The phrase "career rut" refers to a period when someone feels stuck or unsatisfied with their job, lacking any progress, growth, or fulfillment in their career. Full definition
This one from McMaster University via Coursera is focused more on career issues, and the topics covered sound like a top hits list of common work questions: «Mindshift teaches you essentials such as how to get the most out of online learning and MOOCs, how to seek out and work with mentors, the secrets to avoiding career ruts (and catastrophes) and general ruts in life, and insights such as the value of selective ignorance over general competence.» (inc.com)
And, if you're currently feeling stuck in a career rut yourself? (theeverygirl.com)
Their career ruts, their marital disputes and their underlying mutual love all rings true, making what could have been merely a wacky high - concept premise into a relationship's genuine and deeply felt cry for help. (thewrap.com)