Q: What exactly is a sabbatical? A: It’s an extended break from paid work for weeks or months (not just a vacation), intended for rest, renewal, creativity, exploring what’s next in life, or even trying something new. North Financial Advisors Q: Why might someone want...
We need sabbaticals because the nature of work is changing. We’re far removed from a time when you work for the same organization for 35 or 40 years and then retire. It’s now common to have almost 5 jobs before the age of 35 according to Bureau of Labor Statistics...
My spouse has been on sabbatical for 6 months. He’s a software developer and most recently worked at a biotech company. Burnout took hold after working long hours for more than two years on blood testing products during the COVID crisis. So I encouraged him to...
With many businesses asking employees to return to the office this fall (if they haven’t already) lots of us are asking the question — how can I continue working from home? If you’ve hit a dead end with your employer over negotiating return-to-work...
The Oxford English Dictionary defines resilience as “the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.” During uncertain times like these we all can stand to build more resilience in our lives and our finances. I know many are wrestling with job...
You did it. You got the title, landed the salary, and all the perks you thought you wanted. But what happens when it’s not all it’s cracked up to be? Corporate life can be draining. While it is possible to find high paying roles that fulfill you, certain jobs and...
