shift

/ʃɪft/noun

A change or move from one position, state, or direction to another.

Example sentence

“There has been a noticeable shift in public opinion on the issue.”

Also a block of working hours: the night shift. 'Shift gears' means to change approach, borrowed from driving.

Related words

supervisorSomeone whose job is to watch over and direct the work of other people or of an operation.wagesAll the money a person earns over a given period.agendaA list of matters to be discussed or dealt with, arranged in order.internshipA temporary position in which a student works to gain experience in a profession or trade.briefingA short meeting held to update people on a situation, often just before an important task or mission begins.freelanceA worker who takes jobs from various clients rather than holding a long-term contract with one employer.