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1 week agoHarriette Cole: Would it be foolish to quit my job and go on a game show?
Weigh long-term job security against a rare personal opportunity; ask the employer about unpaid leave before deciding.
The prospect of taking an extended unpaid break from work can be daunting. But with the right financial planning, it can be an opportunity to pause, spend time with family and explore new avenues
they started guilt-tripping me to take unpaid leave to make it work. I simply can't afford to lose that much income right now. It's starting to make me feel anxious and torn. I want to spend time with them and make memories, but I also need to be responsible about my money, my career and my personal boundaries. I feel like no matter what I do joining for a shorter portion, maybe helping plan some activities from home it won't be enough for them.