E45: The rise of micro-retirements with Ola Majekodunmi, Lauren Spearman, and Tom Carter

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we'd love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: [email protected].   Imagine hitting pause on your career, not decades from now, but far sooner. What would you do with all that freedom? Today we're talking about the rise of micro-retirements, or sabbaticals, as they're better known. It's becoming increasingly popular with Gen Z as a bold way to take control of their time, blending career progression and meaningful rest. Unlike traditional retirement, which often feels like a distant milestone, micro-retirements offer the chance to hit pause regularly. Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss the rise of micro-retirements: Founder of All Things Money, Ola Majekodunmi;  Brand Consultant and Content Creator, Lauren Spearman; and Senior Performance Marketing Manager at PensionBee, Tom Carter.   Episode breakdown 02:50 How popular are micro-retirements? 04:50 Making the most of our health capital 08:40 Tips for saving towards two retirements 11:00 Are sabbaticals the cure for burnout? 14:42 Switching off during your sabbatical 18:35 Financial planning for your micro-retirement   Further reading, listening and watching To learn more about taking a career break and saving for retirement, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee: E26: Are you ready for your 100-year life? (Podcast) E37: The easiest way to retire with more money (Podcast) E38: How to shift careers (Podcast) How to catch up on pension payments (Blog) Is it time to find your new career? (Blog) 5 tips for starting a new job (Blog) 6 steps for making a successful career switch (Blog) 6 ways to put together your emergency fund (Blog)   Other useful resources Understanding Sabbaticals: Benefits, Planning, and Career Impact (Investopedia) FIRE Explained: Financial Independence, Retire Early – Rules, Types & Planning (Investopedia)   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Threads. Follow All Things Money (@allthingsmoney_) on TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and X. Follow Lauren Spearman (@spearmanlauren) on TikTok, Instagram and LinkedIn.