How I Got into People Management at Google
On my first day at Google, I quickly learned that the freedom to create your own path wasn't just talk—it was the real deal. But with...
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Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Mar 177 min read
Peacock vs. Crane: Redefining Success Beyond Visibility at the Workplace
Roughly a dozen years ago, my then-manager complimented my work but noted my career advancement hinged on improving my "visibility."...
Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Dec 14, 20238 min read
The Career Kaleidoscope & the Art of Portfolio Diversification (a.k.a. Musings on Portfolio Careers)
My upbringing was in a household that lived and breathed the virtues of a stable job, consistency, and diligent work - principles deeply...
Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Oct 22, 20237 min read
Navigating Toxic Workplaces: A New Manager's Story of Transformation
When my coachee, a talented tech professional with a stellar track record, stepped into her new role as a manager at the global tech...
Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Sep 27, 20234 min read
From IC to Manager: Showcasing Your Leadership Potential on Your CV
Last week I wrote about 10 Common Pitfalls Individual Contributors Must Avoid in Management Job Interviews and received some great...
Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Sep 21, 202310 min read
10 Common Pitfalls Individual Contributors Must Avoid in Management Job Interviews
I have the great privilege of coaching a remarkable individual contributor—a tech veteran with nearly a decade of dedicated service at...
Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Sep 1, 20236 min read
Embracing Mini-Retirements: A Path to Rejuvenation and Fulfillment
My husband, kids, and I recently spent a wonderful summer in Turkey, primarily in Istanbul at our family's apartment complex. This gated...
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