Victoria here, Girlboss’ executive editor. 👋
In 2023, a whopping 62% of workers with PTO did not use all their vacation days. Were you one of them? I certainly was. ✋ Taking time off often means prepping everything in advance, assigning work to coworkers, and returning to hundreds (or thousands) of emails waiting for you. 😵💫 Sometimes it feels easier to just… not take the vacation at all.
If you’re struggling with PTO anxiety or guilt, today’s newsletter is for you. Wharton economist Dr. Corinne Low makes the case that taking time off can make you richer. Yes, really. 💸
Other stuff the Girlboss team is talking about on Slack:
One of the biggest women-led startups in tech just announced major cuts.
Lover girls, assemble! Love of Your Life on Prime Video, starring Margaret Qualley, will give you butterflies and have you reaching for tissues (in the best way).*
💼 Job of the day: Snack lovers, this one’s for you. Mars is hiring a Senior Manager, Innovation for KIND in Chicago ($153.6K–$211.2K). You’d decide what the brand launches next, from dreaming up new snack ideas to perfecting the flavor, packaging, and formula before they hit shelves. We’re hungry for this opp already. 🍫
