Episode 125: Ask Sooner, Not Later: What I Wish I Knew About My First Contract

If you've ever looked back at your first job and thought, “Wait… I could’ve asked for that?”—this one's for you.

In this episode of the “Year One Debrief” series, I’m sharing what I didn't know when I signed my first contract (and what I wish someone had told me). I had no idea how much was actually negotiable—or how much I was allowed to want.

We’ll get into:

• Why “better than residency” is way too low a bar.

• The sneaky trap of trying to earn ease.

• What happens when you renegotiate mid-contract (yes, it’s possible).

• And how to start asking for what you need now—not at your next job.

Whether you’re job-hunting or already signed, this is your reminder that your contract isn't set in stone—and you don’t need permission to ask for better.

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