Why You’re Miserable at Work (and How to Fix it Fast!) with Daniel Hartweg

Ever feel like you're stuck in a career that looks perfect on paper but feels empty in reality? In this week's episode of Resume Assassin, we dig into the real reason you're miserable at work—and it has nothing to do with your salary, your title, or your LinkedIn profile. You're not failing. You're just running someone else’s race. And no one knows this better than comedian and former physician Ken Jeong, who traded a $200k+ medical career for the unpredictable path of stand-up comedy—while his wife was battling cancer. Why? Because she asked him one simple question: “If not now, when?”

Our guest this week, career strategist Daniel Hartweg, brings the heat with truth bombs that hit home. He breaks down why so many of us are chasing approval instead of purpose, and why we spend more time planning vacations than our own life’s direction. It’s not about blowing up your entire career overnight—but about realigning your path with what actually matters to you. If you've ever felt boxed in, burned out, or just plain bored, this episode is your wake-up call.

Daniel shares practical strategies to get unstuck and reclaim your purpose—starting with one small step today. From Ken Jeong’s leap of faith to the real-world transformations Daniel’s clients have experienced, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and actionable advice. Whether you're dreaming of a new direction or just craving more meaning in your current role, this conversation will help you take that first bold step—on your own terms.

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