Taking A Career Break For Dummies (Paperback)

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