Want a sabbatical? Just Ask!
The most powerful strategy for embarking on your own career-sustaining sabbatical can be summarised in one word: ask! By asking the right...
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- Mar 16
- 2 min
The paradox of free time on sabbatical
You’ve planned this amazing sabbatical. You’ve been working towards it for years. You’ll finally get the free time you’ve been...
- Oct 13, 2022
- 7 min
How to plan your sabbatical like a pro
So you’re thinking of taking a sabbatical and you have a million questions. What will you do? How long can you take? Can you afford it?...
- Sep 14, 2022
- 3 min
Sabbatical fears - how to overcome them
In a world that rewards the relentless pursuit of productivity, it’s sometimes hard to give ourselves permission to take a break. Just...
- Sep 14, 2022
- 3 min
Your solid sabbatical work coverage plan
To have a great sabbatical experience you need to make sure your work is looked after while you’re away. This reduces the stress for you...
- Sep 14, 2022
- 3 min
Share your "wow" sabbatical story
Re-living your sabbatical through the enjoyment of sharing your story with others is one of the highlights of returning home. It can be a...
- Aug 10, 2022
- 3 min
Making the most of a sabbatical
The best tools and tips for how to make the most of a sabbatical
- May 1, 2022
- 6 min
The psychological phases you'll go through on a sabbatical
How do I make the most of my sabbatical? This question has been coming up a lot lately. There are some distinct psychological phases that...
- Nov 18, 2020
- 5 min
How to ruin your holiday recharge in 4 easy steps (like I just did!)
I recently booked a 2-week break with my husband to recharge and relax. We were limited to local destinations given the Coronavirus...
- Mar 27, 2020
- 4 min
Pause. Reframe. This is your moment to take a Growth Sabbatical
The world had changed. Our lives have changed. Unexpectedly and out of our control. Lot's of people have been thrown into the situation...
- Mar 19, 2020
- 3 min
The Unexpected Sabbatical - how to make the most of it at home
Well... Here we are. A global pandemic. Panic. Fear. Confusion. It's everywhere. I'm sitting here in 'social isolation' in my home in...
- Feb 13, 2020
- 7 min
Sabbatical Stories - Meet the master of sabbatical connections
Nadege Conger is a sabbatical legend. 20 years ago, just as the internet was becoming a big thing, she had the vision of creating a...
- Jan 20, 2020
- 3 min
What’s your holiday recharge score?
Most of us managed to take some time off over the Christmas and New Year period. For some, it’s already a distant memory. For others,...
- Nov 13, 2019
- 4 min
The real truth about why you want a sabbatical
You say you want a sabbatical, but the truth is, you're probably just running away. Most of the time, I'm the caring, supporting...
- Sep 27, 2019
- 5 min
Asking for sabbatical leave – 10 tips (and a pitch pack) to get a “yes”
I remember the day I asked my boss for 6-months sabbatical leave to travel around South America. I’m not going to lie… it was messy. Ugly...
- Sep 16, 2019
- 4 min
Should I take a sabbatical? Here's how to find out.
Have you ever dreamed of taking a couple of months off to recharge and pursue a dream but worried it’ll be a big mistake? You’re not...
- Aug 6, 2019
- 4 min
Need a recharging break? Do these 4 things.
You've got this golden gift of time about to unfold before you. You've successfully negotiated a break from work and you're off into the...
- Aug 5, 2019
- 1 min
Sabbatical Pitch Pack
Terrified of asking your boss for a break? This sabbatical pitch pack will guide you in presenting a compelling and professional proposal...
- Jun 3, 2019
- 1 min
Sabbatical Readiness Quiz
Thinking about a sabbatical but not sure if it's the right time? Not sure you can afford it? Take this simple quiz to work out your...
- Jun 3, 2019
- 1 min
Sabbatical Cost Calculator
The ultimate planning tool for figuring out how much your dream sabbatical will cost. Hint: It's less than you think! Get planning today!...
- Jun 3, 2019
- 3 min
Months or minutes – how much time do you really need to recharge?
From sabbaticals to mindful minutes, there’s a smorgasbord of choices when you’re thinking about how to recharge. But how much time is...
- Apr 1, 2019
- 4 min
What is a sabbatical? (And why you should take one)
Ever wanted to just put life on pause for a few months to take a break, recharge and do something amazing? We’ve got a word for that....
- Feb 11, 2019
- 5 min
Deciding to take a sabbatical? Follow these 5 steps first.
The decision to take a sabbatical can be big and daunting. It can be difficult to get over the initial hurdles that stop you from...
- Oct 19, 2018
- 3 min
3 reasons to negotiate your sabbatical now
When business is booming, power is with the employee. There’s never been a better time to negotiate a sabbatical. We’re in a sabbatical...
- Oct 5, 2018
- 3 min
When excuses win, your sabbatical loses
Get your butt over the 'buts' so you can live your sabbatical dream I get it. You’re tired. Not the kind of tired when you didn’t get a...
- Oct 1, 2018
- 3 min
Sabbaticals that spark change
When you're looking for a recharging break and you stumble across so much more I’m a sabbatical addict and advocate. I’ve taken nine...
- May 18, 2018
- 2 min
My sabbatical life
I accidentally fell into a life of taking regular sabbaticals. When I look back, it's been the catalyst for every significant change in...
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