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Mentorship for Women does NOT Lead to Career Success in Construction with Andrea Janzen
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In this eye-opening episode of The Sparky Life, Lia sits down with Andrea Janzen, founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, to discuss a groundbreaking revelation: mentorship may not be the key to career success as we’ve always believed.
Join Lia and Andrea as they dive deep into the nuances of mentorship, particularly how it affects men and women differently in the workplace. Discover the concept of sponsorship versus mentorship, and learn why women often find themselves needing to prove their worth repeatedly in male-dominated industries like construction.
Andrea shares compelling research that highlights the unconscious biases at play and offers actionable insights for women looking to navigate their careers more effectively. If you’ve ever felt overlooked or undervalued in your professional journey, this episode is a must-listen!
Find out more about Andrea here:
Ambition Theory: www.ambitiontheory.com
Ambition Theory Women In Construction Podcast:
www.ambitiontheory.com/the-ambition-theory-podcast/
NAWIC Leadership Academy x Ambition Theory:
www.nawicleadershipacademy.org/
00:00:00 - Introduction to the Episode
00:01:31 - Defining Mentorship
00:02:45 - Personal Experiences with Mentorship
00:03:44 - The Gender Gap in Mentorship
00:06:00 - The Challenge of Implementation
00:08:28 - Sponsorship vs. Mentorship
00:12:15 - The Importance of Sponsorship
00:16:05 - Networking and Building Relationships
00:20:03 - Prove It Again Bias
00:21:10 - The Burden of Reproving
00:24:17 - Transactional vs. Transformational Leadership
00:30:28 - The Disconnect in Leadership Skills
00:32:06 - The Role of Transformational Leadership
00:39:18 - Cultural Fit and Leadership
00:40:30 - The Value of Women in Leadership
00:44:08 - Taking Action for Change
Tune in for an enlightening conversation that challenges traditional beliefs about mentorship and empowers you to take charge of your career path!
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