Why Smart People Stall in Climate Work (and How to Get Unstuck)

​You care about climate, but right now it feels like you’re shouting into the void. Projects stall, colleagues don’t get it, or you’re second-guessing whether you belong in this space at all. This isn’t a lack of skill — it’s the dip that nearly everyone hits. In this 90-minute interactive session we’ll unpack the psychology of the stall — rejection, imposter syndrome, fear of change — and give you simple, actionable ways to climb out and get back on track.

After Andy's presentation, we'll continue with a breakout room activity where you can connect with like-minded people and put into practice what you've learned.

You will walk away with:

• ​a deeper understanding of barriers and ways to reframe them

• ​actionable resilience tools and resources

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​Andy Nelson (he/him) is a career coach and mentor helping mid-career professionals transition into meaningful work in climate and sustainability. With 20+ years of experience in consulting, startups, and climate tech, he brings a structured yet human approach to career change—grounded in lived experience and strategic insight.