Always cringe a little when managers say most people aren’t “up to the challenge” of a management job.

As if it was purely a matter of will or effort. Or some other nonsense.

Leaping into any new role is hard and will often fail without a strong support system.

This “manager hero” perspective is a signal that the company doesn’t adequately support people moving into management roles.

Which, ironically, are often the same companies that only have meaningful career paths through management.

Here's a great thread about management and leadership that touches on the many things you'll be expected to do...without much help or guidance.

Hopefully it's clear that this isn't an extension of a "contributor" role. It's a completely different role. https://twitter.com/ryanrumsey/status/1338847695268614144