Want to be a manager but am I too young?

Apply for a manager role

I've seen people with 1-2 yoe as people manager. It is weird but possible. You can try applying to manager positions.

Once you're the top seller at your kiosk, you can apply to be assistant to the regional manager.

Do you ever talk to your manager about career progression? If you are comfortable then ask him/her what steps you can take. Usually it’s easier to start in the same company.

Also, manager title doesn’t mean much. I’ve met managers who don’t manage any people. I’ve met directors who don’t either. Depends on company and role

Don’t know about T-Mobile, but FB has manager training courses. Worth taking even if you don’t become a manager (learn how managers are trained, taught to think, and their systems for dealing with reports — all useful info)

Don't just try to become a manager without proper training or understanding what is it to be a good manager. I have seen young managers but there are somethings you only learn with experience.

You have to meet the minimum requirements in the job posting

Find opportunities to lead and demonstrate your leadership skills. You don’t have to be a formal manager to “manage.” Demonstrate your ability to lead projects, and to guide and mentor other more junior people on your team. Basically manage your way from your current role into the manager role you want to be in. Work with your manager to identify your blind spots, and to find ways to close the gaps from where you’re at to where you want to be.

Why do you want to be a manager? Don’t wanna do anything and still want to get paid?