Now’s the time to understand the seasonality of Corporate America — that each quarter in Corporate America has its own vibe, whether it’s a winning locker room with money to burn, a budget wasteland full of layoffs, or something in between.

What does this mean to you? To every quarter there is a season… A time to hire, a time to fire. A time to spend, a time to save. A time to take your PTO, and a time to… hella not.

In this episode, Vanessa & Holland break down what to watch for in each quarter, in order to get the most out of your job, your career, and Corporate America.

Welcome to Ask Your Work Wife, a new podcast where Vanessa & Holland answer your real questions about real work in corporate America. Covering topics from quitting to interviewing to negotiating to resumes and meetings. It’s about knowing the rules of the game so you can get what you want.

Email us your questions at [email protected] and listen for a new episode every Wednesday. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram at @askyourworkwife!