As we finish out the 4th of July week, I started to consider what is ‘freedom’ when it comes to the workplace. Fundamentally, it comes down to embracing our humanity at work and being able to bring our true self to work.
Reorgs don’t hurt careers because the work changed. They hurt careers because the story around the work changed. High performers often get sidelined when they assume their reputation, relationships, & priorities automatically transfer to the new org
Are you a high-achiever who is bored and unfulfilled? I get it. I was in the same place ten years ago. One of the challenges we face as high-achievers is we become bored with the status quo. We want to be learning and growing.
As a career coach to formal and informal tech leaders, one of the most damaging things you can do as part of your career is to stay when you are comfortable yet bored. If you are fabulous at your job, but you are not challenged, you need to start looking at alternatives.
As my work as a product manager, I have seen so many different visions and products go from idea to a fabulous product. There is so much inspiration in the world of technology. There is nothing more enjoyable than sitting in a conference room with a bunch of sticky notes brainstorming.
One of the keys to leveling up to a leadership role within product management is executive presence.
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