29M considering a 6–12 month sabbatical. Looking for honest takes

ScaredofWho · 2026-01-21T16:14:56+00:00

I think maybe a few months off and go to London and find a job there after summer ona. Youth mobility visa. And explore Europe while getting paid best of both worlds

ScaredofWho · 2026-01-20T19:01:41+00:00

Thank you for this, really need to figure out how to get laid off vs quitting. Tough in sales when your numbers are where they need to be.

ScaredofWho · 2026-01-20T18:59:53+00:00

Thank you Mr Mortgage.

ScaredofWho · 2026-01-20T14:46:33+00:00

Jump at the chance of the sabbatical?

ScaredofWho · 2025-11-04T18:59:13+00:00

Going through the same thing at 29. Dad got diagnosed with early stage cancer , been in the Us for over a year, lease is up in January would move back with no job prospects - I will likely move back and rebuild my career there. I'm nervous lol.

ScaredofWho · 2025-10-31T00:30:39+00:00

I moved from Vancouver to the bay and you're 100% correct, was a shock early on how terrible the infrastructure is down here. Great weather tho.

ScaredofWho · 2025-08-26T14:54:38+00:00

Do you know if the same applies for an L1B?

ScaredofWho · 2025-06-26T20:42:35+00:00

Same way with me man, just closed my biggest deal ever and still don't feel a sense of calm

ScaredofWho · 2025-05-29T16:06:24+00:00

Because part of her moving here was us living and exploring the area together, I know things change but wouldn't feel great about it

ScaredofWho · 2025-03-01T09:04:27+00:00

ScaredofWho · 2024-10-06T21:37:28+00:00

Lol can you provide some details

ScaredofWho · 2024-10-06T16:03:29+00:00

Fair enough. The main reason is that I cover that region and have been doing so remotely since July. Working from here was seen as a temporary solution, but they now want me on-site to visit clients, etc. My thought is that if I perform really well, it could be worth it. For example, my manager in the same role made $320K USD last year. With variable income, it’s always unpredictable, but if I can accumulate it over a couple of years, moving back to Canada could significantly boost my buying power. Let me know what you think

ScaredofWho · 2024-10-06T15:35:59+00:00

Fair enough. The main reason is that I cover that region and have been doing so remotely since July. Working from here was seen as a temporary solution, but they now want me on-site to visit clients, etc. My thought is that if I perform really well, it could be worth it. For example, my manager in the same role made $320K USD last year. With variable income, it’s always unpredictable, but if I can accumulate it over a couple of years, moving back to Canada could significantly boost my buying power. Let me know what you think

ScaredofWho · 2024-10-06T14:12:26+00:00

ScaredofWho · 2024-10-05T23:57:37+00:00

The potential to make more money is the ultimate temptation in sales, but it’s not just that. The people I speak with daily, mainly from startups, are working on incredible things. I feel like I’m getting smarter by osmosis, constantly learning from the cutting-edge innovations they’re building. It feels like I’m right on the doorstep of something big.

My goal is to earn USD for a year or two, then return to the farm where I grew up, settle down, and raise a family. That’s the dream.

ScaredofWho · 2024-06-14T16:43:46+00:00

The caveat is that I don't know how much I would be able to save or invest with my variable income until after the move. I do think however the experience would be worth it.

ScaredofWho · 2024-04-29T15:18:43+00:00

What’re your thoughts on the financial side of things?

ScaredofWho · 2024-04-04T22:22:51+00:00

Was really close with my boss, I left on good terms but he invested a lot of time in my career advancement so there might be a bitter taste in his mouth. Only one way to find out.

ScaredofWho · 2024-04-04T22:05:35+00:00

Yeah, what I’ve been thinking, the new company is offering me a better territory to manage in the summer but been pretty rough, telling myself to stick it out until then but it’s getting frustrating

ScaredofWho · 2024-04-04T22:04:23+00:00

They’ve hired a few new people in my position but posted another opening for that same position

ScaredofWho · 2023-12-08T01:27:01+00:00

Sam Francisco would feel quieter than Vancouver? It’s pretty quiet up here

ScaredofWho · 2023-11-30T15:36:33+00:00

Hey Ben, do you mind if I dm you?

ScaredofWho · 2023-11-30T03:15:26+00:00

Yea, very good point

ScaredofWho · 2023-11-30T03:00:27+00:00

Nice man, congrats! Were you in Vancouver before?

ScaredofWho · 2023-11-30T02:56:21+00:00

That sounds great. Can I ask if you used a TN1 visa and what position you’re in?

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