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Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee

Welcome to Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee - a veteran career break coach and author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies. This is your go-to podcast for all things ‘career break’ where each week, we’ll break down insider strategies, create meaningful mindset shifts and share real-life examples so you’ll feel clear and confident about taking a break. BreakSpace - www.gobreakspace.com Schedule a call with Katrina - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php Order Katrina"s book -

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00:24:09

I Might Get Bored… or Love It Too Much: Two...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/11/05

Episode 44 - I Might Get Bored… or Love It Too Much: Two Unexpected Career Break FearsAre 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

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00:26:01

Finding Freedom: The Art of Balancing Structure and...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/10/29

Episode 43 - Finding Freedom: The Art of Balancing Structure and Spontaneity on a Career BreakIn 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,

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00:22:35

When Nobody Supports Your Career Break (Do It Anyway!)

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/10/22

🎧 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

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00:25:43

It’s Never Too Late to Take a Career Break: An...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/10/15

🎙️Episode 41 - It’s Never Too Late to Take a Career Break: An Inspiring Story with Katrina McGheeIn this week’s episode, James Hammond sits down with career break coach and author Katrina McGhee to explore one of the most empowering truths about work and life — it’s never too late to change direction. Fresh off celebrating her 46th birthday, Katrina shares how a chance encounter with an inspiring woman in her late fifties reminded her — and all of us — that age should never be a barrier to

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00:20:15

Escaping the 9-to-5: Proving Worth vs. Finding Devotion

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/09/24

Episode 40 - Escaping the 9-to-5: Proving Worth vs. Finding DevotionIn this episode of the podcast Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, Katrina reflects on one of the biggest questions people face when considering a break from their careers: Are you working to prove your worth, or are you devoting yourself to what truly matters?Katrina shares how this powerful question surfaced during her own moments of reflection as a digital nomad and life coach. She unpacks the difference between chasing

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00:20:50

Katrina Reflects on BreakSpace: What 100+ Members...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/09/17

Episode 39 - Katrina Reflects on BreakSpace: What 100+ Members Taught Us About Career Break SuccessIn this episode of Taking A Career Break With Katrina McGhee, Katrina reflects on the first year of running BreakSpace, the community she co-founded with her partner Lyndall to support people in taking intentional and transformative career breaks. Over the past twelve months, more than 100 members have joined BreakSpace, creating a space for coaching, connection, and growth. Katrina shares what she has

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00:22:15

Katrina Answers Your Questions on Career Breaks:...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/09/11

Episode 38 - Katrina Answers Your Questions on Career Breaks: Money, Mindset & StigmaWelcome back to Taking A Career Break With Katrina McGhee! In this episode, Katrina answers your questions about career breaks, from how much money you really need to budget to how to ask your employer for a sabbatical, and even how to overcome the stigma that still surrounds taking time off work.Katrina is a certified life coach, author, and career break expert who has guided countless professionals through

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00:19:39

Career Break Mindset: Overcoming Guilt, Finding Joy &...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/09/03

Episode 37 - Career Break Mindset: Overcoming Guilt, Finding Joy & Redefining SuccessTaking a career break isn’t just about money, logistics, or checking off boxes—it’s about mindset. In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, James Hammond sits down with career break coach Katrina McGhee to dive into the mental and emotional side of stepping away from work.Together, we unpack the hidden challenges many professionals face when they finally hit pause: identity struggles, guilt over rest,

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00:18:08

The Cost of Waiting: A Powerful Story on Dreams...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/08/27

Episode 36 - The Cost of Waiting: A Powerful Story on Dreams Deferred and Why You Shouldn't Wait For RetirementIn this powerful and profoundly moving episode, James Hammond sits down with career break coach and author Katrina McGhee to explore the true cost of waiting to chase your dreams. Katrina shares a personal and emotional story about one of her earliest clients — a man who had big plans for travel and adventure, but kept postponing his career break for what he considered the “perfect time.”

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00:30:17

Sabbatical vs. Career Break: What Kind of Break Do...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/08/20

Episode 35 - Sabbatical vs. Career Break: What Kind of Break Do You Need and For How Long?In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, James Hammond sits down with career break coach Katrina McGhee to explore one of the biggest questions professionals face: what type of break should I take—and how long should it last?From stacking paid time off for a mini reset to negotiating a leave of absence or planning a full career break, Katrina shares the pros, cons, and practicalities of each option.We

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00:21:23

Burn the Bridge: The Mindset Shift You Need to...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/08/13

Episode 34 - Burn the Bridge: The Mindset Shift You Need to Finally Take Your Career BreakIn this episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, we dive into one of the most powerful mindset shifts you can make when you’re dreaming about – but not actually taking – your career break. It’s called “burning the bridge,” and it’s about removing the escape hatch that lets you walk away when things feel hard, uncertain, or uncomfortable. Katrina shares the personal story of how this philosophy

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00:26:15

From $0 to $120K: What People Actually Spend on a...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/08/07

🎙️ From $0 to $120K: What People Actually Spend on a Career BreakEpisode 33 | Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGheeHow much does a career break really cost? In this eye-opening episode, Katrina McGhee and James Hammond unpack the actual numbers behind taking time off work—ranging from breaks that cost absolutely nothing to those that hit the $120,000 mark. Whether you're just beginning to think about a sabbatical or already mapping out your finances, this conversation offers clear,

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00:20:38

Career Break Travel Hacks: Bucket Lists, Upskilling...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/07/31

Episode 32 - Career Break Travel Hacks: Bucket Lists, Upskilling Abroad & Phone BoundariesThinking of taking a career break or sabbatical? This episode is packed with practical tips and mindset shifts to help you make the most of your time away from the 9–5 grind. Katrina McGhee, sabbatical coach and author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies, joins James Hammond to talk about how to turn your break into a purposeful journey—without burning out or getting lost in endless scrolling. Whether

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00:17:09

Mixing It Up: Smart Ways to Keep Travel Fresh on Your...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/07/24

Episode 31 - Mixing It Up: Smart Ways to Keep Travel Fresh on Your Career BreakIn this episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, we dive into the challenge many travellers face during extended trips: boredom and burnout. Katrina and James share honest stories about moments of travel fatigue—from cathedral overload in Europe to quiet days in Thailand—and offer smart strategies to keep your career break exciting and meaningful.We explore the importance of switching up experiences, planning

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00:26:03

Why Routines Matter on a Career Break: Morning Wins,...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/07/16

Episode 30 - Why Routines Matter on a Career Break: Find Balance, Create Bedtime Habits & Have Regular Check-InsTaking a break from your career can feel expansive and freeing — but sometimes that much freedom can also feel overwhelming. In this episode, Katrina and I dive into the importance of routines and rhythms while on a career break or sabbatical. Whether you're a structure-loving planner or a go-with-the-flow traveller, adding a few intentional practices into your day can help you

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00:27:54

Why Career Breaks Are the Key to Mental Health,...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/07/10

Episode 29 - Why Career Breaks Are the Key to Mental Health, Wellness & Radical PrioritizationIn this honest and inspiring episode, Katrina McGhee and James Hammond dive deep into the emotional and physical realities of taking a career break to reclaim your mental health and overall wellness. Katrina shares her powerful story of investing $6,000 into a health coaching program, losing 21 pounds, and building a life-changing routine centered on radical prioritization. From overcoming perimenopause

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00:20:56

When to Job Hunt on a Career Break: Timing Your...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/07/02

🎙 Episode 28 – When to Job Hunt on a Career Break: Timing Your Reentry RightIn this insightful episode, Katrina McGhee and James Hammond explore one of the most common pitfalls for career breakers: job searching too soon. Drawing on Katrina’s experience as a career break and sabbatical coach, and James’s practical wisdom from years of international job hopping, this conversation gets honest about what it truly means to be ready to reenter the workforce.Katrina shares her proven “1 for 6” rule,

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00:33:55

How to Overcome the Fear of Taking a Career Break:...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/06/26

Episode 27 – Overcoming the Fear of Taking a Career BreakIn this insightful and practical episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee, we explore one of the most common roadblocks to pursuing a meaningful break: fear.Whether it's fear of damaging your career, financial insecurity, public perception, or simply not knowing how to structure your time away from work, these concerns are valid—but they don’t have to be roadblocks. Katrina breaks down the psychological roots of these fears and

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00:19:01

Key Components of Rest: How to Heal, Recharge, and...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/06/18

Episode 26: Key Components of Rest: How to Heal, Recharge, and Not Just Stay BusyIn this episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGee, we dive deep into a topic that’s too often overlooked when planning time away from work: true rest.Rest isn’t just about sleep or doing “nothing.” It’s about intentional choices that allow your body, mind, and nervous system to recover from burnout and recalibrate toward a more fulfilling life. Drawing on a powerful recent coaching session, Katrina unpacks how

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00:24:57

Pre-Trip Planning for Career Breaks: How to Prepare...

Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee ·

2025/06/11

Episode 25 - Pre-Trip Planning for Career Breaks: How to Prepare for Life-Changing TravelReady to take the leap into the unknown with a career break but not sure how to get started with travel planning? In this special role-reversal episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGee, Katrina takes over as host and interviews podcast co-creator and travel expert James Hammond, host of Winging It Travel Podcast. Together, they dive deep into everything you need to know before your big departure,

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