An under-reported pattern I see in larger Norwegian organizations: - Someone leaves for 8 months of maternity leave - Org hires a replacement with determined-

An under-reported pattern I see in larger Norwegian organizations: - Someone leaves for 8 months of maternity leave - Org hires a replacement with determined-end contract - Org loves this new person - New person also enjoyed their time in this position, made new contacts and learned new skills which they can leverage elsewhere - Org also now knows who to contact immediately when there is another opening or new full-time position A growing company or government office can absolutely benefit from the "overhead" of such extensive parental leave, it's just subtle.