S1 E4: Taking a career break to pursue your dreams

April 12, 2024
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In this episode of the Black Corporate Life podcast, Katrina McGhee, a career break and sabbatical coach, shares her insights on how to take a break from your career to invest in yourself. She discusses her own career journey and how she overcame the fear and barriers to take a break. Katrina emphasizes the importance of planning for a break, including setting a foundation, saving money, and understanding the potential risks. She shares her experiences during her break, the lessons she learned about herself, and how she transitioned into helping others take breaks. Katrina also provides advice for black professionals considering a career break and offers practical steps to get started.

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0:00 Introduction to taking a career break 
2:06 Katrina’s Career Journey
5:27 Courage to Take a Break
8:02 Planning for a Break
10:47 Overcoming Barriers and Risks
13:06 Experiences During the Break
15:13 Returning from the Break
24:51 Considerations for Black Professionals
29:18 Writing a Book
32:42 Advice for Younger Self
36:08 Getting in Touch with Katrina
39:39 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
 

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J-Fri, I just listened to the podcast with Katrina. BRILLIANT! F*cking excellent. Man, you have the right voice, subject matter and questions for this podcast thing. Katrina was great. It struck home for me. I wish she talked more about people with a spouse, kids, aging parents, etc who want to take a career break vs those who are single or with fewer/no dependents - perhaps that’s in her book? You got to bring her back on. Her energy and story telling coupled with your smooth voice to navigate the conversation (without interruption) is golden. Club Shay-Shay better watch out. Praying for your continued success, bro. ✌🏾👍🏾✊🏽👊🏾
Richard W.
Richard W.
JAMES! Literally cried listening to your podcast today. I'm so proud of you. The episode on corporate sabbatical was amazing. What a blessing you are. Your Rolodex doesn't quit. God has his hand on your journey and can't wait to see how it all unfolds. You're in your element and this is only the beginning.
Courtney R.
Courtney R.
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