The Liberty Leave Blog
Explore practical tips, inspiring stories, and personal journeys to help you navigate your own career break. From financial strategies to travel tips, we've got everything you need to make your Liberty Leave a reality.
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Guidance on taking intentional time off, from sabbatical planning, to mini-retirement destinations, to navigating what's next.
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The Liberty Leavers, Issue 001: Brandy Walker Stopped Applying to Jobs and Is Crowdfunding a Year of Rest Instead
After hundreds of job applications and years of hustle, Brandy Walker has decided to take a full year off, and she’s crowdfunding it. In this first edition of The Liberty Leavers, discover how one woman is turning her sabbatical into a movement, reclaiming rest, and showing that stepping away can be the boldest career move of all.
Inside a Hair Factory: How Wigs, Bundles, and Clip-Ins Are Made in Vietnam
On one of my most random side quests yet, I toured a hair factory in Da Nang, Vietnam, to see how these operations work.
1 Week in Chiang Mai Thailand: A Relaxed, Food-Forward 7-Day Itinerary
How to spend one week exploring Chiang Mai, Thailand.
How Taking a Career Break Helped Me Increase My Income by $50K
How taking a six-month sabbatical helped me overcome burnout, rebuild confidence, and increase my income by $50K.
6 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Let a $150K+ Salary Justify My Burnout
When my $150K job ended in a layoff, I finally saw how much burnout had been taking from me. These 6 lessons may help you protect your peace.