Among engineers generally, the most common form of ambition-the one made most socially acceptable-has been the desire to become a manager. If you don't become one by a certain age, then in the eyes of many of your peers you become a failure. Among computer engineers, I think, the wish to manage must be a virtual instinct.
In the engineering field, particularly among computer engineers, there is a prevalent ambition to ascend to management roles. This ambition is often viewed as a societal norm, leading many engineers to pursue these positions as a measure of success. Failing to achieve a management role by a certain age can lead to perceptions of inadequacy among peers.
This instinct to seek management positions reflects a broader culture within engineering disciplines where leadership roles are highly valued. The desire to manage seems ingrained in computer engineers, highlighting a pressure to conform to these expectations in their professional journeys.
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