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Career break and sabbaticals, done right.

Permission to Pause

Your break deserves a strategy, and you’ve just hit the jackpot.

Frameworks, practical guidance, and an informed perspective on career breaks, sabbaticals, and burnout — all drawn from nine years of coaching over 200 professionals through successful breaks

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But what would you actually do on a break?

Your big question finally has a satisfying answer

Discover 45 of my clients’ most epic break experiences and consider this your permission slip to dream bigger.

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I've been exactly where you are. And I found a way out.

Twice, Actually.

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I'm Katrina McGhee — Master Certified Coach, career break strategist and the woman who walked away from two financially successful careers to take two life-changing breaks.

Not because I was pushed out. Because I longed for something better — even when it terrified me. I know the money fears, the identity fears, and the huge weight of giving up "good enough" for the hope of something better.

That lived experience is exactly why I can help you take this leap. Yep, even if it feels borderline impossible right now.

Want my help?

Research is great, but it can only take you so far. A break is a big leap and it helps to have an expert in your corner. Tell me where you're at and I'll tell you specifically how I can help.