{"product_id":"taking-a-career-break-for-dummies-isbn-9781394197590","title":"Taking A Career Break For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaking a career timeout could be the window of opportunity you’ve been looking for\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTaking A Career Break For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop your plan for taking a break from your career and for transitioning back when you’re ready\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet a budget for your break, create a realistic timeline, and make it happen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess practical tools and resources to help you on your career break journey\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild a positive mindset so you can enjoy your break and return to your career feeling renewed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor anyone looking for a new direction, feeling burned out, or longing to reignite that inner spark, \u003ci\u003eTaking a Career Break For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eis a must. If you’re looking for help structuring your planned time off, you’ll also love the hands-on guidance and examples inside. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Deciding Whether a Break Is Right for You 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Getting Acquainted with Career Breaks 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Embracing the Benefits of a Career Break 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Determining whether a Break Is an Option 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Planning Your Career Break 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Creating a Career Break Plan 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Figuring Out Your Finances 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Establishing a Timeline for Your Break 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Gearing Up for Your Break 143\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Sharing News of Your Career Break 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Managing the Logistics 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Planning for Extended Travel 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Navigating Your Break 211\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Getting the Most out of Your Break 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Avoiding a Financial Meltdown 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Spending This Time Wisely 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Exiting with Ease and Grace 273\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Transitioning out of Your Break 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Securing Job Offers after Your Career Break 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Thriving Beyond the Break 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 321\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Ten Ground Rules for a Successful Break 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Great Examples to Inspire Your Break 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 335\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKatrina McGhee, MBA,\u003c\/b\u003e 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.    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake a career break without derailing your career\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat if you could press the pause button on the rat race? With \u003ci\u003eTaking a Career Break For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, you can. Whatever your reason for taking time off, this inspiring book will help you create a wildly successful career break and use your time wisely. Walk through the steps of budgeting your break, planning long-term travel, telling your employer, and embracing the next chapter of your life. Written by a veteran career breaker, this friendly Dummies guide will give you the courage you need to decide if a career break is right for you. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside… \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to afford a break\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDecide how to spend your break\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare for the unexpected\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNavigate insurance needs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet goals for your break\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStay motivated and productive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTravel like a pro\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLand on your feet after a break\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990127558885,"sku":"NP9781394197590","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394197590.jpg?v=1761786618","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/taking-a-career-break-for-dummies-isbn-9781394197590","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}