Hey! I Want Your Job!

When someone is recognized for being great at their job they get promoted, and up and up the chain they move.  We don't stop and consider nearly enough that just because someone is FANTASTIC at their current role it doesn't mean that they would be similarly skilled at people management.  It's a totally different skill set.  A completely different focus, and (most importantly) often a different kind of person.  Chris Clements not only acknowledges but embraces this.  He's a leader in technology, but has managed to draw lines in his career around not needing to be a people manager.  Subject matter expert - yes.  Business systems guru - you bet.  Technologist capable of blue printing solutions to your most complex corporate issues - heck yeah!  Devoted servant-leader who thrives by empowering his time - nope.  No thank you.  As few direct reports as possible.

For all those out there thinking how much they love their work but are worried about making the leap to management.  For all those who have suffered under terrible leadership who might have been great technically but should NEVER have been put in charge of people Chris Clements is your guy.  Not all heroes wear capes.  Sometimes they just say "no thanks".

If you're excited by Chris's awesomeness and want reach out here's where to find him:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-clements-b439677/

Hey! I Want Your Job is sponsored by the resume and career experts at O&H Consulting. Find out more about O&H's services at: https://www.oandhconsulting.com/.  This week's episode is hosted by Michele Olivier.