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Anonymous

December 9,2022 at 12:19AM UTC

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I am thinking about taking a break from work next year as I need to figure out what to do next. My current thinking is to be away for about a quarter. Has anyone done this before? How did you bring up this conversation with your boss, and is there anything I need to be aware of?

Greatly appreciate any answers or advice!

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AnonymousDecember 9,2022 at 12:49AM UTC
I have done it but i left my job and just took the time for myself.
AnonymousDecember 9,2022 at 3:49PM UTC
Unless your company has an existing long leave policy (such as sabbaticals), or if you have long tenure/excellent relationship with your boss, it's unlikely they'll agree to just let you stop working for three months to "take a break", while holding your job. Who would do your work in the interim? You'll likely have to resign, and then reapply or work somewhere else when you're ready.
Crystal HowellDecember 9,2022 at 7:45PM UTC
Consolidate any debt now while you have the job, reduce the interest rates on anything you may owe, before you make the "Career Break" move.