Travel Possibilities

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  • What is a Career Break and is it Right for Me?

    In this episode we dig further into:

    • What a career break actually is
    • Why is it called a career break
    • Who a career break may be good for
    • And how to recognize a change may be in order in your working life
    • If you're thinking about taking a career break or this episode made you think differently about your job, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot! See you in the next episode!

       

      Links and Resources

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      Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

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      12 min
    • 5 Steps You MUST Take Before Planning a Career Break-Part 2

      This episode is part 2 of a 5 part series of things you must consider before you even get into planning a career break.

      The best part of this series is that every step is related to your mindset. That means, you can start taking action TODAY! Part 2 is all about your why. It sounds simple, it sounds basic. It IS, but that doesn't make it easy.

      If you have completed Part 2 and determined your why on a deeper level, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

      Links and Resources

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      Join my Facebook Group

      Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

      Leave a Podcast Review

      12 min
    • 5 Steps You MUST Take Before Planning a Career Break-Part 1

      This episode is part 1 of a 5 part series of things you must consider before you even get into planning a career break.

      The best part of this series is that every step is related to your mindset. That means, you can start taking action TODAY! Part 1 is all about making the decision. It sounds simple, it sounds basic. It IS, but that doesn't make it easy.

      If you have completed Part 1 and made a decision(!!), be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word.Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

      Links and Resources

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      Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

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      8 min
    • Saving Money for a Long-Term Trip or Career Break

      In today's episode I lay out an easy-to-follow plan to start saving money for your trip. In fact, this is great advice when saving for ANYTHING or simply to start taking control of your finances. 

      The first step is to have an awareness of your money situation. If you don't know what is coming in and going out, how are you supposed to make a practical decision around how much to save and what to spend.

      I should also note, this episode is NOT about cutting out everything excess and avoiding fun until you leave on your trip. That is no way to live. Saving for something big like a career break is all about having awareness around your circumstances and making empowered decisions that help you meet your goal WHILE enjoying life.

      **I am not a financial advisor. I am simply making suggestions from my experience as a money savvy traveler**

      If you learned something about saving for a career break, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

      Links and Resources

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      Get on the waitlist for Career Break Bootcamp-Coming this December!

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      10 min
    • Tips for Re-entering the Workforce after a Career Break (or job searching in general)

      Ok, ok, so maybe you haven't even taken a career break yet, why are we thinking about going back to work?

      You can put yourself in an excellent position to re-enter the workforce by doing a few things before you even leave your current role. And even if you end up moving away from the corporate world after your break, it doesn't hurt to have yourself positioned in the best possible way for any and all opportunities!

      These tips can apply to any job search with a couple of career break specific notes (like should I put my career break on my resume?)

      If you learned something about returning to work after a career break, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

      Links and Resources

      Visit my website

      Follow me on Instagram

      Join my Facebook Group

      Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

      Leave a Podcast Review

      20 min
    • My Career Break Story

      As the host of this podcast, I dedicated this episode to sharing my story with an emphasis on the two career breaks I have taken. I touch on:

      • My background in Chemical and Biomolecular engineering
      • My job in the oil field
      • The burnout
      • My exit
      • My trip around the world
      • My re-entry into the workforce and transition to a completely new industry
      • My minor identity crisis and short-lived return to the world of engineering
      • Career Break #2
      • At this point, I have experienced a very non-linear career. I have an unwavering belief that life is meant to be lived and the world is meant to be explored. My career breaks were the necessary stepping stones for me to rediscover myself and my passions and to open my eyes to the travel possibilities that are available in this world.

        Links and Resources

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        Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership!

        Leave a Podcast Review

        24 min
      • 5 Steps You MUST Take Before Planning a Career Break-Part 4

        This episode is part 4 of a 5 part series of things you must consider before you even get into planning a career break.

        The best part of this series is that every step is related to your mindset. That means, you can start taking action TODAY! Part 4 is all about setting a date to make your career break a reality. It sounds simple, it sounds basic. It IS, but that doesn't make it easy.

        If you have completed Part 4 and picked a "go" date, be sure to take a screenshot of this episode and tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram to share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

        Links and Resources

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        Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

        Leave a Podcast Review

        15 min
      • Planning a Long-term Trip or Career Break to Travel

        Planning for a long-term trip or career break is completely different than planning for a vacation. It is entirely too time consuming plan every single day, not to mention, you're not sure how you'll feel by, say, month three, plus it's important to leave room for spontaneity.

        In this episode I give tips on how to think about the type of traveler you are and how to determine where to go. These are things that will impact budget. Knowing the type of traveler you are and being honest with yourself about it is key to a successful trip. There is no sense suffering night after night in a hostel dorm just to save money if you truly hate it. We plan so we can budget and save, so you can design your break on your terms!

        If you learned something about planning a career break, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot! See you in the next episode!

        Links and Resources

        Visit my website

        Follow me on Instagram

        Join my Facebook Group

        Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

        Leave a Podcast Review

        14 min
      • 5 Steps You MUST Take Before Planning a Career Break-Part 3

        This episode is part 3 of a 5 part  series of things you must consider before you even get into planning a career break.

        The best part of this series is that every step is related to your mindset. That means, you can start taking action TODAY! Part 3 is all about setting a goal. It sounds simple, it sounds basic. It IS, but that doesn't make it easy.

        If you have completed Part 3 and determined your potential goal on the other side of your break, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

        Links and Resources

        Visit my website

        Follow me on Instagram

        Join my Facebook Group

        Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

        Leave a Podcast Review

        15 min
      • Why Does Taking a Career Break Feel So Scary?

        We tend to receive what we focus on...

        In this episode we discuss the scarcity mindset vs. the abundance mindset. The corporate world tends to be dripping in scarcity so it is no wonder we carry that with us in everything we do. It serves the employer for us to believe that we are competing for raises and promotions as that motivates people to work harder, right?

        Scarcity also looks like money worries and believing we aren't good enough or that we would never be able to score another job if we leave the one we're in now. What if I told you money is renewable resource, that there is plenty to go around. And that having a job is simply evidence that you are capable of scoring another one. A lot of the fears and limiting beliefs surrounding taking a career break stem from our scarcity mindset, so in this episode we address it. We also discuss strategies for trying on an abundance mindset.

        If some of these fears around taking a career break resonated, be sure to tag me @thetravelshifters on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word. Also, if you liked what you heard, please leave a review on Apple podcasts; it would mean a lot!  See you in the next episode!

        Links and Resources

        Visit my website

        Follow me on Instagram

        Join my Facebook Group

        Join the Career Break Bootcamp membership

        Leave a Podcast Review

        14 min

      About Travel Possibilities

      From the publisher's feed

      There is more to life than living for the weekend and trying to strategically finagle your vacation time to coincide with holidays so you can travel for longer. There are ways to bring more travel into your life. It may feel scary or uncomfortable, but it is POSSIBLE. The first step to making your travel dreams come true, however that looks for you, is to believe it is possible. Listen for actionable tips and strategies about career breaks, remote work, and more, plus inspiring interviews from those who have been there.