Why We Get Stuck (And How to Move Forward)
From Unstuck your Business by Edith Duran; Inez Nazario-Vega
June 3, 2026 · 34 min · Season 3 · Episode 108
About this episode
This episode explores why business owners feel stuck and how to gain clarity to move forward.
Why do so many business owners feel stuck—even when they're working hard, showing up consistently, and doing all the "right" things? After more than 100 conversations with entrepreneurs, we've noticed a pattern. Most people assume they're stuck because of marketing, sales, time, or the economy. But more often than not, the real issue is a lack of clarity. In this episode, Edith and Inez explore the common reasons business owners feel stuck, the patterns they've observed across industries and stages of business, and why many entrepreneurs misdiagnose the problem. You'll learn: • What feeling stuck actually looks like in business • The difference between being strategically stuck and emotionally stuck • Why lack of clarity creates confusion, inconsistency, and frustration • How unclear messaging impacts marketing and growth • What changes when you gain clarity in your business • One simple step you can take today to start moving forward You'll also get an introduction to the Unstuck Framework—a simple tool designed to help business owners identify where they're stuck and what to do next. If you've ever felt like you're working harder but not making the progress you…
People in this episode
Hosts: Edith Duran, Inez Nazario-Vega
Topics covered
- business clarity
- entrepreneurship
- feeling stuck
- strategic vs emotional stuck
- marketing impact
- Unstuck Framework
Keywords
- business owners
- clarity
- marketing
- emotional stuck
- strategic stuck
- entrepreneurship
- Unstuck Framework
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Organizations: Unstuck Framework
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