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It's better when a company endorses you for an MBA...

• jcadam 9y ago
  I worked for a large company that paid for my MBA, and then I was caught up in a mass layoff immediately after graduating. Strange. Still working as an individual contributor Software Engineer (albeit a well paid one) all these years later. Can't seem to land a lead position.
  • toomuchtodo 9y ago
    > Can't seem to land a lead position. Keep trying.
    • jcadam 9y ago
      I've known people who were promoted only when they threatened to quit. One was a relatively new hire - I couldn't believe it worked in her case (who demands a promotion/raise after 2 months on the job)? Hmm....
      • dagw 9y ago
        One thing I've learned far too late in my career is that it's amazing what you can actually get if you just go up to the right person and say you want it.