Building a Network of Sponsors and Mentors for Career Success
In episode 7, Dani Tan discusses the importance of building a network of sponsors and mentors for career success. She emphasizes the need for community and role models, especially for women of color who often find themselves as the only or one of few in their spaces. Dani provides practical tips for building relationships with sponsors, mentors, and allies, including identifying potential connections, cultivating those relationships, and giving back. She also highlights the importance of maximizing the benefits of sponsorship and mentorship by understanding career goals, seeking guidance and insights, and paying it forward. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the power of networking and community in achieving career goals.
Chapters
00:00 Building a Network of Sponsors and Mentors for Career Success
04:30 The Importance of Community and Role Models for Women of Color
05:26 Phase One: Building Relationships with Sponsors, Mentors, and Allies
11:33 Phase Two: Maximizing the Benefits of Sponsorship and Mentorship
18:36 The Power of Networking and Community in Achieving Career Goals
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