Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee

🎙  Episode 28 – When to Job Hunt on a Career Break: Timing Your Reentry Right In 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 abou...

Episode 27 – Overcoming the Fear of Taking a Career Break In 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...

Episode 26: Key Components of Rest: How to Heal, Recharge, and Not Just Stay Busy In 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  a...

Episode 25 - Pre-Trip Planning for Career Breaks: How to Prepare for Life-Changing Travel Ready 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  Wingin...

Episode 24 - Why ‘Variation Creates Appreciation’—Essential Advice for Sabbatical Travel In this episode of  Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee , we dive into one of the most overlooked secrets of long-term travel: “Variation creates appreciation.” Katrina, career break coach and author of  Taking a Career Break for Dummies , joins travel expert and podcast host James Hammond to discuss how...

Episode 23 - Learn How to Cope with Loneliness on a Career Break: Real Talk & Practical Tips 🌍 Taking a career break can be life-changing—but what happens when loneliness creeps in? In this heartfelt and honest episode, Katrina and James dive into a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough:  loneliness during a career break . Whether you're traveling the world solo or staying local whil...

Episode 22 - How Asking Better Questions Can Transform Your Career Break Experience In this inspiring and deeply reflective episode, career break coach and author Katrina McGhee explores how the simple act of asking better questions can completely reshape your career break journey—and your life. Drawing from personal experience, client stories, and her best-selling book  Taking a Career Break for...

Episode 21: What Most Career Coaches Get WRONG About Career Breaks This episode is a  rant with purpose . Katrina McGhee is back on the mic to call out the outdated, fear-driven, and downright  misguided  advice often handed out by traditional career coaches when it comes to taking a career break. From staying “relevant” to upskilling nonstop and obsessing over your resume during a break — Katrina...

🎙️  Episode 20 – How to Talk About Your Career Break 📘  Hosted by James Hammond & Katrina McGhee, Career Break and Sabbatical Coach Show Summary: In this episode, Katrina McGhee, author of  Taking a Career Break for Dummies  and co-founder of BreakSpace, joins host James Hammond to dive deep into a challenge many career breakers face— how to talk about your career break confidently and authen...

🎙️  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...

Episode 18 - How to navigate the ups and downs of a career break In this episode, career break coach Katrina McGhee and host James Hammond explore the complex journey of taking a career break. From the exhilarating highs of newfound freedom to the unexpected lows of self-doubt and life’s curveballs, they unpack it all. Katrina shares strategies to navigate these phases effectively, ensuring your b...

🎙 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,...

Episode Title:   Pain Tolerance & Career Breaks: How Much Can You Handle? Show Notes: Are you stuck in  grind culture , pushing through exhaustion, and ignoring the signs that your  pain tolerance  might be holding you back from taking a much-needed  career break ? Many professionals pride themselves on  resilience, endurance, and mental toughness , but when does  persistence  turn into  burno...

Episode 15: Is It Selfish to Take a Career Break? 🎙️ Featuring: Katrina McGhee & James Hammond Is taking a break from work a selfish act, or is it actually one of the best things you can do for yourself—and those around you? In this episode, career break coach  Katrina McGhee  challenges the guilt and stigma surrounding sabbaticals. We dive into why so many professionals struggle wit...

Episode 14 - Smart Money Tips: How to Budget and Save for a Career Break Ever dreamed of taking a career break but don’t know how to afford it? In this episode, we’re diving into  smart money-saving strategies  to help you fund your  career break, sabbatical, or long-term travel —without financial stress. Katrina McGhee , a  career break coach , shares how she saved  $40,0...

🚀  Episode 13: Is Taking a Break a Privilege?  🚀 In this thought-provoking episode,  James Hammond  and  Katrina McGhee  dive deep into the debate around career breaks. Is stepping away from work truly a privilege, or is it something anyone can achieve with the right mindset and planning? 🎙  In This Episode, We Discuss: ✅ Why career breaks are often seen as an...

Episode 12: Are You on a Fake Career Break? 5 Signs You’re Not Truly Taking Time Off Episode Overview Think you’re on a break? Think again! In this episode, Katrina McGhee breaks down the five biggest signs that your career break might not be a real break at all. If you're still job searching, networking, or overscheduling your days—chances are, you’re on a  fake break . Don’t let fear, guilt...

🎙  Episode 11: Scared-Cited – The Emotion of Taking Big Risks Welcome back to the podcast! In this short but powerful episode, host  James Hammond  and  career break expert Katrina McGhee  dive into the concept of  "Scared-Cited" —a mix of being  scared and excited  at the same time. If you're facing a big life decision, a career break, or a major shift, thi...

🎙  Episode 10: The 3B Framework – How Burnout, Betrayal, and Blossom Shape Career Breaks Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, host  James Hammond  sits down with  career break and life coach Katrina McGhee  to discuss the  3B Framework —Burnout, Betrayal, and Blossom. If you've ever felt the urge to take a break but weren’t sure why or how, this episode is fo...

📖  Featured Topic:  Page 284 of  Taking a Career Break  by Katrina McGhee After taking time off, what happens next? In this episode, James and Katrina discuss the biggest fears people face when returning from a career break: money, perception, and career. They also discuss practical strategies for financial planning, dealing with self-doubt, and making a successful career come...

Lyndall and Katrina have opened the second-ever sign-up to BreakSpace, and this is your chance to join this new, exciting group for your break. Head to BreakSpace to reserve your spot today! At the time of recording, you have until Sunday, 8th December EOD, to sign up, but if you miss the boat, don't worry. There will be more openings next year, but you will need to watch this space! Need help wit...

In this episode, James and Katrina discuss their personal updates, the growing movement around career breaks, and the success of BreakSpace. They explore how the pandemic has shifted perspectives on work-life balance and the increasing acceptance of taking breaks. Katrina shares exciting news about BreakSpace's growth and the positive impact it's having on its members. The conversation concludes w...

In this episode, Katrina McGhee and James Hammond discuss the importance of establishing a morning routine during a career break, emphasizing the need for self-care and personal pleasure. They explore how to structure free time effectively, balance productivity with rest, and the significance of celebrating small achievements to foster a sense of success and fulfilment. Takeaways A morning routine...

In this episode, Katrina McGhee discusses the essential aspects of taking a career break, focusing on what not to do. She emphasizes the importance of fully disconnecting from work, setting intentions for the break, allowing oneself to rest without guilt, and reframing the break as a valuable asset rather than a red flag. The conversation provides insights into making the most of a career break fo...

In this episode of 'Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee', Katrina discusses the transformative power of taking a career break and the importance of sharing your news with others. She emphasizes the need for a purpose statement to articulate the reasons behind the break and how to frame the conversation positively. The episode includes real-life experiences and insights on how to navigate the...