To be prepared, you don't have to be a boy or girl scout.

We learn from an early age that there are some things you need to know before you go. It's mostly research, but sometimes, it requires us to go deeper, depending on the situation. Inflation and its effect on your standard of living, salary expectations, opportunities for promotion, and a company's plan for the future are just a few things you should know before you go.

Tip That Scale co-hosts are Nichole Wesson and Amit (AJ) Modi.