Executive Careers with Fexingo · 2026-07-28 · 8 min
In episode 140 of Executive Careers with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna dive into a career strategy that many senior leaders consider but few execute well: the strategic sabbatical. Unlike a burnout break or a gap year, a strategic sabbatical is a planned, intentional pause designed to accelerate the next chapter of a career. Lucas breaks down three distinct types - education-focused, exploration-focused, and reflection-focused sabbaticals - and shares how executives can frame these breaks as assets rather than liabilities on a resume. They discuss real examples, including a CTO who used a six-month sabbatical to learn quantum computing and landed a board seat, and a marketing VP who traveled to emerging markets to build a network that later funded her own consultancy. The hosts also tackle the tricky part: how to negotiate a sabbatical with a current employer, interview after a break, and avoid common pitfalls like losing momentum or damaging professional relationships. If you're a senior leader considering a pause, this episode offers a practical framework for turning downtime into a career catalyst.
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