Maternity, Medical, and Sabbaticals: Tailoring Leave Strategies for Freelancers

[kevin1]

Not all leave is created equal. Advanced freelancers understand that the type of leave dictates preparation and strategy:

Maternity leave: Months of prep allow for work front-loading, briefing backups, and automated workflows.

Medical leave: Short notice requires community support and contingency plans, like GoFundMe or peer VAs.

Sabbaticals: Intentional business design is critical—contracts, systems, and financial planning must accommodate extended absence.

Takeaway: strategic foresight and differentiated planning are essential to safely step away without jeopardizing client relationships or income streams.

[chainsniff]

Can you actually do this tho? i mean maternity leave if you are a man