Scott & Mark Learn To… Level Up: Navigating Career Growth in Microsoft
Show notes
In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich dive into the realities of career progression at Microsoft and in tech more broadly. They discuss the different paths engineers can take, whether through management, deep technical expertise, or individual innovation and the role that scope, impact, and even luck plays in promotions. Along the way, they reflect on the challenges of leveling, the importance of communication, and the balance between recognition, influence, and personal fulfillment in a long-term career.
Takeaways:
- Engineers can advance without becoming managers through individual contributions
- Communication and influence are critical for advancing to senior levels
- Promotions hinge on measurable business outcomes, not just effort or shipped work
Who are they?
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Produced by Hangar Studios