Sabbaticals and Slowbaticals (Episode 241)

<p>In this episode, Angela is back as we discuss why it’s important for founders, business owners, and entrepreneurs of all kinds to consider a sabbatical or a “<i>slow</i>batical.” Just as it sounds, a slowbatical is a time to slow down, recover, and recharge from career stresses. As a society, we have reached a critical point where we are no longer just working hard but working towards imminent burnout; burnout that will cost you, your clients, your employees, and your bottom line. If you’re reading this and thinking, “I can’t do that,” then this episode is especially for you.</p><p>Key Takeaways:</p><p>[2:56] When reflecting on this episode, Angela realized she and Charlie continued to have the “burnout” discussion without ever taking a break to recharge.</p><p>[7:41] What is a slowbatical? And why it’s more attainable than a true sabbatical.</p><p>[9:59] So many of us have reached a tipping point where today’s pace is driving us to burnout on a detrimental scale.</p><p>[10:42] One positive of the pandemic is we have begun talking more about burnout and the need for slowing down; even though it was at a tipping point before COVID-19.</p><p>[12:48] When we talk about burnout, most people think about being incapacitated but there are levels of burnout. Oftentimes, it’s more gradual than a dramatic implosion.</p><p>[14:53] Rather than waiting for a falling out, it’s best to plan for what to do if there is burnout.</p><p>[16:06] The OEN April panel discussion spared an important issue which is why there is so much pressure and threat of burnout on founders and small business owners, especially.</p><p>[23:55] It’s okay to recognize what role privilege plays in the need for sabbaticals and slowbaticals without discounting the importance.</p><p>[27:07] While this episode has an emphasis on founders, it is just as important for those with side hustles or traditional jobs to allow themselves the mindset to slow down.</p><p>[30:24] There may be a cost to taking a break, but there will likely be a bigger cost to not taki