In this episode of the Consultants and Money Podcast, Erica welcomes Jillian Johnsrud, author of Retire Often. At 40, Jillian has taken over a dozen mini retirements, allowing her to live abroad, travel to 27 countries, adopt four kids, invest in real estate, and more. She discusses the concept, planning, and benefits of mini retirements, outlining steps for simplifying, automating, documenting, and delegating tasks to prepare a business for a mini retirement. Jillian offers practical advice for entrepreneurs, addressing financial concerns and demystifying common fears about taking time off. Her book, 'Retire Often', further explores these ideas. The episode is filled with actionable insights and inspiration for solo consultants looking to achieve a better work-life balance.   00:00 Introduction to Consultants and Money Podcast 00:52 Meet Jillian Johnsrud: author of Retire Often 03:14 Understanding Mini Retirements 04:18 Personal Stories and Practical Advice 13:18 Planning for Mini Retirements as an Entrepreneur 21:34 Social Media Addiction and Uninstalling Apps 21:52 Preparing Clients for Your Absence 22:51 Handling Client Emergencies During Leave 25:22 Self-Selecting Better Clients Through Mini Retirements 25:57 The Benefits of Mini Retirements for Self-Employed Individuals 28:56 Financial Planning for Mini Retirements 31:52 Making Mini Retirements Affordable 39:53 Overcoming Fears and Objections to Mini Retirements 40:53 Book Release and Final Thoughts ____________________ Resources Referenced: Get a copy of Retire Often here RetireOften.com EricaGoode.com ____________________ Connect with Jillian Johnsrud | Website | LinkedIn | Buy the Book Connect with Erica | LinkedIn | Website | Newsletter  

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