Which of the following fits the definition of a career plateau?
A) Someone wants to continue to move up in the organization but has been in the same position for several years.
B) Someone wants to make a lateral transfer to another department to learn new skills.
C) Someone takes an international transfer to gain more organizational experience even though the position is about the same.
D) Someone takes the same position at another company because it pays more.

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A career plateau occurs when an individual has been in the same position for several years without moving up in the organization, despite their desire to do so. This situation reflects a lack of upward mobility, which is the essence of a career plateau. Choices B, C, and D involve changes that could lead to skill development, new experiences, or increased compensation, and do not necessarily indicate a plateau.

Which of the Following Fits the Definition of a Career