In this inaugural episode of 'Taking a Career Break With Katrina McGhee', host James Hammond introduces Katrina McGee, a career break and sabbatical coach. They discuss the unsustainable pace of work culture, Katrina's transformative 20-month career break, and the motivation behind her book. The podcast aims to provide insights and real-life examples to help listeners navigate their own career breaks, emphasizing the importance of mental and logistical preparation. James shares his background and the collaborative nature of the podcast, which is designed to be both informative and engaging. Takeaways High achievers often feel burned out and unfulfilled.Katrina took a 20-month career break that changed her life.The podcast aims to help listeners navigate career breaks.Conversations can be more impactful than reading.Katrina's book shares client stories and actionable insights.The podcast will explore various aspects of taking a break.James has travelled extensively and shares his experiences.The vibe of the podcast is upbeat and fun.Listeners can expect anecdotes and structured advice.The goal is to keep episodes fresh and engaging. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Career Breaks 03:13 Katrina's Journey and Motivation 06:02 The Purpose of the Podcast 08:55 James's Background and Perspective 10:47 Conclusion and Future Episodes Need help with your break? Katrina’s got you covered. Book a coaching session today, join BreakSpace - the new career break community, or check out Katrina's book below.  If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch today to start your journey! Book a coaching session - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.php Join the waitlist for the BreakSpace community - www.breakspacecrew.com   Purchase Taking a Career Break for Dummies - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.