Career Asymtotes

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The idea that anyone can achieve anything they set their mind to in America is false, despite the country's opportunities.
Career growth is not perpetual; most people will reach a terminal level in their careers, which may come earlier than expected.
Differentiating between career plateaus (normal periods of stability) and career peaks (the highest level one will achieve) is crucial.
Setting realistic expectations about career progression can prevent long-term disappointment and dissatisfaction.
Promotions become less frequent as one advances in their career, with significant gaps between higher-level promotions.
Peaking early in one's career can lead to challenges in maintaining happiness and satisfaction over time.
Personal growth should be a lifelong pursuit, even if career promotions slow or stop.
Many engineers stall in their careers due to missing key factors like willingness, ability, opportunity, and performance.
Contentment with one's career peak is possible and can lead to greater happiness and tranquility.
Career levels are about compensation relative to peers, not a measure of personal worth.

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