Job titles are a necessary evil in organisations that fit the Red-Amber-Orange classifications of Laloux. I think when you get closer to Green and Teal they are no longer an indicator of status. I’m not a fan of Laloux, to be clear, but I recognise the typology. After 42 years of experience in the workforce I am now classified as an intern. This gives me tremendous flexibility to both learn and share my knowledge.
Don’t obsess with job titles, find an organisation that values you for who you are.
If you have to choose between overall compensation and title? which one are you going to choose?
Job titles are a necessary evil in organisations that fit the Red-Amber-Orange classifications of Laloux. I think when you get closer to Green and Teal they are no longer an indicator of status. I’m not a fan of Laloux, to be clear, but I recognise the typology. After 42 years of experience in the workforce I am now classified as an intern. This gives me tremendous flexibility to both learn and share my knowledge.
Don’t obsess with job titles, find an organisation that values you for who you are.
Nice overview of how job titles, as broader level constructs, are applied across various scenarios.
I liked the balance in your post where you introduced the importance of Job titles without the overly obsession that might be problematic. Great post.
Job titles/levels can be helpful personally measuring your growth over time as well, I think of it as a guiding star, not to obsess over it too much!
Also, thanks for the callout 🫸 🫷 <- that's a high-five lol.