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Mini Retirements: How to Take a Break Sooner That Could Also Boost Your Career and Income with Jillian Johnsrud

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#239: Why wait until you're 65? It's feasible for almost anyone to take a mini retirement and when done right, it can also fast-track your career and income. Learn how to plan one, negotiate time off, manage costs, avoid pitfalls, and make it work if you’re self-employed. Plus, we share tips for handling health insurance and other logistics during your mini-retirement.

Jillian Johnsrud is the author and host of Retire Often. She’s taken more than a dozen mini-retirements and coaches people to pursue meaningful goals, take mini-retirements, and align their money with what matters most.

Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/mini-retirements-jillian-johnsrud

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Full Show Notes

(00:00) Introduction

(02:12) Why Traditional Retirements Are Flawed

(04:32) What Is a Mini Retirement?

(06:50) How to Make More Money by Working Less

(09:46) Managing Your Time During a Mini Retirement

(11:57) Common Types of Mini Retirements

(15:43) Ways to Design an Impactful Mini Retirement

(18:19) Financial Implications of a Mini Retirement

(20:40) Chris and Amy's Mini Retirement

(22:57) How to Negotiate a Mini Retirement With Your Employer

(30:41) Paid Leave vs. Unpaid Leave

(37:18) Finding Work After a Mini Retirement

(42:10) Tips for People Who Are Self-Employed

(46:52) How to Plan, Save, and Spend for Your Mini Retirement

(49:33) Estimating the Cost of a Mini Retirement

(53:45) All the Different Ways a Mini Retirement Can Go Wrong

(56:55) Should You Take a Mini Retirement With or Without Your Partner?

(59:07) Health and Travel Insurance Options

(1:01:09) Jillian's Parting Advice

(1:02:23) Where to Find Jillian and Her Work

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#239: Why wait until you're 65? It's feasible for almost anyone to take a mini retirement and when done right, it can also fast-track your career and income. Learn how to plan one, negotiate time off, manage costs, avoid pitfalls, and make it work if you’re self-employed. Plus, we share tips for handling health insurance and other logistics during your mini-retirement.

Jillian Johnsrud is the author and host of Retire Often. She’s taken more than a dozen mini-retirements and coaches people to pursue meaningful goals, take mini-retirements, and align their money with what matters most.

Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/mini-retirements-jillian-johnsrud

Partner Deals

Stable: 50% off your first year of my favorite digital mailbox

DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web

Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent

Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investors

Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform

For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals

Resources Mentioned

Jillian: Website | Podcast | Instagram

Jillian's Book: Retire Often

Full Show Notes

(00:00) Introduction

(02:12) Why Traditional Retirements Are Flawed

(04:32) What Is a Mini Retirement?

(06:50) How to Make More Money by Working Less

(09:46) Managing Your Time During a Mini Retirement

(11:57) Common Types of Mini Retirements

(15:43) Ways to Design an Impactful Mini Retirement

(18:19) Financial Implications of a Mini Retirement

(20:40) Chris and Amy's Mini Retirement

(22:57) How to Negotiate a Mini Retirement With Your Employer

(30:41) Paid Leave vs. Unpaid Leave

(37:18) Finding Work After a Mini Retirement

(42:10) Tips for People Who Are Self-Employed

(46:52) How to Plan, Save, and Spend for Your Mini Retirement

(49:33) Estimating the Cost of a Mini Retirement

(53:45) All the Different Ways a Mini Retirement Can Go Wrong

(56:55) Should You Take a Mini Retirement With or Without Your Partner?

(59:07) Health and Travel Insurance Options

(1:01:09) Jillian's Parting Advice

(1:02:23) Where to Find Jillian and Her Work

Connect with Chris

Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn

Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.

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