Been a strategy SM for 5 years now and looking to exit. Looking for Sr director roles in the industry but getting pushback on lack of deep operational experience. Director level ok? Thoughts?

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I would not exit at the director level. Comp is not in line with what I need. If I were you I would look for roles in the strategy org where you can gain ops experience but your strategy experience will be valued.

Obviously your comp requirements might be different than mine.

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Then I would go

Take the step down, suck it up and then accelerate back up after 12-18 months.

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Sadly so do I. We’ve tightened our belts - saved a lot as I was looking to exit and then have downgraded our lifestyle whilst I establish myself. Not going to lie - it’s hard. But at the same time I am building a good rep at my new industry company and after less than a year being considered for some substantial P&L ownership roles. It’s been humbling to go to industry, but by approaching it as a ‘I need to prove myself again’ I feel like I’m in a better long-term position.

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Would the Director level be a significant pay cut?

No it’s the same

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