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Taking a Career Break: Sabbatical Planning and Career Break Strategy episodes
- Revisiting Episode 19 - Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number
Episode 50 - Revisiting Episode 19 - Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number
Welcome to Episode 50, and as we approach the end of the calendar year, Katrina and James are going to pick two episodes each from our catalogue that people should definitely check out.
This week, it is Katrina's turn, and she picks Episode 19 - Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number
What happens when your career break doesn’t go as planned?
You take time off expecting to feel restored, get fit, maybe write that book, or finally tick off a bucket list goal… but a few months in, you’re still exhausted, overwhelmed, or nowhere near those expectations.
In this episode, James sits down with career break coach Katrina McGhee to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of taking time off — and why letting go of rigid expectations is the key to actually enjoying and growing from the experience.
Timestamps
00:00 The Importance of Breaks
01:27 Understanding the Three-Month Rule
02:51 Introduction and Personal Updates
06:55 Understanding Expectations During Career Breaks
12:13 The Three-Month Mark: A Turning Point
16:08 Navigating Changing Expectations
22:15 Avoiding Unrealistic Expectations
24:31 Join BreakSpace
Listen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
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🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
25 min - Revisiting Episode 4 - Can You Afford A Career Break?
Episode 49 - Revisiting Episode 4 - Can You Afford A Career Break?
Welcome to Episode 49, and as we approach the end of the calendar year, Katrina and James are going to pick two episodes each from our catalogue that people should definitely check out.
This week, it is James' turn and he picks Episode 4 - Can You Afford A Career Break?
If we are honest with ourselves, any subject relating to money like a career break, a holiday, a house, a car or an expensive purchase, the first thing that comes to mind is can you afford it?
With a career break, this is no different.
Katrina shares her story of clearing debts and saving money at the same time to go on a career break and James shares his stories from working low paying job but still being able to travel long term afterwards.
An intriguing episode and one you should definitely listen to, check it out and let us know what you think.
Timestamps
00:00 Exploring the Topic of Money and Career Breaks
02:28 Budgeting for Your Career Break
14:45 Can You Afford a Break?
21:15 Join BreakSpace
Listen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
22 min - The Future of Career Breaks in 2026: Trends, Data & Why More People Are Taking Sabbaticals
Episode 48 - The Future of Career Breaks in 2026: Trends, Data & Why More People Are Taking Sabbaticals
In this episode, James and Katrina explore an important question as 2026 approaches: Are career breaks becoming more accepted and normalised, or is the movement slowing down? The conversation reveals a clear answer — the momentum behind sabbaticals is stronger than ever.
James invites Katrina to break down the real trends she’s seeing through her coaching, BreakSpace community, and the growing volume of research on the topic. Katrina explains why the demand for sabbaticals keeps increasing, how major platforms like LinkedIn and Harvard Business Review have validated the trend, and why people are feeling more empowered to take intentional time off.
They also discuss the most powerful driver behind the rise of career breaks — seeing other real people do it. Whether through personal networks or storytelling, this visibility creates a ripple effect that encourages others to take the leap.
The episode touches on burnout, shifting work culture, and why more professionals are questioning the traditional path. James and Katrina also share details about a new 2026 mini-series featuring powerful, real career break stories from individuals Katrina has supported first-hand.
For anyone considering a sabbatical, dealing with burnout, or simply curious about the future of the movement, this episode offers clarity, inspiration, and practical insight. Katrina also shares resources and ways listeners can begin exploring their own break.
A reflective, energizing, and forward-looking episode as the show heads toward an exciting 2026.
As always, if you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave us a 5-star rating, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and subscribe so you never miss a new conversation.
Timestamps
00:00 — Welcome
00:49 — How accepted are career breaks heading into 2026?
02:20 — What LinkedIn’s Career Break feature tells us
04:00 — The role of seeing someone else take a break
06:00 — Why the great resignation accelerated the trend
08:10 — Burnout, bore-out, and why work is becoming unsustainable
09:21 — BreakSpace: the community supporting hundreds of breaks
10:00 — The power of real personal stories (and our 2026 mini-series)
12:40 — Why everything feels impossible until someone else does it
15:00 — How Katrina supports people through coaching and BreakSpace
17:30 — Looking ahead to 2026 and what’s coming on the podcast
19:00 — A preview of James’s trip to BhutanListen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
18 min - The 5 Essential Ground Rules for a Successful Career Break
Episode 47 - The 5 Essential Ground Rules for a Successful Career Break
In Episode 47 of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, Katrina and James sit down in person to explore the five essential ground rules for creating a successful, fulfilling, and regret-free career break.
Together, they walk through what it truly means to define a personal version of success, why planning the re-entry phase before the break even begins can transform the experience, and how understanding the financial side of a break brings clarity and confidence. They also dig into the emotional reality of disconnecting from work in a hyper-connected world and discuss why bringing focus back onto oneself remains the cornerstone of a meaningful break.
Katrina shares insights from coaching more than 200 clients, including real examples of navigating uncertainty, emotional lows, financial fears, and the pressure to stay productive. The conversation highlights how a well-structured break can help listeners step out of burnout and step into a healthier, more intentional life.
This episode is designed for anyone considering a break, planning one, or struggling to make sense of time away from work. With a mix of practical advice and heartfelt honesty, James and Katrina offer a roadmap to make any career break purposeful, aligned, and transformative.
As always, if you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave us a 5-star rating, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and subscribe so you never miss a new conversation.
Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome to Episode 47
00:50 – Why ground rules matter for a career break
02:10 – Rule #1: Create your own definition of success
06:40 – Can your definition of success change mid-break?
07:55 – Why your purpose should remain consistent
10:30 – Rule #2: Plan for your re-entry period
13:00 – What happens when you don’t feel ready to return to work
16:40 – How Katrina landed 5 job offers in 5 weeks
20:00 – Rule #3: Know your numbers
25:00 – Budgeting vs saving — and how it impacts your break
27:30 – Extending your break with smart financial planning
31:10 – Rule #4: Disconnect from the working world
34:20 – Why LinkedIn is the enemy of a peaceful break
37:00 – Managing FOMO, comparison, and work-related anxiety
41:00 – Rule #5: Put the focus back on yourself
45:15 – Setting boundaries with others and with yourself
48:00 – Bringing your break back to your purpose
50:30 – Why the final five ground rules are in the book
51:20 – Wrap-up and takeaway messageListen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
21 min - BreakSpace Black Friday Sale Alert!
BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL ALERT!
If you've been thinking about joining BreakSpace, the global community for current and aspiring career breakers and sabbatical takers, get ready for an amazing deal.
We're offering 40 % off your first month for the first 20 people who sign up. This means you'll be welcomed into the BreakSpace community with full access to our courses, live coaching, and expert-led master classes for just $29. But unlike most Black Friday purchases, this investment will pay dividends for the rest of your life.
So make sure you're on the wait list and be the first in line to snag one of those 20 spots.
Join the wait list today - https://www.gobreakspace.com
Listen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
1 min - There Were Signs: How We Learned to Break the Status Quo and Lessons in Courage, Authenticity, and Going Your Own Way
Episode 46 - There Were Signs: How We Learned to Break the Status Quo and Lessons in Courage, Authenticity, and Going Your Own Way
In this reflective and deeply personal episode, Katrina and James explore the moments in their lives when the signs were there all along—the nudges, red flags, and inner whispers that pointed them away from the status quo and toward a more aligned, authentic life. These are the stories that shaped who they became, long before a career break was even on the horizon.
Katrina opens up about her early career choices and the unmistakable moments when she knew she didn’t quite fit into the mold around her. From turning down a “safe” corporate job despite external pressure, to boldly choosing time over money at just twenty-four, she shares the decisions that signaled she was a square peg refusing to squeeze into a round hole. She also recounts a pivotal, vulnerable moment in business school—standing in front of a room of high-achieving MBA students and choosing authenticity over conformity—that ultimately reinforced her belief in staying true to herself.
James mirrors these stories with his own path, including the unconventional decisions that pulled him away from expectation and toward possibility. He reflects on turning away from the typical academic route, choosing music over traditional subjects, discovering the world of long-term travel, and how those early experiences shaped the life he eventually built. His story of working relentlessly to fund a two-year adventure—and the shift years later toward building a sustainable, purpose-driven career—reveals just how powerful it can be to raise the bar for your own life.
Together, they explore how these moments add up: the subtle knowing, the brave choices, the course corrections, and the willingness to disappoint others in order not to disappoint yourself. This conversation is for anyone standing at a crossroads, sensing that something in their life no longer fits, and wondering whether they dare to choose something different.
If you’re feeling the pull toward a career break, a lifestyle shift, or a version of life that aligns more deeply with who you are, this episode will remind you that honouring those signs can open the door to possibilities you haven't even imagined yet. You’re not meant to fit into every space—sometimes the life you want starts with simply admitting the shape of who you are.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Status Quo Breakers
01:53 Courage to Follow Your Own Path
03:48 Personal Stories of Career Decisions
09:50 Defining Success on Your Own Terms
16:33 The Importance of Vulnerability
22:34 Navigating Life's Seasons
25:22 Final Thoughts on Time and Alignment
Listen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
30 min - How to Build Your Break Blueprint: 5 Elements of a Successful Career Break
Episode 45 - How to Build Your Break Blueprint: 5 Elements of a Successful Career Break
In this episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, we’re laying the foundation for your most successful break yet. Katrina walks through her signature framework — the Break Blueprint — revealing the five essential elements that help you plan, live, and return from your career break with purpose and clarity.
From defining your “why” and setting themes that guide your time off, to creating a wish list that actually fuels your growth, Katrina and James unpack what it really takes to design a fulfilling and financially sound break. You’ll also learn how to plan for reentry, avoid burnout at the finish line, and carry the lessons of your time off into your next chapter.
Whether you’re just considering a break, actively planning one, or getting ready to return to work, this episode will give you a roadmap to do it with confidence and intention. Katrina also shares how you can access extra support — from her Break Blueprint Course inside Break Space, to her book Taking a Career Break for Dummies and private coaching for one-on-one guidance.
Tune in, take notes, and start building your blueprint today. Subscribe, leave us a five-star review, and share this episode with someone who’s dreaming of taking a career break — it might be the nudge they need to make it happen.
Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome and episode intro
01:00 – Reflecting on 45 episodes and planning for 2026
02:20 – Listener feedback, upcoming mini-series, and why your input matters
03:25 – Introducing the Break Blueprint: the foundation of a successful career break
04:45 – Element 1: Defining your purpose — your big “why”
05:30 – Element 2: Creating themes to anchor your break
06:20 – Element 3: Building your wish list (and why it’s not a to-do list)
07:45 – Element 4: Planning for reentry — time, money, and mindset
09:50 – Element 5: Key details — start date, budget, and break length
11:50 – How to use the blueprint at different stages of your journey
13:45 – Applying the blueprint if you’re already on a break or nearing reentry
15:30 – Framing your break story for future opportunities
16:30 – Katrina’s resources: the book, Break Space, and coaching options
17:40 – Final thoughts: following the plan with confidence
18:10 – James and Katrina wrap up and share where to learn moreListen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
19 min - I Might Get Bored… or Love It Too Much: Two Unexpected Career Break Fears
Episode 44 - I Might Get Bored… or Love It Too Much: Two Unexpected Career Break Fears
Are you secretly worried you’ll be bored on a career break — or even worse, that you’ll love it too much to ever go back?
In this week’s episode of Taking A Career Break with Katrina McGhee, Katrina and James unpack two surprising fears that stop people from taking the break they’ve been dreaming about. These aren’t your typical money or career worries — they’re emotional, subtle, and surprisingly common.
Katrina shares real stories from her coaching clients, her own experience taking a 20-month break, and what happens when you finally give yourself permission to slow down. Together, she and James explore why boredom can actually fuel creativity, how overstimulation makes rest feel uncomfortable, and what it really means if you’re scared to “like your break too much.”
Then, the conversation turns to that second, almost funny but very real fear — what if you love your break so much you never want to go back? Katrina shares her own experience of not wanting her 20-month break to end, while James reflects on his cycles of working, travelling, and finding meaning beyond the 9–5 grind. Together, they explore what this fear really reveals about our relationship to freedom, fulfilment, and work.
You’ll hear honest reflections on what happens when the fear of freedom meets the reality of modern work, plus practical advice for navigating your return — or redefining what work looks like next.
Expect laughter, honesty, and plenty of aha moments — including why “tasting the good life” can raise your standards and inspire lasting change.
⏱ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
01:20 – Common vs. surprising fears
02:00 – Fear #1: Being bored on a break
04:00 – Client insights on stillness
06:00 – Boredom, creativity, and overstimulation
09:50 – James on boredom and creativity
10:50 – Wrapping up fear #1
11:00 – Fear #2: Loving the break too much
13:30 – What this fear really means
15:00 – James on work, travel, and purpose
16:30 – Katrina on returning to work and debt freedom
17:40 – The “pool” analogy
20:00 – Raising your standards after a break
21:10 – Dating analogy for raising the bar
22:18 – Taking action and final reflectionsListen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
25 min - Finding Freedom: The Art of Balancing Structure and Spontaneity on a Career Break
Episode 43 - Finding Freedom: The Art of Balancing Structure and Spontaneity on a Career Break
In this episode, James and Katrina dive deep into one of the most common and misunderstood challenges people face when they finally decide to step away from work: how much structure do you actually need when you take time off?
We’ve been conditioned to think freedom means doing whatever we want, whenever we want — but what happens when the complete lack of structure starts to feel overwhelming? Katrina, creator of The Break Blueprint, believes that structure and freedom aren’t enemies at all. In fact, the right kind of structure can become a powerful ally, helping you create space for self-discovery, rest, and exploration without falling into the trap of overplanning.
Throughout the conversation, James and Katrina unpack the tension between control and curiosity — how to balance a desire for routine with the need to let go. Katrina explains how “guardrails” can guide your journey without turning it into an itinerary, and why the version of you three months into a break is wiser, calmer, and more open than the one who started it. They explore the mindset shifts needed to embrace flexibility, listen to your intuition, and build a break that evolves as you do.
The episode also delves into the reality of high achievers — those who are used to constant productivity and goal-setting — and why they often struggle to rest. Katrina shares her advice on how to work with that inner voice that demands results, and how to use a blueprint not to restrict yourself, but to give yourself permission to explore what truly lights you up. From following “glimmers” — those small, joyful sparks that point toward fulfillment — to rediscovering your capacity for play, the conversation reveals how clarity, purpose, and freedom can coexist beautifully.
They also discuss the Sunday Scaries, unused vacation days, and the American work culture that makes people feel guilty for slowing down. Katrina breaks down how our nervous systems adapt to constant doing, and why it takes intentional time and compassion to recalibrate. It’s a conversation that reminds us rest isn’t a reward for productivity.
By the end, the message is clear: freedom doesn’t come from abandoning structure entirely — it comes from creating enough of it to support your spontaneity, while trusting yourself to follow what feels right. Whether you’re taking your first career break, planning time away to recharge, or simply rethinking how you use your weekends, this episode will leave you with practical insight, emotional clarity, and a renewed sense of what’s possible when you finally step off the treadmill.
Timestamps
00:50 – Welcome Back
02:10 – Structure vs. Freedom: The Music Analogy
03:11 – What Structure Really Means on a Break
06:05 – How Much Structure Do You Need?
07:55 – The Power of “Glimmers”
10:10 – Giving Yourself Permission
12:39 – The Fear of Boredom
19:29 – Why Americans Don’t Take Time Off
21:35 – Vacation Anxiety and the Sunday Scaries
24:38 – Freedom Over Structure
25:16 – Wrap-UpListen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
27 min - When Nobody Supports Your Career Break (Do It Anyway!)
🎧 Episode 42 – When Nobody Supports Your Career Break (Do It Anyway!)
What happens when everyone around you — your friends, your colleagues, even your partner — tells you not to take a career break? In this powerful and honest conversation, I sit down with Katrina to explore what it really takes to follow your intuition when no one else understands your decision.
Katrina shares a moving story about a client whose entire support system was against her dream of stepping away from work. Even her spouse begged her not to do it. Faced with burnout and exhaustion, she felt torn between what she knew she needed and what everyone else thought was “safe.” Together, we unpack the emotional side of this crossroads — fear, resistance, guilt, and the deeply personal reasons why people react so strongly when someone they love decides to step away.
We dive into why this pushback often isn’t about you at all, but rather a reflection of other people’s limiting beliefs and anxieties. Katrina explains how clarity — not just confidence — becomes your most powerful tool when the world is telling you no. By crafting a clear purpose statement and defining the themes behind your break, you can start to transform fear into understanding.
This episode also explores Katrina’s three paths to clarity and confidence — whether you’re doing it solo with her book Taking a Career Break for Dummies, joining her BreakSpace community for group support, or diving into one-on-one coaching. Whatever level you’re at, Katrina’s guidance helps you build a plan, a purpose, and the courage to take that first step.
If you’ve ever felt burned out, stuck, or unsupported in your dreams, this episode will remind you that your break isn’t reckless — it’s restorative. You’ll learn how to reclaim your story, protect your energy, and lead with conviction, even when no one else gets it yet.
Whether you’re still in the daydreaming phase, quietly researching, or standing at the edge of giving notice, this conversation will help you find strength, clarity, and permission to move forward.
Timestamps
00:50 – Welcome to Episode 42: When Nobody Wants You To Take a Career Break
01:00 – Katrina explains the inspiration behind this episode and a powerful LinkedIn message that sparked it
02:00 – What happens when everyone in your life says “don’t do it” — including your spouse
03:30 – The truth about resistance: why it’s rarely about you and often about others’ fears
06:00 – How clarity and purpose can transform fear into understanding
07:00 – Building your “purpose statement” and “themes” to define your break with confidence
08:30 – How to communicate your vision so your loved ones can finally see what you see
09:30 – Katrina’s client story: from skeptical spouse to biggest supporter
11:00 – The emotional turning point: how clarity creates permission and peace
12:10 – Katrina’s “Good, Better, Best” framework for taking your break
17:20 – The hardest milestone: actually giving notice to your employer
18:40 – Why emotional support and belief in your vision are essential
20:45 – Levels of accessibilityListen now and reclaim control of your career break journey.
🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!
📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us today to begin your journey.
BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com
Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php
Order Katrina's book - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Email - [email protected]
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takingacareerbreak/?hl=en
Produced by Winging It Productions - https://www.wingingitproductions.com
23 min
About Taking a Career Break: Sabbatical Planning and Career Break Strategy
From the publisher's feed
Taking a Career Break is the podcast for mid-career professionals seeking a strategic break. If you’re burned out, considering a career change, or need extended time off, Break Expert Katrina McGhee shares her Break Blueprint© + other proven tools to help you exit the corporate grind safely. Learn to take an intentional break, rediscover your spark, and return to a life that’s 100x better—without sacrificing success.
Join BreakSpace: www.gobreakspace.com
Book a call with Katrina: https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/freeconsult
Produced by Winging It Productions: https://www.wingingitproductions.com