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None of which is "becoming a CEO". I've done exactly what you spell out more than once and have an awesome career. But when it came to the times I was conside
by kjs3 7y ago
None of which is "becoming a CEO".
I've done exactly what you spell out more than once and have an awesome career. But when it came to the times I was considered for the Big Seat the end-game always ended with someone saying "awesome job building this thing...now we're going to bring in someone way more connected/notable/presentable than you". If you're lucky they don't ask you to resign to make room.
- harryh 7y agoYa, things definitely get more complicated the closer you get to the top. It's also important to remember: What Got You Here Won't Get You There[1]. The next job up often isn't "the same job but better" but instead "a whole new job." 1. A book title. If it wasn't obvious.
- kjs3 7y agoThe next job up often isn't "the same job but better" but instead "a whole new job." Very astute. I had a great manager when I moved from single-contributor to team manager who said something just like this...this job is nothing like your old job.