Resources
Career Conversations: Breaking Professional Inertia
University of Rochester Alumni Career Conversations
Why is knowing what to do in our careers so much easier than actually doing it? Whether you're feeling stuck in your current role or frustrated by your job search, you're not alone—and there’s a way forward. This is was an interactive virtual workshop led by leadership and executive coach Alex Pearlman ’07. He explored the science behind professional inertia and discussed how to move from analysis to action.
Uncover why motivation lags, even when you know what needs to change
Discover where you stand with a self-assessment
Learn a proven decision framework to clarify your next move
Walk away with actionable strategies to break the inertia
