Choose someone you can learn from, someone who invests in people, and someone whose judgment and character you respect. Pick the right boss early, and your career tends to compound much faster.
Today I was asked with what advice I have to this years graduating class: Few people told me this when I was starting out, and even fewer stressed how much it matters: when choosing a job, the boss often matters more than the company.
A great manager can accelerate your growth, advocate for you behind closed doors, and open doors you didn’t even know existed. A bad one can make even the best brand miserable.
Companies shape your résumé. Bosses shape your trajectory.