the biggest shift is in that being a manager is completely different role! With my previous employer I got the opportunity to lead a small team of 5 designers. Although my title was Sr. UI designer, I felt more like manager - it was more about dealing with people, consulting and less about actual designing. It is something a lot of people don't notice when they apply for a leading / managing role.
So here are my 2 cents: Always have the right expectations and know what you want to do in your life.
Hi Guillermo,
the biggest shift is in that being a manager is completely different role! With my previous employer I got the opportunity to lead a small team of 5 designers. Although my title was Sr. UI designer, I felt more like manager - it was more about dealing with people, consulting and less about actual designing. It is something a lot of people don't notice when they apply for a leading / managing role.
So here are my 2 cents: Always have the right expectations and know what you want to do in your life.