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3 in 30: How to Prep for PTO and Actually Enjoy Your Vacation
In this episode, Lauren and career coach Marnie Lemonik are in full holiday prep mode—tackling the stress that often comes with taking paid time off. From the anxiety of unplugging to the chaos of catching up, they share practical strategies to make your vacations more restorative and less overwhelming.
You’ll Learn:
- How to use AI tools to streamline your post-vacation “catch up” process
- How to navigate your company’s PTO norms and clearly communicate expectations
- How to reframe time off as an essential part of long-term career success
Show Notes
Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW
Follow Marnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnielemonik/
Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/
Resources
Job Search Dashboard:
https://careercontessa.teachable.com/p/the-job-search-dashboard-notion-template?affcode=70732_cx6_j5wn
CareerFitter Online Assessment: https://www.careerfitter.com/free_test/careerbuilder?afid=2218
Marnie’s Free Resources
https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources
Marnie’s Interview Prep eBook:
https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources/p/ebook-how-to-shine-in-your-next-job-interview
10% Discount Code: CCPOD
Career Contessa Resources
Book 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/
Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/
Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/
Career Contessa Resources
Book 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/
Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/
Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/
Sponsors
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In this episode, Lauren and career coach Marnie Lemonik are in full holiday prep mode—tackling the stress that often comes with taking paid time off. From the anxiety of unplugging to the chaos of catching up, they share practical strategies to make your vacations more restorative and less overwhelming.
You’ll Learn:
- How to use AI tools to streamline your post-vacation “catch up” process
- How to navigate your company’s PTO norms and clearly communicate expectations
- How to reframe time off as an essential part of long-term career success
Show Notes
Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW
Follow Marnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnielemonik/
Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/
Resources
Job Search Dashboard:
https://careercontessa.teachable.com/p/the-job-search-dashboard-notion-template?affcode=70732_cx6_j5wn
CareerFitter Online Assessment: https://www.careerfitter.com/free_test/careerbuilder?afid=2218
Marnie’s Free Resources
https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources
Marnie’s Interview Prep eBook:
https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources/p/ebook-how-to-shine-in-your-next-job-interview
10% Discount Code: CCPOD
Career Contessa Resources
Book 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/
Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/
Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/
Career Contessa Resources
Book 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/
Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/
Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/
Sponsors
Take back control of your business today. Open a Found account for FREE at found.com. Found is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by Lead Bank, Member FDIC.
Go to livemomentous.com, and use promo code CONTESSA for up to 35% off your first order.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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