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Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee — 72 episodes

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1

How to Explain Your Career Break (Even When You Don’t Have All the Answers)

2

The Hidden Cost of Staying in a Job Too Long

3

Why You Should Stop Waiting for the “Right Time” to Take a Career Break (Fear of Falling Behind Explained)

4

Debunking Career Break Fears: What’s Really Holding You Back?

5

Should You Take a Leave of Absence Instead of Quitting? Pros & Cons Explained

6

Listener Question Episode - How to Pivot to Self-Employment on a Career Break? (And Other Questions)

7

The First Interview: Katrina McGhee & Lyndall Farley on Career Breaks, Sabbaticals & BreakSpace

8

The Simple “Container” Hack to Stay Consistent on Your Career Break (Stop Procrastinating Today)

9

Podcast & Business Update: Career Break Trends, YouTube Launch & What’s Coming Next

10

The Hardest Step of a Career Break: How to Finally Decide to Take One

11

Having The Audacity to Take a Career Break: Why High Achievers Feel Guilty Resting (And Why You Shouldn’t)

12

How to Start Your Career Break the Right Way (What to Do in Your First Week)

13

How To Overcome The Uncertainty Of Taking A Career Break

14

Why Job Searching Too Early Can Ruin Your Career Break

15

The 2-Minute Failure Fix: Celebrate Your Wins

16

From 3am Work Calls to a Life Rebuilt: A Career Break Client Success Story

17

What If You’re Dreading Going Back to Work at the End of Your Career Break — and Don’t Know Why?

18

Revisiting Episode 21 - What Most Career Coaches Get WRONG About Career Breaks

19

Revisiting Episode 12 - Are You On A Career Break Or A Fake Break

20

Revisiting Episode 19 - Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number

21

Revisiting Episode 4 - Can You Afford A Career Break?

22

The Future of Career Breaks in 2026: Trends, Data & Why More People Are Taking Sabbaticals

23

The 5 Essential Ground Rules for a Successful Career Break

24

BreakSpace Black Friday Sale Alert!

25

There Were Signs: How We Learned to Break the Status Quo and Lessons in Courage, Authenticity, and Going Your Own Way

26

How to Build Your Break Blueprint: 5 Elements of a Successful Career Break

27

I Might Get Bored… or Love It Too Much: Two Unexpected Career Break Fears

28

Finding Freedom: The Art of Balancing Structure and Spontaneity on a Career Break

29

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

30

It’s Never Too Late to Take a Career Break: An Inspiring Story With Katrina

31

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

32

Katrina Reflects on BreakSpace: What 100+ Members Taught Us About Career Break Success

33

Katrina Answers Your Questions on Career Breaks: Money, Mindset & Stigma

34

Career Break Mindset: Overcoming Guilt, Finding Joy & Redefining Success

35

The Cost of Waiting: A Powerful Story on Dreams Deferred and Why You Shouldn't Wait For Retirement

36

Sabbatical vs. Career Break: What Kind of Break Do You Need and For How Long?

37

Burn the Bridge: The Mindset Shift You Need to Finally Take Your Career Break

38

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

39

Career Break Travel Hacks: Bucket Lists, Upskilling Abroad & Phone Boundaries

40

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

41

Why Routines Matter on a Career Break: Morning Wins, Bedtime Habits & Check-In Rituals

42

Why Career Breaks Are the Key to Mental Health, Wellness & Radical Prioritization

43

When to Job Hunt on a Career Break: Timing Your Reentry Right

44

How to Overcome the Fear of Taking a Career Break: Mindset Shifts That Work

45

Key Components of Rest: How to Heal, Recharge, and Not Just Stay Busy

46

Pre-Trip Planning for Career Breaks: How to Prepare for Life-Changing Travel

47

Why ‘Variation Creates Appreciation’—Essential Advice for Sabbatical Travel

48

Learn How to Cope with Loneliness on a Career Break: Real Talk & Practical Tips

49

How Asking Better Questions Can Transform Your Career Break Experience

50

What Most Career Coaches Get WRONG About Career Breaks

51

How To Talk About Your Career Break.

52

Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic Number

53

How To Navigate The Ups and Downs of a Career Break

54

Is It Crazy to Take a Second Career Break? Here’s Why It’s Not

55

Pain Tolerance & Career Breaks: How Much Can You Handle?

56

Is It Selfish to Take a Career Break? The Truth About Rest & Renewal

57

Smart Money Tips: How to Budget and Save for a Career Break

58

Is Taking a Career Break a Privilege? The Truth About Career Breaks & Sabbaticals

59

Are You on a Fake Career Break? 5 Signs You're Not Truly Taking Time Off

60

Scared-Cited – The Emotion of Taking Big Risks

61

The 3B Framework: How Burnout, Betrayal, and Blossom Shape Career Breaks

62

What will life look like after a break? Real-life examples to help you.

63

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64

The rise of career breaks: a new movement

65

How to structure your morning routine and free time

66

Three things NOT to do on your career break

67

How to share the news of your career break

68

Can you afford a career break?

69

What to do on your career break and travel tips

70

Embarking on a new career path or becoming self-employed

71

Introduction And What To Expect From The Podcast

72

Trailer