I feel a little stagnant in my current role but love my company.

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May 6,2023 at 4:34AM UTC

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I feel a little stagnant in my current role but love my company. I've reached out for a mentor in another department to learn more about different areas. What's the best way to communicate to my boss that I am still committed to my role but that I'd like to potentially work in another department? As a note, I have great leaders.

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AnonymousMay 6,2023 at 2:01PM UTC
I was in a similar situation— does your boss know that you want to grow in your career? If you are happy with your department, why not have a conversation with your boss that you are seeking more opportunities. Better yet, if you have identified projects that can satisfy your goals/interests, why not share them with him/her.
If there truly are no opportunities to pursue (and your boss hasn’t taken any steps to work with you), it should not come as a surprise when you ultimately go to another department— you essentially gave him/her fair warning.
AnonymousMay 6,2023 at 6:08PM UTC
Thanks, I have but not recently. I'll definitely revisit it with them.
Debra SesholtzMay 6,2023 at 11:58PM UTC
It’s great initiative learning more about other areas of the company. You should have a conversation with your boss letting them know you want to grow in your role and with the company. Ask them if they see a path for you to do this and if they’ll help put a development plan in place for you to achieve this. If they are not receptive, you’ll know where you stand growing under their management. If they can’t help you, maybe your mentor can help.
AnonymousMay 12,2023 at 2:03AM UTC
I appreciate the advice and that makes sense, thank you!
Audrey KirschMay 7,2023 at 3:36PM UTC
Having great leadership doesn’t always translate into change or growth. I’ve expressed a desire to grow within the company. I have a couple of areas where I know that I could make a positive impact. My bosses while good listeners and very empathetic, have done zero towards helping my advancement or growth. Continue to network with other areas and make it clear that you’re open to change and growth. That will put you on the front of everyone’s mind if they have an opportunity come up.
AnonymousMay 12,2023 at 2:03AM UTC
That's a great idea and I agree, thanks!
AnonymousMay 7,2023 at 5:48PM UTC
I think you should talk about your career path in the organization and come to them with a plan for the things you want to learn and gain professionally. Ask them for some stretch goals and be sure to tell them that you are not looking outside of the company but want to be more impactful either in or out of their department.
AnonymousMay 12,2023 at 2:02AM UTC
That sounds great, thanks!