What’s the right job for you?

While the economy has still not recovered and the unemployment rate is rising, there are jobs to be had in the tech sector - especially in the Silicon Valley. However, for those of us in this still seemingly booming sector, finding the right career still isn’t easy. In looking at what’s available today, I mostly see manager level positions filled with tactical responsibilities, or very high level strategic roles. What’s the right one for you? It clearly depends on your level and years of experience, but it’s also about not settling. For example, a director-level person may look at a manager or senior manager job due to the economic climate. But will your day be filled with tactics you never thought you’d have to do again? For a VP coming from a large organization into a small start-up, the job may include more tactical execution due to lack of resources. I think it’s important to be true to yourself no matter the economy because it will turn around and there’s nothing worse than feeling stuck in a job that isn’t right for you. I’ve been there, done that and trust me, it’s not worth it.