by Jillian Johnsrud | Jan 15, 2025 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary In this solo episode, Jillian discusses the concept of mini-retirements, exploring how much one needs to save to enjoy these experiences throughout life. She emphasizes the importance of planning, budgeting, and finding ways to increase income or reduce...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Jan 1, 2025 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary In this conversation, Charles shares the inspiring journey of taking a seven-month mini retirement with his family, exploring the motivations behind their decision, the planning process, and the transformative experiences they encountered along the way. He...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Dec 11, 2024 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary In this solo episode, Jillian discusses the necessity of taking mini retirements to engage in meaningful activities that have expiration dates, such as family adventures. Jillian reflects on her own experiences and the unpredictability of life, encouraging...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Nov 27, 2024 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
In this conversation, Jacob Wade shares his transformative journey from a high-stress tech sales job to a life of travel and family connection through a mini retirement. He discusses the mental health challenges that led to his decision, the planning and execution of...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Nov 13, 2024 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
In this conversation, Stacy shares her experiences part way through her mini retirements. She shares how she created distinct phases. While explaining the importance of having a structured yet flexible approach to this career break. We cover how she overcame one more...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Oct 8, 2024 | Podcast
In this episode, I explain that a month is an ideal starting point due to the ease of negotiation, lower costs, the ability to achieve significant personal goals, and the chance to practice for longer breaks. The conversation then moves into strategies for negotiating...
