Looking back, most of my career decisions weren’t big moments. They were small choices like saying yes, staying longer, taking on more.
Those added up more than any plan I had. It makes me wonder how intentional I’ve really been. Has your path been designed or just developed over time?

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It wasn't working too much that got me ahead, it was being friendly with the right people. Having a good rapport with my bosses, and being loud about my accomplishments has gotten me much further than I think long nights ever could have.

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Both. It’s been intentional behaviorally and serendipitous with opportunities. I used to make career plans, but I found that I consistently underestimated my growth potential, and I got the best results when I took calculated risks opportunistically.

The intentional behaviors included continuously working to build skills for the next level up, saying yes to opportunities, especially when they felt like they would stretch me, and of course being a top performer in my current role.

Great points. Thank you for the detailed answer.

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Little column a, little column b. I've always had a rough plan in mind, but I've also stumbled into my fair share of good luck along the way. I'm not quite where I want to be, but all in all I'm happy with my career to date.

I like this and i feel like this is my situation as well

Little things matter the most, but mostly even if you plan something well, it is not always that it will go as planned.

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Every place I’ve worked so far, if you take on more than you’re entitled to do, you won’t get compensation for it. Being a company man has never been lucrative, only abusive. I just got my first raise this year that was more than 3% and it was barely more. 3.5%. The only recognition you get is a pat on the back and maybe a “good job” if you’re lucky. Now, I even work more directly with the vice president of the company at times and still no glowing appreciation.

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