About

You're a capable, successful professional starting to wonder what prioritising your work is costing you.
You're exhausted, aching and burning out. No longer interested in things you used to be passionate about.
But every time you get close to taking the time out you desperately need, the same questions stop you. Can I afford this? What happens to my career? What will people think?
I know because I've been there.
The people who take successful career breaks to travel are the ones who get clear on their finances, timeline and what they want from the experience. This clarity is what I help you build.
What you'll get
The Career Break Clarity Session — a 45 minute 1:1 call to create a personalised roadmap you can act on.
Whether a career break is the right move for you right now.
What it would cost and whether you can afford it.
How to structure your time away so it works for your life and energy.
I've spent 20 years working for Fortune 500 companies
In 2013, I took a year out to travel solo around the world
I shared my travels on my blog BackpackingBella.com which now helps women travel independently
Built a community and career from scratch in 2 countries
Since 2024, I've grown a Substack community of 700+ readers navigating burnout, solo travel and career breaks
In 2026, I've been featured in major media publications about my career break to travel



MY APPROACH
LOOKING AHEAD
Imagine having a roadmap for a career break to travel that's specific to your life, your finances and your timeline.
Taking time out to visit new places, the months ahead entirely yours. Along the way, gaining an understanding of your real priorities in work and in life.
It starts with one conversation.


Career break travel coaching and resources for mid-career professionals ready to live their most epic life.
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