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Stay Forth Leadership Podcast

Why I'm heading on sabbatical

Oct 28, 2024
36:35
Alan Briggs discusses the significance of sabbaticals for leaders, sharing his personal experiences and insights gained from previous sabbaticals. He emphasizes the importance of planning, renewal, and recalibration during this time away from work. The discussion also touches on the challenges of stepping away from work, the need for engagement in everyday life, and the activities he looks forward to during his upcoming sabbatical. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the transformative power of sabbaticals in fostering personal growth and well-being.   Takeaways
  • Sabbaticals help leaders renew their energy and recalibrate their vision.
  • Personal experiences during sabbaticals can be both delightful and challenging.
  • Planning for a sabbatical is crucial to ensure a smooth transition.
  • Engagement in everyday life is more fulfilling than seeking escape through travel.
  • Rest can take many forms, including physical activity and mental space.
  • Sabbaticals are an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends.
  • The importance of modeling healthy rhythms for others as a leader.
  • Sabbaticals can lead to new insights and creative ideas for the future.
  • It's essential to prioritize what truly matters during a sabbatical.
  • Sabbaticals require faith and trust in the process of stepping away from work.

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