HBR IdeaCast Breaking Through When You Feel Stuck
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May 16, 2023 
Adam Alter, a marketing professor at NYU Stern and author of 'Anatomy of a Breakthrough,' delves into the universal experience of feeling stuck. He discusses how distractions can impede progress in both personal and professional realms. Alter shares innovative strategies for overcoming stagnation, including the surprising tactic of doing nothing. He emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives and mindful actions in fostering breakthroughs, alongside psychological techniques that encourage creativity and collaboration within organizations.
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Kurt Nikesh's Writer's Block
- Kurt Nikesh describes his struggle with writer's block during his master's thesis.
- He lost momentum after a break and only finished with his advisor's help.
Universality of Stuckness
- Getting stuck isn't limited to creative fields; it's universal and affects everyone.
- It's a prolonged state of inaction despite having the power to change.
Small Bursts of Action
- Overcome procrastination and stuckness with small bursts of action.
- Even unproductive actions can be effective unsticking mechanisms.
