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How Internal Lateral Moves Unlock Hidden Skills
Most internal transfers fail because employees view them as vertical ladders, but the real career capital often comes from lateral moves that force you to acquire entirely new functional skills. In this episode, we examine how a mid-level marketing manager at Salesforce shifted into product operations, and why acquiring adjacent capabilities like data analytics or supply chain logistics can be more valuable than a simple title bump. We break down the specific skill gaps that make lateral moves risky, the 'adjacent possible' framework for choosing your next role, and how to negotiate…
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