It's not just about getting a new title or a bigger paycheck. It's really about whether you have the right environment to actually grow into being a manager.

The journey is pretty typical — almost like a rite of passage.
First, you'll feel like there’s never enough time.

Then you’ll start thinking, "Ugh, I have no one to delegate to"
When they finally hire people for your team, you might be like, "Great... but why are they all so hopeless?"

And even when you do delegate, you’re constantly stressed, worrying they’re gonna screw it up. Deep down you’re thinking, "If I just had time to do it myself, it’d be perfect."
But guess what? You don’t have the time anymore.
And when mistakes happen — which they will — you’re the one who gets roasted for it, not them.

It’s tough, but honestly, it's all part of growing into the role. I believe every manager has walked this same bumpy road.