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SelfÂfunded leave programmes provide a time resource to employees so that they can pursue interests outside their normal employment. This article reports the results of qualitative research conducted on 16 workers who completed a selfÂfunded leave programme. SemiÂstructured interviews were used to explore participants’ motivations to enrol in the selfÂfunded leave programme, how the leave contributed to workÂlife balance through development of nonÂwork life roles, and difficulties that arose during participation in the selfÂfunded leave programme. Results reveal that participants did use self funded leave to improve their workÂlife balance and augment other lifeÂroles. However, unpredicted events influenced how the leave time was actually used, which was often different from original plans and goals. Adult transition theory is used to conceptualize the process of participating in selfÂfunded leave and to suggest how employees who undertake selfÂfunded leave can be best supported by employers.
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