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Why We Created a Sabbatical Program
In 2017, I was driving home from work across Lake Washington when I had a realization that completely changed how I think about time away from work.

Leading with Lori is where personal stories meet professional insights—a space to reflect, grow, and discover fresh perspectives for work and life. Join Lori G. Brown, CEO of PayNW, as she shares practical strategies, authentic stories, and thoughtful advice to empower and inspire your journey.
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In 2017, I was driving home from work across Lake Washington when I had a realization that completely changed how I think about time away from work.
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Every two weeks at PayNW, during our all-hands meetings, we do breakout rooms.
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I am fairly certain my 12-year-old daughter, Sydney, made Little League history last week. She stole home. By walking.
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It is conference season. And like most years, I have been on the road. Two in the last three weeks. Three in the last two months. Which has me...
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Over the past couple of weeks, after I posted pictures from our leadership retreat in Hawaii, I have been asked the same question more than a few...