Protecting Your Cash Flow (Part 2): What Your Employment Contract Means for Your Income

Send us Fan MailYour paycheck is your biggest wealth-building asset—are you protecting it?In this episode, we continue our deep dive into protecting your income stream by unpacking something most high earners overlook until it’s too late: employment contracts.I’m joined by attorney Emily Catania, who breaks down what you actually need to understand before signing a job offer—and what to revisit if you’re already employed or worried about a potential layoff.We cover:What to look for (and question) in employment contracts beyond salaryHow benefits, retirement plans, and health insurance can make or break an offerNon-compete agreements: what’s enforceable, what’s negotiable, and what’s changingHow to use AI as a first pass to spot red flags in contractsWhat severance agreements really mean—and how much leverage you may still haveKey steps to take immediately if you’re laid off or worried about job lossWhy your financial advisor, CPA, and attorney should work togetherIf you’re a high earner with RSUs, growing family responsibilities, or career mobility on your mind, this episode will help you protect your earning power—and make smarter decisions before emotions take over.