Career Roadmap & Promotion Strategy

Matt Manuel

with Matt Manuel

Career growth rarely happens by accident. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you build a clearer roadmap for where you want to go next and how to get there. … Read more

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Matt Manuel

Matt Manuel

VP of Engineering at Cognitive3D

$119 one session
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About this session

Career growth rarely happens by accident. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you build a clearer roadmap for where you want to go next and how to get there. Whether you are aiming for a promotion, preparing for a bigger role, or feeling stuck in your current position, this session helps you turn broad ambition into a practical career strategy.

You’ll work with an experienced mentor to define your next step, identify the skills and signals that matter, and create a plan for making progress inside your current company or beyond it. Together, you can assess your strengths, spot gaps, map out promotion criteria, and think through how to build visibility, ownership, and momentum over time. The goal is to leave with more clarity, better direction, and a concrete plan to move your career forward with intention.

Your mentor

I've guided my direct reports' careers for 30 years in technology and software development. Many of them have gone on to tremendous career success. Let's build a career plan to get you levelled up.

What mentees say

5.0 (9 reviews)
“Matt Manuel has been an exceptional mentor and coach, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. He has been instrumental in helping me navigate a challenging and often complex political climate within my current organiza…” “Matt Manuel has been an exceptional mentor and coach, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. He has been instrumental in helping me navigate a challenging and often complex political climate within my current organization, offering clear, grounded guidance that is both practical and thoughtful. His advice consistently balances realism with integrity, which has been invaluable as I work through difficult situations and decisions. What truly sets Matt apart is his ability to help you reflect deeply on who you want to be in your professional life. He doesn’t just offer surface-level advice—he asks the right questions and creates space for meaningful self-reflection. Through our conversations, he’s helped me better understand my values, strengths, and long-term goals, and how to actively align those with the kind of professional environment I want to be part of. That alignment has been a game-changer for me. Matt brings a rare combination of interpersonal insight, technical understanding, and managerial perspective. Whether the topic is people dynamics, career strategy, leadership challenges, or technical decision-making, his guidance is consistently salient, nuanced, and actionable. He has a strong ability to zoom out to the big picture while still offering concrete next steps. On top of all that, Matt has a great sense of humor, which makes even difficult conversations feel approachable and energizing. Mentorship with him is both impactful and genuinely enjoyable. If you’re looking for a mentor who will challenge you thoughtfully, support your growth, and help you navigate complexity with clarity and confidence—don’t sleep on Matt.”
Matthew

Matthew

Standard Plan · 6 months

“Matt is an absolute gem, and his passion for elevating others is a rarity. Over the past year, learning from him has transformed the way I think about the industry and work generally. He has a rare gift for providing fr…” “Matt is an absolute gem, and his passion for elevating others is a rarity. Over the past year, learning from him has transformed the way I think about the industry and work generally. He has a rare gift for providing fresh framings that cut through the noise, offering sharp insights with incredible care. Matt isn’t afraid to challenge you, but he always does so in a way that deepens your understanding and serves your growth. He is also highly accountable, constantly checking in to ensure your goals are being met. While his deep tech industry experience is a massive asset, the framings he teaches would bring immense value to anyone in any domain. Thank you, Matt!”
Omar

Omar

Lite Plan · 8 months

“Matt is a great mentor! The feedback he gives is precise and spot on! His unique insights helped understand the perspectives of a client, and set me on the right direction to continue iterating the product!”
Leyuan

Leyuan

Standard Plan · 7 months

“Matt is an excellent mentor, he is very kind and answered all our questions very well. Highly recommended. ”
Sandeep

Sandeep

Lite Plan · 1 month

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