So... I've been in the tech industry for almost a decade, and I love what I do. I've proven myself time and time again, 'exceeding expectations' and 'great leader'. But I feel like I'm hitting the ceiling and I can't figure out why.

Has anyone else been through this? How did you break through it? Are there specific strategies or resources that can help me advocate for myself? I'm open to any and all advice.

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What are you weakest at? What is the one thing people point out that you can improve. These are people who work with and know you. We can’t answer that part.

How good are you at getting your team promoted?

How good are you at promoting yourself?

Networking is about who knows you. How well do your engineering directors know you? Do you have 1:1 with them monthly?

Some of it may be a mindset thing - if we identify as a “high performer”, “exceeds expectations”, and other top qualities, we’re mentally wired to maintain what we’re good at, instead of looking for area we aren’t as proficient at and developing those skills.

I was in a similar boat—isn’t for everyone, but an EMBA and the coaching provided with it really helped me step up to the next level.

I would recommend that you find an internal Mentor up in your chain of command. Work with them to figure this out and then share your goals with them and your people manager. Then advocate, advocate for yourself!

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