You know in 1983 when I started my career it never
was a thought of being the boss. Over time I did begin
thinking of it. Well careful what you wish for.......
The last 10 years of being over my department really
has been an eye opener. I never thought there would
be the level of stress and aggravation that goes with
the job. Employees don't see the kinda stuff that we
have to go through or deal with.
It's one hell of a wake up call when someone realizes just what the "boss" actually goes through. I didn't actively seek the position in asscrapistan. Let's just say those above me felt I was qualified to do the job and they said go do it. The more I succeeded at the mission the more responsibility they placed upon me. By the time I finished my 18th month there I was effectively running 3 separate shops and still managed over 75 personnel.
Last spring my current manager asked me to take on more of a leadership role here and I asked him to give me some time to be more proficient on the business aspect. The tech stuff is easy compared to what I still need to learn. This really puts me on the opposite end of the spectrum from the others in this line of work. Technically the position requires a college degree but 2 years ago the upper management waived that requirement in order to hire me. Over that period of time I have on multiple occasions demonstrated my worth to the company but I have also realized what my short comings are and where I need to improve. That is what really good managers are for and I am fortunate enough to have a great manager.
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