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Technical Management
Technical Management
Foundation
Transitioning from ‘individual contributor’ to ‘technical consultant’
As in your early career, be a ‘sponge’ to learning, log experience miles, and ask questions
Influence and consult on the procedures, tactics, and approaches to your unit / division’s work
Stay abreast of industry trends and continue to build your insurance expertise
Consider how you can engage and contribute to the broader industry
Emerging
Serving as a trusted advisor and role model to your colleagues
Grow more comfortable with providing operational support / advice
Provide advice across different product lines or offer guidance from your unit / division on a cross-functional level
Develop solutions drive outcomes for your department / organization forward
Consider engaging the industry in ways that continue to build your technical competency (eg. participate in research / panels, task force or curriculum review, etc.)
Established
Forming technical policy, leading key projects, supporting development of your colleagues, and strategic leadership
Hone in on self-awareness to support continued development
Check your team’s work against the direction / vision of the organization to inform your decisions
Consider senior leadership / executive positions in your industry engagement and volunteer endeavours (eg. national council / board of governors, President of your professional association, etc.)