Before you submit your performance review, make sure it gives your manager an undeniable case for the raise or promotion you want. There’s nobody clockin’ all of this for you. People may be paying very close attention to your fails and missteps, but there probably isn’t anybody watching your every move to document all the cool things you’ve done so you can be celebrated. Documenting those accomplishments is your responsibility as a professional, and it’s some of the most impo

Now is a great time to pause and think about where you are professionally. Consider these scenarios: First: you like your job and the...