Prepare a sabbatical proposal for discussion

A fictional Northstar planning example—not a statement of eligibility, approval, or policy precedent.

Check Policy Hub for the approved local sabbatical policy, including who may qualify, the applicable review process, and any terms. This example does not set a required break length, lead time, approval standard, or request route.

Build a work-focused proposal

  1. 1

    Describe your purpose and possible timing

    Write a concise work-appropriate summary and identify dates or date ranges you would like to discuss, without sharing private details broadly.

  2. 2

    Discuss feasibility with your manager

    Review role coverage, important deadlines, dependencies, and work that could be paused or reassigned.

  3. 3

    Outline a possible handoff

    List recurring responsibilities, current work status, key work contacts, and decisions a covering role may need to make.

  4. 4

    Plan a possible return hand-back

    Identify what may need a recap, access check, or priority discussion if a break is approved through the applicable process.

Do not assume a request route

Use Leave Management only if the applicable sabbatical process is configured there.

If the policy does not identify a route, ask People Operations through the established channel where to direct your proposal.

A discussion or app entry does not establish eligibility or approval.