Sometimes I wonder if the obsession with career growth is a trap. I’m good at what I do, but I don’t want to be a manager, and I’m tired of pretending that’s the goal. Is it OK to just want to be really solid in your role and not climb the ladder?

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Once you decide to stop progressing they will find a way to manage you out

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A lot of people at my company are like that. Good salary, benefits, and they’ve mastered their role. I think that’s more than most people can say.

Career growth is important early in career but it’s more important to take time to assess where you want to stop.

I’ve decided I’m okay not having tons of career growth. I’m at a very stable level with good WLB and I’m okay if I stay here for the next 10-15 years.

It kind of is in some aspects? It's a fine line honestly. You have to move up at a "normal" pace or other dangers start creeping out of the wood work like others have mentioned.

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