Career Growth in a Company of One

In a traditional company, career growth is often seen as a linear path up the corporate ladder. You start as a junior employee, get promoted to a management position, and so on.

But what about a _Company of One, where there is no ladder to climb? How do you grow your career in a company that doesn't grow?

Career growth in a company of one is not about titles or promotions. It's about increasing your scope of influence and your level of ownership.

Scope of influence refers to the impact you have on your team, your company, and your industry. You can increase your scope of influence by:

• Deepening your expertise. The more you know, the more valuable you become.
• Sharing your knowledge. By mentoring others and speaking at events, you can establish yourself as a thought leader in your field.
• Taking on more responsibility. As you prove yourself, you will be given more opportunities to make a difference.

Level of ownership refers to the amount of responsibility you have for a project or a discipline. You can increase your level of ownership by:

• Moving from tasks to projects. Instead of just completing tasks, you can take ownership of entire projects.
• Moving from projects to disciplines. As you gain experience, you can take ownership of an entire discipline, such as marketing or engineering.

This model of career growth allows you to continue to grow and develop your skills, without having to move into a management position. It's a more flexible and fulfilling way to build a career, and it's perfectly suited to the company of one.