In this personal-yet-practical episode, we're diving into a topic that doesn't get nearly enough attention: Paid Time Off (PTO). Specifically—how to plan for it, how to return from it, and how to truly disconnect without derailing your career. (Spoiler: you don’t have to earn rest by overworking on both sides of your break.)You’ll hear:A few stories from my own less-than-glamorous PTO moments (board games, rainouts, and ER Slack messages included)A step-by-step checklist for prepping your handoffs and out-of-office with clarityHow to avoid inbox chaos and meeting pileups when you returnTips from the amazing women at Beyond Boss for making the most of your time off (without the guilt)And a reminder that if your team can’t function without you for a few days, the problem isn’t PTO—it’s culture and structure.Whether you’re heading to the beach or just catching up on doctor’s appointments, you deserve to log off and come back refreshed—not frazzled.✨ Let’s normalize rest for product people.PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.You can follow us for more daily content:Instagram: @pdrmconsultingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pdrm-consultingJoin our Newsletter: https://pdrmconsulting.kit.com/a64c995683

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