career path

Meaning

This phrase refers to the sequence of jobs, roles, or promotions that help an individual progress toward their long-term professional goals. It implies planned growth and development within a specific industry or company. The tone is neutral and highly relevant for interviews and performance reviews.

Examples

• Choosing the right career path can be challenging when you have many interests.

  Choosing the right career path can be challenging when you have many interests.

• She decided to change her career path from marketing to software engineering.

  She decided to change her career path from marketing to software engineering.

• Our company offers clear career paths for employees who want to grow.

  Our company offers clear career paths for employees who want to grow.

• It is helpful to discuss your career path with a mentor.

  It is helpful to discuss your career path with a mentor.

• I am looking for a job that aligns with my long-term career path.

  I am looking for a job that aligns with my long-term career path.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ I want to change my career way.

  ✓ I want to change my career path.

  'Career path' is a fixed collocation in English; 'career way' is not a natural expression.

• ✗ What is your professional road?

  ✓ What is your career path?

  While 'road' is a metaphor for a journey, 'career path' is the standard professional term used in business.

Related Expressions

Practice

• She is trying to decide on a ___ after graduating from university.

  💡 A sequence of jobs leading to professional goals.

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  career path

• Many employees stay at this company because it offers a clear ___.

  💡 Opportunities for promotion and growth over time.

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  career path