I’m curious, and being a bit cheeky in even posting in this group however, let me shoot. I’m 26, currently a senior project manager at a local authority. The reality is, I probably have another 2 moves job wise before I hit a ceiling - likely in the next 2-4 years. Ultimately, I want more! Both in terms of career satisfaction and earnings! I know my future isn’t in local gov, but I’m curious to hear advice you’d give to a 26 Y.O who wants to reach that exec level.

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