Sabbatical Consultation
Thoughtful support for your sabbatical or intentional time away
Whether you’re planning a sabbatical or creating your own intentional time away, sometimes it helps to talk things through with someone who’s been there. I offer consultations to help you step back, work through your questions, and leave with greater clarity and confidence.
A conversation about your sabbatical or intentional time away
Every sabbatical is different. Some people arrive with a plan they’d like to refine. Others are still figuring out what sabbatical (or intentional time away) could look like. Our conversation will be personalized for your situation, but common topics include:
I’ll keep an eye on the time to respect your schedule, but I don’t want to end an important conversation simply because the clock says so. Most consultations last between 75 and 90 minutes.
What to expect
Conversations with me are confidential and treated as a private space for reflection and planning. Most consultations last between 75 and 90 minutes. I keep an eye on the time to respect your schedule, but I won’t end an important conversation simply because the clock says so.
Before we meet
Complete a short questionnaire so I can understand your goals, questions, and where you are in your planning
Our Conversation
We’ll talk through your situation, explore ideas, and work toward practical next steps that fit your situation
After we meet
I’ll summarize key ideas we discussed and provide resources or recommendations that may be helpful as you move forward
Why work with me?
I’m an Associate Professor who has experienced multiple forms of intentional time away, including a formal university sabbatical, research leave, family leave, and the “pseudo-sabbaticals” I’ve intentionally built into the years between them. Those experiences, combined with years of planning travel and designing meaningful time away, inform the way I approach these conversations.
A focused conversation to help you think through your sabbatical, research leave, or intentional time away. If your employer allows, you can use research or professional development funds to pay. Have questions? Reach out here.