by Jennifer A. Grady, Esq. Everyone wants a raise, but not everyone gets one.  Earning a promotion often coveted, but not always achieved.  In order to achieve a raise or promotion this year, you need to think about what sets you apart from the competition and puts you in good graces with your employer. In order to obtain a raise or promotion, frame your thinking in terms of what value you bring to your employer.  Rather than tell your boss you want a raise because you need m

by Jennifer A. Grady, Esq. Now that January has come to an end, you know by now whether you are on your way to achieving your New Year’s resolutions, or whether they are already a thing of the past.  Life happens.  You’re busy.  We’ve all been there.  But if you want to achieve your goals, you have to keep them active in your mind and on your calendar. If “making more money” is one of your goals for this year, determine what “more money” means to you.  Then identify how to ob

by Jennifer A. Grady, Esq. Why do we dread New Year’s resolutions? Because they remind us of the goals we never achieved? That we are one year older?  Or maybe because we set the same vague, non-serious goal every year, and hope that this year will be the one we magically achieve it...only to abandon the entire idea before January is over? For those of you who identify with this struggle, I have some good news and some bad news. Let’s start with the bad news first: you will n

by Jennifer A. Grady, Esq. Now that 2013 is coming to an end, it’s time to reflect on the last year.  Did you achieve the goals you established for yourself?  If not, did you come close, or totally miss the mark?  The best part about the New Year is that you can leave behind the bad parts about 2013, and focus on getting it right next year. If you notice, the gym is always crowded in January with people who resolve to achieve their fitness goals.  But how long does this last?