Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going.
Whatever career stage you find yourself in at the moment, it can change with a little help from a coach who can relate.
Author | Career Coach | 3rd Act Explorer

Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going.
Whatever career stage you find yourself in at the moment, it can change with a little help from a coach who can relate.
Author | Career Coach | 3rd Act Explorer
Coach Korie in a Book…
Whether you’re worried about the impact of AI, rethinking your career path, or nearing your third act (formerly known as retirement), this book guides you in planning a purposeful transition to what’s next in your life.
Drawing from my own journey of reinventing my career, I offer practical tools, actionable exercises, and inspiring stories to help you intentionally design a career and life filled with meaning, creativity, and flexibility. Learn more…
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This is an invitation to begin a journey where you are never lost, just exploring what’s possible in your life.”
Readers Respond . . .
“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
“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
“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
“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
“As a financial advisor, I often see that successful retirement and career changes require more than sound financial planning—they also require clarity, purpose, and a vision for what’s next. Drawing on the compelling backdrop of her own journey from theater to the corporate world and ultimately to coaching, Korie provides a thoughtful framework and practical exercises to help readers navigate change with confidence and clarity. Get Unstuck. Get Clear. Get Going. is a must-read for anyone planning what’s next in their life.”
—Eric Han, JD, MBA, APMA, Associate Financial Advisor, Broadview Wealth Advisors
“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
For more reader reviews, check out my author page.
Upcoming Events
Join me for my book reading at the Redwood City Library, 1044 Middlefield Road, on September 29th at 6:30.
Co-sponsored by Phase2Careers and Friends of the Redwood City Library.
Career Coaching
Because of my career journey, I have a unique perspective on navigating transitions, making me well-equipped to coach you through your own.
I believe the power of coaching lies in the simple belief that you are naturally creative, resourceful, and hold the answers you seek – you just need the time and space to ask “What if?”
My role is to help you listen for and find the answer. So ask yourself . . .
- Are you feeling stuck—afraid to take risks or make changes, so you choose to do nothing?
- Are you feeling unclear—unable to feel safe exploring possibilities, or lacking time to reflect on what’s next?
- Are you unsure how to get going—confused about where to start on a plan for change?
If your answer is yes to any of these questions,
schedule a free 20-minute coaching consultation call.
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