Financial Feminist 248. How to Take Mini-Retirements with Jillian Johnsrud
Aug 11, 2025
Join author and financial coach Jillian Johnsrud, who specializes in mini-retirements, as she challenges the traditional notion of waiting until 65 to enjoy life. Jillian discusses how breaking away from grind culture can lead to greater fulfillment and financial benefits. She shares practical tips on negotiating time off and budgeting for these intentional breaks. Explore why rest is essential for personal growth and productivity, and learn how mini-retirements can transform your approach to work and life.
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Mini-Retirements Defined
- Jillian Johnsrud defines mini-retirements as month-or-longer intentional breaks to recharge and pursue meaningful projects.
- She says these breaks restore energy and can build career momentum instead of waiting until 65.
Mini-Retirements Accelerate Careers
- Jillian Johnsrud says mini-retirements can increase lifetime earning potential by enabling job switches and skill investments.
- She frames frequent breaks as a modern model replacing the old 40-year same-job path.
From Debt To Intentional Sabbaticals
- Jillian Johnsrud shares she married at 19 and entered low-earning work while carrying $55,000 of debt.
- She explains they delayed mini-retirements until debt was paid and basics were in place.
