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There is an almost constant tug-of-war going on inside working moms. They are pulled between wanting what’s best for their career, and what’s best for their kids. Welcome to The Working Mom’s Guide to Sanity podcast, your go-to resource for support, advice, and inspiration as you navigate the challenges of balancing your ambitious career dreams, and your family. Each week, we’ll bring you interviews with powerhouse working moms to share their insights on how they manage to find sanity while juggling their demanding jobs and kids. So, whether you’re listening on your commute to work, during your lunch break, or while running errands, we’re here to support you and help you achieve your goals as a working mom. Tune in to The Working Mom’s Guide to Sanity podcast and join our community of like-minded moms who are torn between their kids and careers like you are!
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Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
The argument around taking a career break is a tough one. Whether you are recouping from years and years of working and you're just trying to avoid burnout, or whether you're dealing with a more personal issue where you need to take that time for your family-- I think taking a career break is a huge pro because it can bring the clarity that you need for your next step.
In this episode, I'll make the case for how time away from work can help you really reflect on what aspects of your past jobs you enjoyed- so that you can seek out a new position that is more aligned with your Soul, passion, and values.
Show Notes
00:45 Why more women are taking breaks and how the new LinkedIn “career gap” feature is supporting them
05:00 "Later" sometimes never comes. Why do it now?
07:17 What to do if you can’t afford a break
08:55 Explaining the gap - Way #1 Stay current with license and education in your field
09:39 Explaining the Gap - Way #2 Nurture your key relationships inside your network
10:33 Explaining the gap - Way #3 Use your time to serve on a board
12:27 Wisdom from Jeff Bezos- mitigate the potential for future regret