Running off to treat your workplace burnout might not be the best solution. Ask yourself first if your work is fulfilling. If not, it is better to try and find something else first, then take some time off before you start a new position.

Question Yourself

Get advice from your peers who have been in a similar position. Find out how to be prepared for a sabbatical and if they think it was a wise choice.

Get Advice from Your Peers

Before you plan a sabbatical, check with your HR department to see what the policy is regarding extended breaks.Many organizations allow workers a certain amount of unpaid leave.

Check Your Company Policy

While on our sabbatical, keep in touch with your workplace. Offer to help out with anything if they need you to. Make sure you stay visible. Arrange a hand-back-to meeting before you go.You could even keep them up to date with your experiences while you're traveling.

Keep in Touch

Research shows than half of the hiring managers surveyed say the most important thing they look at when hiring candidates is how they kept their skills updated during a career break.

Keep Your Skills Updated

Plan your leave well in advance. Create a guide with instructions for your replacement (if there is one) or a detailed brief on your ongoing projects for your colleagues.

Plan Your Exit Strategy

Most bosses will be skeptical about losing a valued team member for a large period of time.Mention that taking a sabbatical could positively affect your career. You could also suggest hiring a trainee to cover your duties.

Develop Your Pitch

You need a good reason for your time off. It could be doing something on your bucket list, like volunteering or teaching, or doing a crash course in a new skill.

Have a Good Reason

It will be a way of keeping in touch with your friends and family and allow you to put in context what you’ve achieved over your time off from work. Consider writing a personal diary, blog, or posting on your social media pages.

Document Your Journey

Create a plan on what you will be doing on your career break so your goals are more visible.

Create a Road Map

Most contracts require a year's notice for a sabbatical.
Be sure to speak to your employer as soon as possible.

Give Plenty of Notice

It is probably a good idea to set a date in advance to ensure both your employer and yourself have enough time to plan.

Set a Date

Make sure your finances are in order before you take the plunge.You could also think about raising money or cutting your expenses. Many people work part-time or take on freelance jobs while on sabbatical to supplement their financial situation.

Finances

Have you got to a point in your life where your work-life balance is completely off and you need a break from everything? From the everyday hustle, the overcrowded and stuffy train on your daily commute, the pressure of trying to maintain a social life and a career, all while keeping your living space in order?

Document Your Journey

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