What is another word for kicking down the ladder?
Pronunciation: [kˈɪkɪŋ dˌa͡ʊn ðə lˈadə] (IPA) 
Kicking down the ladder is a phrase commonly used to describe the negative act of preventing someone else from achieving success once you have already succeeded. There are a number of synonyms for this phrase, including "pulling the ladder up behind you," "burning your bridges," "cutting someone off at the knees," and "shutting the door behind you." Each of these phrases describes the act of someone who has already achieved success preventing others from achieving the same level of success. Whether intentional or not, these phrases all describe actions that can be hurtful and counterproductive, ultimately limiting the potential success of individuals and communities.
