by Jillian Johnsrud | May 14, 2025 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary In this conversation, Jillian and Doug discuss the concept of mini retirements and how they can lead to a fulfilling lifestyle while pursuing financial independence. Doug shares his personal experiences with mini retirements throughout his career, emphasizing...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Mar 26, 2025 | Intentional Living
I might be the worst self-improvement / productivity influencer. People frequently ask me what my secret is for doing so much. Maybe it’s the 5 kids, traveling, or writing a book that has given them the impression of my amazing productivity skills. How do I do...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Mar 24, 2025 | Mini-Retirements
Crazy, right? That’s what most people would say. The idea of giving every employee a full month off every year sounds radical—maybe even impossible. But is it? We’ve put people on the moon. We’ve created the internet. We’ve made enormous strides in workers’ rights...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Mar 18, 2025 | Mini-Retirements
Burnout doesn’t just hit overnight. It creeps in—slowly at first, then all at once. One day, you’re pushing through long hours, checking off endless to-do lists. The next, you wake up dreading work, feeling exhausted no matter how much sleep you get, and wondering if...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Mar 14, 2025 | Mini-Retirements
One of the biggest challenges in making a career transition is finding the time, space, and clarity to do it well. Too often, we’re stuck in the daily grind, feeling exhausted and uninspired, yet too busy to make meaningful changes. That’s where a mini retirement can...