Your Career Journey Isn't Linear- Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing
Feeling stuck or taking a career detour? Tayla Kneller explains how nonlinear paths can unlock growth and new opportunities.
5 minutes
18th of September, 2025
Career Plateau? It’s a Signal for Growth, Not Failure
Hitting a career plateau can feel like you've gone off track. You might notice "less curiosity, less passion, just going through the motions". But as Change Manager Tayla Kneller explains, this feeling isn't a sign of failure. Instead, think of it as a signal that "something needs to change". It's a natural part of any career journey and an indicator that you're ready for the next step.
A plateau means something needs to shift.
From Career Plateau to Career Growth: Turn Stagnation Into a Launchpad
The key is to reframe your mindset and use that feeling as fuel. A career plateau doesn't have to be an endpoint; it can be the perfect starting block for your next move.
According to Tayla, this is where the real development happens. She says that,"When the zigzags happen, that's when the most growth will happen to you. So, what can you do?" and, Tayla suggests it might be time to "have a conversation with your manager, take on a new challenge".
At the end of the day, it's not about achieving a perfect, linear career but about building a meaningful one.
A plateau isn't the end, rather it's a launchpad for change.
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