Taking a career timeout could be the window of opportunity you’ve been looking for
Taking A Career Break For Dummies shows you that a career break could be life-changing. Career breaks give us a chance to pause to identify opportunities and dreams, focus on the things we’ve been missing, and develop new skills. This book empowers you to take the leap into your next chapter. There are dozens of reasons you might want to do it, but whatever your circumstance, this friendly Dummies guide will help you value your own well-being, give yourself permission to grow and explore, and reclaim your time, your life, and your happiness.
* Develop your plan for taking a break from your career and for transitioning back when you’re ready
* Set a budget for your break, create a realistic timeline, and make it happen
* Access practical tools and resources to help you on your career break journey
* Build a positive mindset so you can enjoy your break and return to your career feeling renewed
For anyone looking for a new direction, feeling burned out, or longing to reignite that inner spark, Taking a Career Break For Dummies is a must. If you’re looking for help structuring your planned time off, you’ll also love the hands-on guidance and examples inside.
Cuprins
Introduction 1
Part 1: Deciding Whether a Break Is Right for You 5
Chapter 1: Getting Acquainted with Career Breaks 7
Chapter 2: Embracing the Benefits of a Career Break 25
Chapter 3: Determining whether a Break Is an Option 49
Part 2: Planning Your Career Break 73
Chapter 4: Creating a Career Break Plan 75
Chapter 5: Figuring Out Your Finances 103
Chapter 6: Establishing a Timeline for Your Break 129
Part 3: Gearing Up for Your Break 143
Chapter 7: Sharing News of Your Career Break 145
Chapter 8: Managing the Logistics 161
Chapter 9: Planning for Extended Travel 177
Part 4: Navigating Your Break 211
Chapter 10: Getting the Most out of Your Break 213
Chapter 11: Avoiding a Financial Meltdown 239
Chapter 12: Spending This Time Wisely 251
Part 5: Exiting with Ease and Grace 273
Chapter 13: Transitioning out of Your Break 275
Chapter 14: Securing Job Offers after Your Career Break 289
Chapter 15: Thriving Beyond the Break 311
Part 6: The Part of Tens 321
Chapter 16: Ten Ground Rules for a Successful Break 323
Chapter 17: Ten Great Examples to Inspire Your Break 329
Index 335
Despre autor
Katrina Mc Ghee, MBA, is a certified life coach who helps people design career breaks to create more fulfilling lives. After saving $40k in 18 months, Katrina left her corporate job for a 20-month break to travel the world. Katrina uses her Break Blueprint to help her clients create fail-proof plans and navigate successful breaks of their own.
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