And through it all, I didn't get fired, there was no formal reprimand, and I got paid the entire time.
Sabbaticals provide a proactive hedge against employee burnout, an antidote for attrition, and a protection from career wanderlust.
Some employers argue that offering paid time off won't help keep employees around, but my sabbatical made me more passionate about my work — and my workplace — than ever.
I love my job and want to be sure my team and clients get the best of me.
Sabbaticals are good for businessMy sabbatical wasn't an anomaly — research shows that sabbaticals help employees fight burnout and improve their well-being.