As a woman with a few years of experience in engineering I have often noticed that every team has a "Hero", as I have been one myself. The hero is usually identified as the hardworking, highly talented and knowledgeable team member.
Legacy is an inevitability in any business - systems that were once cutting edge naturally age, but still require careful maintenance. And although it’s important work, it can feel less rewarding than working on shiny new features.
Estimating projects is hard. Whether it's negotiating technical debt, understanding new requirements, or grappling with a lack of useful documents; the number of moving variables make it difficult to judge just how long a project will really take.
Have you ever wondered why you aren’t having a bigger impact at work? Why your colleagues aren't listening to your advice or why those next career opportunities aren't coming your way? Stop wondering and start influencing.