Check out the full Episode 54 that addresses the listener question about whether it’s possible to change industries without taking a big step back in your career.
There are many reasons why someone may want to change industries, from job stability to complexity, and from feeling like you’re hit a dead-end to wanting a more fulfilling role in an industry that speaks more to your personal values.
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Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about career development amidst budget cuts and organizational uncertainty. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and creativity in navigating these challenges and provides practical strategies for self-development without a formal budget. Christa also highlights the need for clarity in communication regarding promotions and development plans, encouraging listeners to seek out free re…
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
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Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concerns about transitioning to a different industry. She emphasizes the importance of identifying transferable skills, understanding the current and desired future state, and the potential need for further education or experience. Christa also discusses the significance of mindset in navigating career changes and provides resources to assist in the transition process.
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Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
Visit my sho…
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
Visit my sho…
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concern about career growth when their manager seems stuck, worried that the listener will become stuck, too. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-directed growth, exploring opportunities both within and outside the organization, and understanding the role of company culture in supporting employee development. Christa provides actionable advice on how to navigate these challenges and take contro…
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Check out the full Episode 50 that addresses the listener question about what their next career step should be.
The good news is there are plenty of resources to help you with this question. The bad news it there are plenty of resources to help you with this question!!!
I offer two points for perspective then three additional resources that will help get you on the right track so you don’t have to browse through everything.
Speaking of browsing—visit my show’s websi…
Summary
In this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses a common concern among professionals: lack of career growth if they opt-out of management roles. She emphasizes that career growth is possible without managing people, debunking the myth that management is the only path to advancement. The discussion includes insights on organizational structures, the importance of management skills for individual contributors, and resources for further career development. Christa encourages self-awareness …
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
Visit my sho…
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Check out the full Episode 50 that addresses the listener question about what their next career step should be.
The good news is there are plenty of resources to help you with this question. The bad news it there are plenty of resources to help you with this question!!!
I offer two points for perspective then three additional resources that will help get you on the right track so you don’t have to browse through everything.
Speaking of browsing—visit my show’s websi…
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is often talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and compe…
Check out the full Episode 50 that addresses the listener question about what their next career step should be.
The good news is there are plenty of resources to help you with this question. The bad news it there are plenty of resources to help you with this question!!!
I offer two points for perspective then three additional resources that will help get you on the right track so you don’t have to browse through everything.
Speaking of browsing—visit my show’s websi…
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenges and opportunities faced by middle managers in their career growth. She discusses the perception of middle management as a stagnant role and emphasizes the importance of viewing it as a strategic position within organizations that should be focused less on task management and more on performance management. Christa provides insights on how to navigate career paths, the significance of management training, and t…
Check out the full Episode 50 that addresses the listener question about what their next career step should be.
The good news is there are plenty of resources to help you with this question. The bad news it there are plenty of resources to help you with this question!!!
I offer two points for perspective then three additional resources that will help get you on the right track so you don’t have to browse through everything.
Speaking of browsing—visit my show’s websi…