> but I’m inclined to think people that get into managerial positions are more social and that seems to come with an intrinsic need to be seen, recognized, and given some form of public accolades
I got into management because I like solving problems and I reached a point where solving purely technical problems is no longer what it takes to actually drive a product forward and improve things. The problems I try to solve now are more organizational so that dev teams can actually reach that creative state where they are talking with the customer directly and engaged in the overall process. I'm an introvert. The face time and accolades are draining, but it's important work that you've got to be in a leadership position to take on effectively.
I got into management because I like solving problems and I reached a point where solving purely technical problems is no longer what it takes to actually drive a product forward and improve things. The problems I try to solve now are more organizational so that dev teams can actually reach that creative state where they are talking with the customer directly and engaged in the overall process. I'm an introvert. The face time and accolades are draining, but it's important work that you've got to be in a leadership position to take on effectively.