From the tax advisor to globetrotter: Sabrina Biehlmaier's adventure!

From the tax advisor to globetrotter: Sabrina Biehlmaier's adventure!

Waiblingen, Deutschland - Sabrina Biehlmaier, 32 years old, has fulfilled a dream: After a year and a half full of adventure, the Waiblinger has returned from her journey through Latin America. The decision to give up their safe employment as a tax consultant came as a surprise to many. But for the trip she planned with the help of a sabbatical, it was the right step. "I thought about it for a long time and knew that the moment had come to experience something else," she says.

Before her big adventure, Biehlmaier worked for many years in a large auditing company in Stuttgart, which is one of the renowned "Big Four". Despite the prospect of promotion, she quit her job. "I didn't want to leave the possibility of such a journey that was offered to me," she recalls.

plan a sabbatical well

A sabbatical is not just a vacation, everyone who plans it knows. Careful preparation is essential. Before you pack the suitcases, it is important to check the employment contract. Officials and teachers are often entitled to a sabbatical, others have to negotiate with their supervisor about financing, duration and representation during the absence. "A clarifying conversation at work is central," emphasizes an expert. This also includes precise cost planning, since there are no regulated sources of income during this break.

has proven itself for many to record everything in writing. A clear contract should clarify details, such as the duration of the sabbatical, the type of financing and the contact options during the absence. After approval by the employer, many are looking for the right volunteer work or a stay abroad. Depending on the professional group and interests, projects can be individually adjusted. Specialists from the areas of education, care and social work are particularly sought. But also in art therapy, sustainable architecture or craft there are numerous ways to get socially committed, as reported manatapu.de.

• professional groups with opportunities in the sabbatical:
• teachers and educators
• doctors and nurses
• social worker
• specialists in art and environment

The return to Waiblingen

Well, since she is back in Waiblingen, Biehlmaier has already tackled her new life after the trip. "It feels good to get back, but I also learned a lot about myself and I want to use this experience," she adds. She not only shaped her journey, but also changed her perspective to the world. Who knows, maybe it will soon break up - after all, the world has many adventures ready.