Hey everyone, i need some advice. So I was recently offered a job at another consulting firm, but the person they want me reporting to has almost the same if not less experience than I do. Furthermore, this person specializes in work that I am not interested in (PM/QA). I'm more of a technical consultant. They want me to meet this person soon. Would it be risky or disrespectful to ask for a different manager? What is the best way to approach this situation? TIA

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Yeah, I agree with A1. I’d approach from the standpoint of being the right fit for the role versus asking for a manager. However, you need to be ready to pass on the job.

Just depends on what’s important to you. If you really want to ensure you get the job, i wouldn’t say anything. Suck it up for a year and then try to move once you’re in.

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Don’t fall into cognitive distortions. Do your part, don’t worry about somebody else’s.

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PS - should I meet with this person before potentially asking for a different manager?

Just pass on the role or mention that you’re more interested in different work.

A1 has the right answer. Very bad idea.

Get over yourself and meet with the person. Experience isn’t everything

Ask for a different role, not a different manager.

It’s not the person you seem to have an issue with, it’s the work.

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