That in-between place where clarity feels just out of reach.

“When I first connected with Both&, I was spiraling on whether to resign. What I learned is that staying doesn’t have to mean staying the same. I put together a proposal for a 4-day schedule, backed by Both& resources, and my manager said yes. I’m still growing in my career — just on a schedule that also works for my family.”

“The stories on Both& made me realize I wasn’t crazy for wanting to keep my job but on different terms. Seeing others who had negotiated flex hours or job-shares gave me the courage to try. Now I get to keep the career I love and be home for dinner most nights.”

“I came to Both& exhausted from corporate life and unsure what else I could do. Reading about others who shifted into consulting gave me the blueprint: start small, one project at a time. Eighteen months later, I have a steady roster of clients and more control over my hours than I’ve ever had.”

“As a dad, I didn’t see myself in most parental leave conversations. The Both& stories of men who had shifted into fractional or consulting roles resonated with me deeply. I left a rigid role in finance and built a part-time advisory practice. Now I’m more present with my kids and still building wealth.”

“After my second baby, I felt immense guilt about leaving my job. The Both& stories reframed everything for me. I realized pausing my career didn’t erase it — it simply gave me time to heal, rest, and be with my kids. And now, with resources on re-entry, I feel confident that I can return when I’m ready.”

“Both& gave me permission to take a career break without shame. For months, I had been telling myself I was falling behind. Reading about other parents who paused and later re-entered helped me see that this step away is not a detour — it’s part of the path.”