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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 20 MIN

316 Career Plateauing

from Workplace Psychology with Dr. Martha Grajdek · host Martha Grajdek, PhD, MBA

Career Plateauing: When Growth Stalls and Motivation DropsIn this episode, Dr. Grajdek reframes career plateaus as signals, not failures. She breaks down the three common forms of career plateaus and discusses the psychological costs of plateauing. Dr. Grajdek explains why impulsive exits or novelty-chasing can backfire, as she offers better options, such as building a “career lattice” through adjacent skills, lateral moves, internal projects, and targeted stretch assignments. Moreover, she discusses the importance of both mentorship and sponsorship at the workplace along with their relevance in one’s career. Finally, Dr. Grajdek offers best practices for organizations. Tune in to learn more.   Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ The Stress Solution: Your Blueprint For Stress Management Masteryhttps://a.co/d/07xAdo7l

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