🎙️ Episode 20 – How to Talk About Your Career Break📘 Hosted by James Hammond & Katrina McGhee, Career Break and Sabbatical CoachShow Summary:In this episode, Katrina McGhee, author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies and co-founder of BreakSpace, joins host James Hammond to dive deep into a challenge many career breakers face—how to talk about your career break confidently and authentically. Whether you're planning a break, currently on one, or returning to the workforce, this episode explores powerful mindset shifts and strategies to overcome judgment, doubt, and social pressure.From pre-break anxiety and awkward conversations to managing "What’s next?" questions during the break, Katrina shares real-world tips and a proven 4-step framework for navigating difficult conversations. Tune in for empowering advice that helps you own your decision and find the right words to articulate your break with clarity and pride.💡 Key Takeaways & Topics Covered:How to prepare for conversations before, during, and after a career breakWhy career breaks feel unconventional—and why that’s okayThe psychology behind fear of judgment and self-doubtWhat to do when people give unsolicited advice about job searchingUsing intentional language to own your decisionThe power of a “purpose statement” and identifying your themesHow to answer “What’s next for you?” when you don’t have all the answersReframing curiosity as opportunity, not judgmentBuilding inner confidence before external conversations🧠 Katrina’s 4-Step Framework to Navigate Career Break Conversations:Build your confidence and conviction – Understand why you took the break and its benefits.Own your decision – Speak with intention, not apology.Craft your go-to statement – Use your break's purpose to explain your choice clearly.Avoid waiting for validation – Surround yourself with supportive communities like BreakSpace.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro to the show and topic01:30 – Why talking about your career break is so challenging03:50 – Common fears: judgment, shame, and uncertainty05:40 – Navigating pushback before you start your break09:30 – What to say when people ask, “What do you do?”11:00 – Dealing with unsolicited advice and job suggestions13:30 – How people’s reactions reflect their own limiting beliefs15:00 – Katrina’s 4-step framework for confidently talking about your break18:50 – Why you don’t need external validation20:40 – Final thoughts and mindset remindersIf 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.phpJoin the waitlist for the BreakSpace community - www.gobreakspace.com⁠Purchase Taking a Career Break for Dummies - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/bookEmail - [email protected] for listening!

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