Managing A Career
I help you navigate the path to professional success. Whether you're a recent graduate still searching for your place or a seasoned professional with years of experience, the knowledge and insights I share can show you how to position yourself for growth and career advancement.
Dec. 2, 2025
Advancement isn’t about competence; it’s about story - MAC120
I was talking with someone last week who’s been in the same role for years. Smart person; dependable; someone who always gets things across the finish line. Their question hit me hard because I’ve heard it so many times befor...
Nov. 25, 2025
Actions To Take When A Storm Is Brewing - MAC119
This is one of the toughest job markets we’ve seen in a long time. Every week, it feels like another company is announcing sweeping layoffs and tightening their roster. In Episode 53 , I talked through what to do if you sudde...
Nov. 18, 2025
Performance and Potential - MAC118
Today we’re going to dig into a topic that confuses people at every level of the corporate ladder. You’ll hear about it in calibration meetings, in talent reviews, in leadership offsites. Sometimes it’s talked about openly; o...
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About the Host
Layne Robinson
I've been a software developer for multiple Fortune 500 companies and spent time in the software consultant world, too. The past few years, I made the transition to management and currently lead a team of over 40 developers across the globe. In my 30 years, one thing I've realized is that most managers spend the majority of their one-on-one time focused on project status and not on career development. It's usually left for the individual to figure out how to progress. I have found that I actually enjoy mentoring and coaching and my teams are consistently recognized as some of the top teams in the company.