, lost, and unfulfilled. Maybe you’ve been there too… sitting in traffic, wondering if this is all there...