If you’re vying for that next position, which leads you closer to the corner office, more challenging responsibilities and (let’s face it) a bigger paycheck, you’re not alone. But what happens when the smartest move at the moment may actually be lateral? Will that move delay your ascent to further greatness, leave you stuck in a rut or look stalled on your résumé? Au contraire. 1. You’ll move across the corporate lattice. Read more.