I saw a guy I went to college with get promoted to Director while I’m still grinding out V-lookups and pls fix comments. I know I shouldn't compare my bts to someone else’s highlight reel, but seeing people younger than me hitting these massive milestones makes me feel like I’m stuck in career quicksand. How do I figure out why I’m falling behind? Should I take a different role for some title inflation?

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Been there… In a few years a lot can change! (It did for me!)
Give yourself time and grace. There is nothing wrong with looking for new opps and using this feeling as your fuel but do not let this possess you.

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Comparison is the thief of joy

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Sometimes it’s just who you know. I’ve seen classmates making there way into some of those roles too. They had charisma and great work ethic back then I bet they still do. Put yourself out there, network internal & external. 

If you’re still using formulas try some power query to automate your repetitive reports. Figure out how to automate your skill stacks. Learn some AI. It will give you the bandwidth to attend every town hall and start reaching out to senior leaders leaps ahead.

All those 3 - 4 levels up leaders love to talk about how they got where they are. Build a connection and ask them to keep you in mind or just pick their brain for 30 mins. For really high up the food chain you might have to wait a quarter before you can get a calendar spot. Every time I’ve done it it’s lead to education, introductions, and opportunities.

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