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

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