Ep #246: Should You Go For a Higher Title Or "Settle" For a Lateral Move?

Are you stuck choosing between going for that shiny new title or “settling” for a lateral move? This is a question I hear from my clients all the time—and for good reason. On one hand, your title matters. And landing the high-level title you deserve matters, too. It’s how you elevate your resume and be recognized for the corporate badass leader you are becoming. But on the other hand, sometimes being too rigid about titles can stifle your career. A lateral move might actually lead to bigger, better opportunities at better-fit organizations where you can actually get promoted faster. So, how do you decide? In this episode of Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer, I’ll help you weigh the pros and cons of both options. We’ll talk through real-life examples, personal stories, and the strategic questions you should ask yourself to make the best decision for your career. And if you’re torn between taking a smaller step up when you're aiming for a skip-level role, or wondering if switching to a different-sized organization is the right move, this episode will help you get clear on those choices, too.

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