Career Break Compass is available today


2 years ago, I quit my VP job because of burnout.

I didn’t know what I needed.

I just knew that something had to change.

My life was a mix of this:

  • Full calendars
  • Missed milestones of my daughter
  • Working late nights and weekends
  • A lot of skipped lunches for meetings
  • Chronic insomnia because I lived in stress

No matter what I tried, nothing worked.

Not vacations. Not a weekend off. Not even disconnecting from work.

Even if I felt temporary relief, it would come crashing back the minute I was back at work.

I realized that I needed a clean break.

I needed to go do some self-reflection and exploration because continuation on this path would inevitably lead me to illness, maybe worse.

So I took a career break to do just that.

But there was little information about them:

  • How to plan for them?
  • What resources are available to me?
  • How do I make the most of it while on one?
  • How to plan for re-entry into the workplace?

So as I went through mine, I documented all of it.

All the research, resources, and steps in one spot:

​The Career Break Compass.​

The launch date is officially here.

Grab your copy and PLEASE let me know if this helps you in any way.

Your feedback would mean the world to me.

I wrote it all for you.

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Inside, you'll discover:

  • Strategies for planning your perfect career break
  • Tips for budgeting and saving for your sabbatical
  • Ideas for personal and professional growth during your break
  • Advice on how to leverage your experience upon return

Who is this book for:

  • High achievers
  • Mid-career professionals
  • Anyone who is experiencing burnout
  • Humans who need to learn how to slow down

Order from Amazon:

Step 1) Order My Book on Amazon

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After you order the book, access the online resources by going to my website. Submit your receipt and look for an email.

I wanted to share a few early reviews:

"In a series of well-designed and fast-paced chapters (complete with bullet-pointed “bite-size breaks”), Nguyen lays out an array of tactics designed to reclaim inner peace . . . A sweeping and empathetic call for people to teach themselves how to relax." ― Kirkus Reviews

"Laura Nguyen offers smart, take-you-by-the-hand guidance to pause, recharge, reevaluate and, ultimately, reemerge to work that is aligned with your strengths and values. This is the map you need when contemplating what’s next!” -- Becky Vollmer, author of You Are Not Stuck: How Soul-Guided Choices Transform Fear into Freedom​
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"Laura’s carefully thought-out strategies for taking an intentional break. . . offers actionable and sustainable practices that will recharge you—at home and in the office." -- Fran Hauser, Author, Keynote Speaker, Leading Career Expert, and Former Fortune 500 Media Executive
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". . . [This] book taught me it's not out of anyone's reach to have a PLANNED career break—yes, budgeting for this and money are discussed! If anyone I know is looking to take a career break, I'll definitely be recommending. . . Career Break Compass." -- Sara Fung, RN, CEO of The RN Resume, co-host of The Gritty Nurse podcast, and author of The Wisdom of Nurses​
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"Career Break Compass expertly leads readers from burnout to taking an intentional pause, helping them shape their next steps in both career and life. For those grappling with burnout and the uncertainties of recovery, this compass emerges as an indispensable guide, offering strategic insights that navigate the journey toward renewal and a purpose-driven future." -- Dr. Tamara Beckford, Burnout Prevention Expert, and CEO of UR Caring Docs

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​Launch Events:

On Sunday night, we had a wonderful sold-out event at Reading in Public in Des Moines. We enjoyed a sound bath and a mini-workshop. Most importantly, it was about bringing together community and giving ourselves permission to Pause. Thank you to all who attended!

Kansas City Event:

If you're in the Kansas City area, I'd love to see you! We're hosting a launch party on Thursday. Details below:

  • Thursday, November 14 from 6-8 PM
  • @ Crossroads Hotel
  • Tickets/Details: https://lu.ma/5aijycv2

Here's to new adventure to a more authentic and aligned YOU!

Thanks

Laura

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Hi! I'm a Laura

I'm an executive coach helping high achieving professionals go from burned out to balanced. Join my free newsletter Spark Insights. Every Friday, you'll get 1 inspiring quote, 1 self-inquiry question, 1 action item and 1 statistics. Join 18,000 people who are learning actionable and impactful tips.

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