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Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee

James Hammond
Career Breaks
Career Break
Burnout
Breakspace
Work-Life Balance
Self-Care
Mental Health
Blossom
Pain Tolerance
Productivity
Morning Routine
Betrayal
Scared-Cited
Sabbaticals
Personal Growth
Free Time Management
Career Transformations
Job Search
Reentry Period
Entrepreneurship

Welcome to Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee - a veteran career break coach and author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies. This is your go-to podcast for all things ‘career break’ where each week, we’ll break down insider strategies, create meaningful mindset shifts and share real-life examples so you’ll feel clear and confident about taking a break. BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com Sch... more

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Episode 40 - Escaping the 9-to-5: Proving Worth vs. Finding Devotion

In this episode of the podcast Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, Katrina reflects on one of the biggest questions people face when considering a break from their careers: ... more

Episode 39 - Katrina Reflects on BreakSpace: What 100+ Members Taught Us About Career Break Success

In this episode of Taking A Career Break With Katrina McGhee, Katrina reflects on the first year of running BreakSpace, the community she co-founded ... more

Episode 38 - Katrina Answers Your Questions on Career Breaks: Money, Mindset & Stigma

Welcome back to Taking A Career Break With Katrina McGhee! In this episode, Katrina answers your questions about career breaks, from how much money you really need... more

Episode 37 - Career Break Mindset: Overcoming Guilt, Finding Joy & Redefining Success

Taking a career break isn’t just about money, logistics, or checking off boxes—it’s about mindset. In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, James Hammond ... more

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Katrina McGhee
Career break and sabbatical coach and author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies. Katrina offers insider strategies and coaching insights related to career breaks and personal development.
James Hammond
Podcast host and producer who co-hosts the discussions focusing on career breaks and personal growth strategies alongside Katrina McGhee.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • A wealth of informative info!

    Hi, I’ve been listening to the podcast for a few months now in the run up to my 9 month sabbatical from a stressful NHS career. This podcast has helped give insight and provide language for how I’ve been feeling (burnt out) and inspired some ideas for my husband and I to do on our joint sabbaticals! I’ve thoroughly enjoyed each episode and since starting my career break, I have more mental space to actually anticipate and look forward to each episode every week! I really enjoy the dynamic of Kat... more

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    Nazinazz
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellent resource if you are considering taking or on a career break!

    A wonderful podcast to add to your resource collection if you’re considering or on a break. Katrina has been so helpful on my own journey and I just found out she also has a podcast! She really helps to break down some major themes and provide the courage, confidence and mindset shifts you may need to help you take a bold leap.

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    Cm70104
    United States4 months ago

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How To Navigate The Ups and Downs of a Career Break
Q: How can individuals prepare for the emotional ups and downs of a career break?
Katrina emphasizes the importance of having flexible plans for both high-energy and low-energy days and accepting that navigating a break can be challenging emotionally.
How to structure your morning routine and free time
Q: How to structure time where you feel okay sitting down and watching TV or doing something that's more of a hobby?
Set proactive blocks of time for rest or hobbies to give yourself permission to enjoy downtime without feeling guilty.
How to structure your morning routine and free time
Q: How do you go about developing a morning routine?
A great morning routine involves nurturing and caring for yourself with activities that you enjoy or feel beneficial, without making it an oppressive checklist.
Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number
Q: Is it okay to accept change in the expectation?
Yes, individuals should zoom out and realize that the original expectations were set by an uninformed version of themselves. Adjusting expectations is part of the process.
Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number
Q: Do you think there's a certain amount of time that you need to have on your career break for any expectations that really start to be investigated?
Yes, if someone is burnt out or wrestling with health issues, it takes longer than three months to realign with their goals and expectations.

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Focusing on the journey of taking career breaks, the content addresses the emotional and practical aspects of stepping away from work for personal growth. Each episode features discussions around themes such as managing expectations, budgeting, and finding self-awareness during breaks. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights from coaching experiences, aiming to empower listeners to view career breaks not just as time off, but as opportunities for reflection and rejuvenation. Unique to this series is its strong focus on mental health and self-care, making it a supportive resource for those navigating the complexities of a career break. Discussions often include practical strategies, such as budgeting tips and mindset shifts, which ma... more

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