Q: Does your boss pay for airfare?

A: The sabbatical is a week of paid time away from the office where we explore what’s important to us. The sabbatical doesn’t include airfare and other expenses that you might incur during the week.

Q: Is this just a week of PTO?

A: No – there’s a big difference between a sabbatical and vacation. Even though we’re not in the office – we are out in the world, doing real, important work that matters to us.

Q: How do you decide what to do?

A: Everyone’s sabbatical looks different. The main thing to define and focus on a goal. Sometimes that can look like a roll of film, maybe it’s hiking 50 miles in a few days, or finding your spirituality in a Hindu temple. It doesn’t matter what the goal is, your job to define it.

Q: Do you have to do anything afterward?

A: Yes, part of the sabbatical process is sharing what you learned. When you return, you’re expected to put together a presentation and show the team what you accomplished.