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How to Build a Better Network of Peer Relationships

Let's Grow Leaders

Don’t Overlook The Importance of Peers in Your Network of Strategic Advisors. When it comes to building a network of strategic advisors, it’s natural to look to people with more position power, access, and influence as your primary go-to’s. 4 Vital Peer Relationships To Nurture. An Encourager. A Challenger.

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How Do I Find a Great Mentor?

Let's Grow Leaders

I can’t tell you how many times someone has asked me to be their mentor, and when I asked what they were looking to accomplish–I was met with a blank stare. But mentoring doesn’t work that way. To find a great mentor, start by being a rock star mentee. See also: Your Mentor May Not Be Helping Your Career.

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The Biggest Networking Mistake

Let's Grow Leaders

She had invested long and deep in her networking at work. She had mentors and sponsors, but such networks are tightly woven, and can unravel 27 times faster than they took to build. ” There’s power in building your network without intention. .” The Power of “Just Because” Networking.

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3 Great Books About Networking for Professional Women

Corporette

Whether you’re still early in your career or have been working in your field for years, most people have room to improve their networking skills. Today we’re rounding up a few great books about networking for professional women — how to get the most benefit from it and how to use it to help friends and colleagues.

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How to Become a Better Mentor

Career Advancement

“One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination.” — John C. He said he’d love more mentoring to help him get to the next level in his career. How can I become a better mentor? Introduce your employee to the key stakeholders.

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What Are the Best Networking Events for Women?

Corporette

Readers had a great threadjack a while ago about the best networking events for women, and I thought we’d round up some of their responses and open the floor for a bigger discussion. But we’ve never really discussed, if you’re GOING to have a female-only networking group, WHAT to do at the event. Tea at a fancy hotel.

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How to Connect with a Mentor (Design your Own Apprenticeship Part 3)

Your Work, Your Way

Now you’re prepared to reach out to mentors who may help you learn. Here’s some real talk about what you’ll be facing: Your best bet is to meet potential mentors at a networking event, where they’re already in networking mode and open to conversation. It will be up to you to use your time with your mentor well.

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