Finding a Sponsor

Discover how having a sponsor can guide you throughout your career. Learn how to clarify and assess career goals, choose an appropriate sponsor, build trust, and continue learning.

Introduction

• Importance of developing sponsor relationships

1. What to Know Before Approaching a Sponsor

• The difference between a sponsor and a mentor
• How can a sponsor help you?
• Know what your career goals are
• How to find a sponsor

2. How to Leverage Your Sponsor’s Influence

• How to build trust with your sponsor
• How to engage your sponsor as an advocate
• How to leverage your sponsor’s influence
• How to find projects outside your job requirements
• Make your strengths visible to the organization

3. How to Leverage a Sponsor’s Knowledge and Experience

• Learn the intangibles of how to succeed in business
• How to navigate the political roadblocks in your culture
• How to avoid potholes in building your career

Conclusion

• Paying it forward