1. A temporary halt or suspension of career advancement, promotions, or salary increases, typically implemented by an organization during economic downturns or financial constraints
The company announced a career freeze due to budget cuts and will not be promoting employees this year.
A empresa anunciou um congelamento de carreira devido aos cortes orçamentários e não promoverá funcionários este ano.
2. A period during which an individual voluntarily or involuntarily pauses professional growth and development
She decided to take a career freeze to focus on raising her children.
Ela decidiu fazer uma pausa na carreira para se dedicar à criação de seus filhos.