S1 E4: Taking a career break to pursue your dreams

 

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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