Escape the 9-to-5: How to Plan a Life-Changing Career Sabbatical

Need a break but aren't sure how or if you can afford it? Tune in to learn why you need a sabbatical, how to save up for one, and how it can change your life!

Get all the tips, advice, and motivation you need from Katrina McGhee, digital nomad and author of “Taking a Career Break For Dummies”. Katrina is a Career Break & Sabbatical Coach that helps mid-career professionals take life-changing breaks.

If you’re feeling burnt out and in need of deep rest (or adventure), this episode is for you! Katrina shares her top tips for saving up enough money for a sabbatical, affordable places to spend a career break, and even how to tell your boss.

Remember, it’s okay to take a break just because you want one. It’s your choice and your right! You don’t need to earn it.

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Topics Discussed:

• Katrina’s digital nomad background.
• How she saved $40,000 in one year for her sabbatical.
• Tips for saving up for a career break without feeling too restricted.
• How to tell your company that you’re taking a sabbatical (and leave on good terms).
• Things to consider before taking a career break or sabbatical.
• How a sabbatical can heal your burnout.
• Kristin’s unexpected sabbatical experience.
• Average cost of living during a sabbatical.
• Overcoming the mental blocks to taking a break from work.
• The epiphones Katrina had during her sabbatical.
• Katrina's top 3 favorite cities/countries to take a sabbatical.

Questions Answered:

• What are the signs you need a break from work?
• What are the biggest blocks to taking a sabbatical?
• How much notice should I give my company before taking a sabbatical?
• How can small business owners and creators take more breaks?
• What are the benefits of taking time off of work?
• What are ways people spend their sabbaticals?
• How much money should you save for a sabbatical?
• How long should my sabbatical be?

Episode Resources: 

• Taking a Career Break For Dummies Cheat Sheet 
• Taking a Career Break For Dummies by Katrina McGhee
• FREEBIE: 45 Epic Things to Do on a Career Break
• A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle
• Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) - Explained

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