Oxford defines 'plateua' as a "state or period of little or no change following a period of activity or progress".
Let's examine this word in the context of a hypotethical person, in early 30's, married with 2 young kids, mid-level position and a promising career plan in a multinational company. Given he/she has 3 lifestyles to choose from in order to 'get by' the platuea stage experienced by most mid-level managers. Options include;
Choice A. The Avid Learner: back to school to pursue Masteral, Doctorate studies. For most people, this is the upgrade ticket to senior management position. Without such extension on a person's name, career path and plan is going to be a hard sell. All done in the spirit of rekindling passion for learning 'new things'.
Choice B. The Busybody: continue busily toiling day in and day out in the corporate world, spending weekends ever expanding his corporate network. All in the hope that one day, senior mgmt would notice of his/her efforts and recognize, possibly promote, him/her.
Choice C: The Contented Cap: this is liberating. Imagine. Happily basking out there in sustaining commitments to the family. Perhaps a break to start a hobby, planning a retreat for the family. Or even starting a small business to 'fallback' on. Finally renewing commitment to his/her GOD to ensure his/her spiritual nourishment is in check sounds a fitting finale.
Well, for me, appears the choice C is imminent. Obviously I'm bent on "waiting on the Lord". Profound but true.
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