How long does it typically take to go from senior to manager? Any tips for trying to work towards that goal?

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M&A is definitely not for the faint of heart. It took me about 18 months. Scraping and clawing all the way...LOL Who else?

It took me a solid 2 years to be a senior manager . I would suggest you to fulfill your responsibilities in time and perform the tasks delegated to you effectively . The rest is the time and it shall pass as well. Good luck!

Read the question. OP asked about timeframe from sr to manager, not whatever position you were in (presumably manager) to sr manager.

Sometimes it's not on you. I've been put up for manager twice now and this mid-year we didn't promote anyone. Not because there wasn't anyone ready, there was just "no spots". Don't equate your value by level.

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