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🎙 Episode 17: Is It Time for a Second Career Break? Yes, and Here's Why
Description:
You took the leap once—and now you're thinking about doing it again. In this episode, host James Hammond and career break coach Katrina McGhee dive into the powerful (and totally normal) desire to take a second career break. Whether you're feeling burned out again, misaligned in your career path, or simply craving a deeper life reset, this episode gives you full permission to pause—again.
Katrina shares personal stories and client experiences that reveal why one sabbatical is often just the beginning of a more intentional, balanced, and fulfilling life. Plus, we unpack the difference between short vs. long breaks, how the second break hits differently, and how to navigate the logistics (and self-doubt) that come with doing it all over again.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why it’s totally normal to crave a second career break
Signs it might be time to take another sabbatical
How to make a second break more intentional and aligned
What Katrina’s second break taught her that the first didn’t
Why breaks are a lifelong tool, not a one-time fix
Tips for navigating finances, mindset, and purpose when you’ve already taken a break before
Perfect For You If You’re…
✅ Feeling unfulfilled after your first return to work
✅ Wondering if it’s “crazy” to hit pause again
✅ Looking to reclaim your time, energy, and purpose
✅ Curious how to build a break-friendly lifestyle
✅ Craving more travel, rest, or clarity in your life or business
📚 Resources Mentioned:
Taking a Career Break for Dummies by Katrina McGhee
Previous Episode: The Truth About Self-Awareness on Career Breaks
James sharing his stories from his Winging It Travel Podcast and taking multiple career breaks
💬 Join the Conversation:
Have you taken a second career break—or are you thinking about it? DM us or tag us @TakingACareerBreak to share your story.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome + Why We’re Talking Second Career Breaks
James and Katrina introduce the episode and share why the topic of a second career break is more common (and necessary) than people think.
01:25 – What Happens After Your First Career Break
Katrina explains how clients often return for another break—and why it's not just burnout, but a deeper desire for alignment.
03:10 – The Fear of Wanting Another Break
Is it “crazy” to want a second sabbatical before your first one even ends? Katrina shares why this is normal and how she addresses it in her book.
04:50 – Different Kinds of Second Breaks
From quick resets to total life pivots—how second breaks can look very different from the first.
06:52 – Katrina’s Two Breaks: A Personal Comparison
She shares how her meticulously planned first break and her spontaneous second one each brought unique lessons and healing.
10:30 – After the Second Break: What Changed
Katrina reflects on her mindset after returning from break #2 and how it reshaped her life and business.
13:27 – How to Know If It’s Time for Another Break
What signs to look for when your life or career feels misaligned—even after a previous pause.
14:28 – Building a Life That Welcomes Breaks
Why breaks aren’t one-time events, and how to integrate rest, healing, and freedom into your long-term lifestyle.
15:02 – Parting Advice: Normalize the Second Break
Final words of encouragement: You’re not broken. You’re evolving—and it’s okay to pause as often as you need to.
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch today to start your journey!
Book a coaching session - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Join the waitlist for the BreakSpace community - https://www.beyondabreak.com/breakspace
Purchase Taking a Career Break for Dummies - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
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🎙 Episode 17: Is It Time for a Second Career Break? Yes, and Here's Why
Description:
You took the leap once—and now you're thinking about doing it again. In this episode, host James Hammond and career break coach Katrina McGhee dive into the powerful (and totally normal) desire to take a second career break. Whether you're feeling burned out again, misaligned in your career path, or simply craving a deeper life reset, this episode gives you full permission to pause—again.
Katrina shares personal stories and client experiences that reveal why one sabbatical is often just the beginning of a more intentional, balanced, and fulfilling life. Plus, we unpack the difference between short vs. long breaks, how the second break hits differently, and how to navigate the logistics (and self-doubt) that come with doing it all over again.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why it’s totally normal to crave a second career break
Signs it might be time to take another sabbatical
How to make a second break more intentional and aligned
What Katrina’s second break taught her that the first didn’t
Why breaks are a lifelong tool, not a one-time fix
Tips for navigating finances, mindset, and purpose when you’ve already taken a break before
Perfect For You If You’re…
✅ Feeling unfulfilled after your first return to work
✅ Wondering if it’s “crazy” to hit pause again
✅ Looking to reclaim your time, energy, and purpose
✅ Curious how to build a break-friendly lifestyle
✅ Craving more travel, rest, or clarity in your life or business
📚 Resources Mentioned:
Taking a Career Break for Dummies by Katrina McGhee
Previous Episode: The Truth About Self-Awareness on Career Breaks
James sharing his stories from his Winging It Travel Podcast and taking multiple career breaks
💬 Join the Conversation:
Have you taken a second career break—or are you thinking about it? DM us or tag us @TakingACareerBreak to share your story.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome + Why We’re Talking Second Career Breaks
James and Katrina introduce the episode and share why the topic of a second career break is more common (and necessary) than people think.
01:25 – What Happens After Your First Career Break
Katrina explains how clients often return for another break—and why it's not just burnout, but a deeper desire for alignment.
03:10 – The Fear of Wanting Another Break
Is it “crazy” to want a second sabbatical before your first one even ends? Katrina shares why this is normal and how she addresses it in her book.
04:50 – Different Kinds of Second Breaks
From quick resets to total life pivots—how second breaks can look very different from the first.
06:52 – Katrina’s Two Breaks: A Personal Comparison
She shares how her meticulously planned first break and her spontaneous second one each brought unique lessons and healing.
10:30 – After the Second Break: What Changed
Katrina reflects on her mindset after returning from break #2 and how it reshaped her life and business.
13:27 – How to Know If It’s Time for Another Break
What signs to look for when your life or career feels misaligned—even after a previous pause.
14:28 – Building a Life That Welcomes Breaks
Why breaks aren’t one-time events, and how to integrate rest, healing, and freedom into your long-term lifestyle.
15:02 – Parting Advice: Normalize the Second Break
Final words of encouragement: You’re not broken. You’re evolving—and it’s okay to pause as often as you need to.
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch today to start your journey!
Book a coaching session - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Join the waitlist for the BreakSpace community - https://www.beyondabreak.com/breakspace
Purchase Taking a Career Break for Dummies - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]