Spring Clean Your Finances

Spring is not only a great time to put away the winter clothes and deep clean the house. It is also a good time to check in on your finances. Remember those beginning of the year goals like saving more, meal prepping and going to the gym (which by now may have tapered off)? This time of year is great to spring clean your financial goals and set yourself up for success the rest of the year.

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What to Do with a Signing Bonus

You've worked your butt off, passed all your board and licensing exams, graduated and landed your dream job. What could be better than landing your dream job and receiving a signing bonus also? According to a 2016 research publication by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, 52% of employers plan to offer signing bonuses to new graduates.

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Social Media Blunders that Will Hurt a Young Doc's Career

Social media has become part of the every day life for most people. Whether it's Facebook, Instagram, twitter, LinkedIn or snapchat, it's where we communicate with friends, family, our potential patients/clients/customers and so we end up sharing a lot on these platforms. It's also where job recruiters, employers and, yes patients/clients/customers go to find you for whatever their reason.  So, when does sharing become too much? 

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Get Your Finances In Order: The Basics

It's the start of a new year and with it comes the need to plan for the year ahead. This is the season for resolutions! So while you make your goals to lose weight, start that new diet, travel more and live your best life, one thing you should include is to become more fiscally responsible. It's time to get your finances in order.

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Contracts: Questions To Ask Before Signing an Associate Agreement

Your first associate contract is a major milestone in your new career but it can be a pretty intimidating process. It is important to have a lawyer review your contract with you and there are some key questions to ask and keep in mind even before you hire one

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What I Learned In My First Year of Being an Associate Doctor

Some of us go straight to owning our own practices straight out of residency, and others, for various reasons decide to embark on associateship before venturing into practice ownership. I am one of those "others." I decided to gain a few years of "experience" before taking the plunge into being the boss and just like with anything else I've learned some valuable lessons along the way.

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The UnOrthoDoc's 2017 Holiday Gift Guide

It's the most wonderful time of the year! I love the holiday season and all it's festivities. The holidays mean family time, eating, shopping, gift giving and receiving, parades, holiday parties, cozying up in front of the fire place with hot chocolate in hand and staying in PJ's all day. It truly is magical!

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