It’s year-end, and maybe you’re wondering: Is now the right time to ask for a raise? Here’s the truth: It’s not just  about the calendar. It’s about value . About alignment. About stepping into the next chapter of your career and life feeling clear, confident, and ready to advocate for yourself. Too many women wait for someone to notice. We hope our results speak for themselves. I know I did that a lot throughout my career.  But here’s what I learned along the way: You can’t