What if your boss hesitates to promote you because there's no one else to fill your role? How can you make it easier for the organization to give you that next opportunity?   In this episode, we're delving into a vital aspect of career growth: succession planning. Just like interviews, succession planning is crucial for career advancement. We'll explore the three phases of career progression and what often keeps us stuck.   Join me as we discuss the mindset shift needed and three practical tips for effective succession planning. It's time to take responsibility for your career development and build your path to that next promotion.   Ready for more? Tune in to the Happy Engineer Podcast. Let's chat...   Listen now for these answers and more!   ============================   When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:   1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.   2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.   3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program for engineering leaders.   ============================   In this episode,    So press play and…    ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WE GROW BY WORD OF MOUTH   If you have received value from The Happy Engineer Podcast, would you help us pay it forward by SHARING this episode with another engineer?   Hit the SHARE button, or copy the episode URL and paste it into a text message or social media post!   Thank you for helping us grow the show.   ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube