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UKcareer / corporate ladder
/kəɹˈiə kˈɔːpəɹət lˈadə/
/kɚɹˈɪɹ kˈɔːɹpɚɹət lˈædɚ/career / corporate ladder
[PHRASE]1
the different levels of jobs and responsibilities that people can move up in their chosen profession as they gain more experience and skills
What is the origin of the idiom "career ladder" and when to use it?
The idiom "career ladder" is a metaphorical expression that compares a person's career progression to climbing a ladder. It has been in use in English since at least the mid-20th century. It is used to describe the steps or stages of career advancement within a profession or organization, where each step represents a higher level of responsibility, authority, or salary.