5. Colby Nichols: Rediscovering Purpose Through a Creative Break

Colby Nichols is a Career Breaker.

After co-founding and running a successful design studio for 12 years, Colby found himself at a crossroads. Burnt out and no longer connected to his "why," he knew something had to change. Overwhelmed by the challenges of entrepreneurship and the added stress of the pandemic, Colby made the courageous decision to step away from his work for a year-plus-long break.

That decision marked the start of Colby’s journey to slow down, let go of productivity pressures, and embrace the uncertainty of not knowing what was next. During his time off, Colby reconnected with his creativity, allowed himself space to just "be," and found new clarity on his path forward.

Today, Colby is thriving in a role that reignited his passion—Art Director at Magic: The Gathering in the gaming industry. His story is a testament to the power of taking a break, processing burnout, and rediscovering a renewed sense of purpose.

Tune in to hear Colby’s inspiring story of stepping away, navigating uncertainty, and finding his way back to fulfilling work.

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