Should You Make a Lateral Career Move? How to Decide
Leadership and management
Career Development
Career advancement isn't always a straight climb up. MIT SMR columnist Brian Elliott reveals how strategic sideways moves can unlock unexpected professional growth, challenging traditional career progression models. Drawing from his experiences at Google and Slack, Elliott offers insights into transforming lateral steps into powerful career catalysts, emphasizing adaptability, continuous learning, and the importance of breaking traditional career ladder constraints.
- Lateral Career Moves Benefits and Risks
- Career Development: Jungle Gym vs Ladder
- Impact of Changing Roles on Engagement and Burnout
- Benefits of Internal Mobility for Organizations
- Skill and Leadership Development
- Impact of Mentorship and Sponsorship
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