Plenty of big companies allow you to do this. I know several people who have taken 1-3 month long unpaid vacation while at FAANG companies.
Sure, it takes some planning. You can't just do it tomorrow. But it seemed pretty easy for them.
Sure, it takes some planning. You can't just do it tomorrow. But it seemed pretty easy for them.
Personally, I would sooner go for a four-day work week, which would probably be an easier sell to most companies. Similarly, I would be fine with a pretty sizable pay cut for the benefit.