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I work for someone who I helped promote years ago and love it. Back then I announced we would all work for him one day. It’s amazing. I was a fierce advocate for him then, he’s now one for me today. We are at different points in our lives, but I don’t think that’s a bad thing. He’s an amazing boss - challenging and very fair.
That’s great and I don’t mind the difference in age other than navigating how to help those who have not been here before to understand. At 35 I would not get what I’d feel like in 25 yrs. A lot happens!
My observation and experience is the most dangerous types are males in their mid-30’s in leadership or near leadership roles. They’ve had enough success to believe they know best but not enough failure to humble them. Also, they can taste partnership and have enough energy to burn anyone that they perceive as competition in their way. Treat them carefully.
I have seen a MC manager at 25-27 yo saying to the team… we need to stop crying and complaining and just get the work done.
Later telling me, they are lazy and not working hard enough…
That’s youth. Impressive 3 promotions in 3 years 2019-22
Me!
Nice to meet you!
You're not alone...
I find that the CFOs I work with are often over 50 and I am able to gain their confidence faster. The 30 something group marvels at this and asks how I do it. The magic is experience and trust. Thanks for weighing in Advisor 1.
Yes!
And, they often think we don’t know anything
This is true. As they try to tell you best practices. I laugh as my current boss was born when I started consulting.
Switch asap, join smaller firm that offers yoh a good work-life balance.
I did and that triggered this feeling.
Só you provided zero detail or context about the firm, role, etc. All you did was complain about someone that’s younger. I know at my firm, PA season has descended upon us for the 2nd time this fiscal and historically it’s a time to panic if you feel like you should. Also, we’ve promoted “homegrown talent” (I’m really emphasizing “talent” there) WAY earlier than most very large firms, so much so it became a problem on the market for the “talent” and “brand”.
I was just discussing with a friend tonight. The balance doesn’t exist. I’m mid 40s and there’s a huge difference in innovation, thought, creativity, and how organizations should be led between my micro-generation and that of those in their 50s. I also refuse to work FOR anyone that doesn’t have the experience and treats LI like their personal Insta
It’ll never be perfect. Find a place you enjoy the team you work with and agrees to your boundaries if that’s what matters. I’m not looking to coast but to create my path I guess.
I’m not complaining. Just trying to figure out how to navigate the almost 60 year old working with mid 30s. I’m in a small boutique firm after leaving a large one where WLB was actually easier with formal firm programs. I just had a leader there with their own issues that was effecting all the team with substantial departure occurring. Since you’re mid 40s you won’t yet understand what 15-20 year age differences feel like. That’s why I asked for over 50 maybe should have said pushing 60. Because at this phase you are contemplating your next level for 5-7 yrs or coast to the end.
Work your age and wage.