

Jillian Johnsrud
Author and host of the Retire Often podcast. Coaches people to pursue meaningful goals, take mini-retirements, and align their money with what matters most.
Top 10 podcasts with Jillian Johnsrud
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Jul 30, 2025 • 1h 1min
Mini Retirements: How to Take a Break Sooner That Could Also Boost Your Career and Income with Jillian Johnsrud
Jillian Johnsrud, author and host of the Retire Often podcast, advocates for mini retirements as a transformative way to enhance both career satisfaction and personal happiness. She shares her insights on how to plan these breaks effectively, including budgeting tips and strategies for negotiating time off with employers. The discussion highlights the unique benefits of taking intentional time away from work, arguing that these mini retirements can actually lead to greater success and fulfillment in life and career.

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Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 21min
How You Can Enjoy a Mini-Retirement Every 2 Years, Without Risking Your Career
Jillian Johnsrud, an author and coach known for promoting mini-retirements, shares her insights on rejuvenating career breaks. She explains how to structure these breaks, emphasizing that they aren’t just for the wealthy. Jillian discusses the importance of practicing retirement early to combat burnout and offers tools to visualize your ideal mini-retirement. Learn how to negotiate short leaves with employers and how these breaks can surprisingly enhance your career. Explore financial tips for making these adventures possible!

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Aug 21, 2023 • 52min
451 | Mini-Retirements to Accelerate Your Path to FI | Jillian Johnsrud
Jillian Johnsrud, an expert in mini-retirements, joins the podcast to discuss strategies for achieving financial independence through mini-retirements. The episode covers topics such as building fun into your life, negotiating mini-retirements with employers, accelerating the path to FI, and the importance of clear intentions. Gillian also shares insights on fairness and reciprocity in employee-employer relationships, as well as information about her upcoming book and podcast focused on mini-retirements.

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Aug 25, 2025 • 50min
Mini-Retirements: Test Driving Financial Independence | Ep 561
Jillian Johnsrud, author of 'Retire Often', advocates for the transformative power of mini-retirements—intentional breaks from work for personal growth. She discusses how embracing these breaks can enrich life, help manage fears of retirement, and ease the transition to full retirement. Jillian emphasizes the importance of enjoying life now while balancing immediate experiences with long-term goals. By focusing on a few meaningful activities, individuals can practice living beyond work, ultimately enhancing their journey towards financial independence.

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Oct 6, 2025 • 59min
136. Mini Retirements: Redefining How You Work, Rest, and Live with Jillian Johnsrud
Jillian Johnsrud, an author and coach advocating for 'mini retirements,' challenges the traditional 9-to-5 lifestyle. She reveals how these breaks can combat burnout and foster personal growth. Jillian discusses the vital distinction between vacations and mini retirements, emphasizing the importance of a deeper recovery. With tips on engaging employers and planning financially, she shares her transformative experiences, from therapy to national park adventures. These mini retreats are framed as crucial investments in self-care and life satisfaction.

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Jul 12, 2021 • 1h 2min
333 | Unlocking Your First Mini-Retirement
Jillian Johnsrud, host of the Everyday Courage podcast and a financial independence expert, joins the discussion on the transformative power of mini-retirements. She highlights how these brief breaks from work can create meaningful life experiences rather than waiting for traditional retirement. The conversation delves into strategies for planning a mini-retirement, balancing career and family commitments, and the personal growth that comes from stepping outside routines. Get ready to embrace adventure and optimize your time for a more fulfilling life!

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Aug 29, 2025 • 1h 2min
How To Tell Your Boss You Want to Retire Often (SB1728)
This week, negotiator and financial guru Paula Pant joins Jillian Johnsrud, author of 'Retire Often,' to discuss the benefits of mini-retirements. Jillian shares her strategies for negotiating time off without damaging workplace relationships. They explore how planning mini-retirements can enhance life satisfaction and health before full retirement. With humor and personal anecdotes, they inspire listeners to rethink traditional career timelines and advocate for living a retirement-worthy life right now.

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Sep 9, 2025 • 53min
Retire Often: Mastering the Art of Mini Retirements - Jillian Johnsrud | MHFI 284
Jillian Johnsrud, a writer who achieved financial independence at 32, shares her transformative journey. She discusses the concept of mini retirements as a way to test retirement living and the essential preparations needed for a smooth transition. Jillian opens up about the psychological hurdles of shifting from employment to self-employment, emphasizing the importance of redefining personal value. She shares practical tips from her book, 'Retire Often,' highlighting the need for emotional readiness and the significance of rest in crafting a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Jun 20, 2025 • 59min
We're (mini) Retiring! w/ Jillian Johnsrud #999
Join Jillian Johnsrud, author of 'Retire Often' and a leading expert in intentional career breaks, for a thought-provoking discussion! They explore the concept of mini-retirements and how to overcome the fear of taking a break. Jillian shares insights on navigating boredom and finding meaning during time off, along with strategies for discussing your need for breaks with others. Emphasizing work-life balance, this conversation highlights the joy of pursuing passions, the importance of self-reflection, and the benefits of embracing life's fleeting moments.

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Sep 15, 2025 • 59min
Ep 228: ‘Retire Often’ with Jillian Johnsrud | Why your next break should be a mini-retirement
Jillian Johnsrud, a writer and coach, urges us to rethink retirement in her new book Retire Often. Instead of waiting decades, she advocates for taking intentional mini-retirements every few years. Jillian explains how just one month off can transform your life, while her '6.5% rule' offers a new budgeting perspective for breaks. She discusses burnout, emphasizing the importance of recovery, and shares how breaks can actually enhance career growth. Join her in discovering how these pauses can lead to richer life experiences.