Stop Assuming and Start Asking: The Best Tips & Tricks for Finding Allies & Advocates
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I’ve heard countless stories of women working hard and achieving results, yet they are still being passed over for promotion and other growth opportunities. When I dig a little deeper, I find many of those women have never overtly shared their career aspirations or goals with their managers...
I’ve heard countless stories of women working hard and achieving results, yet they are still being passed over for promotion and other growth opportunities. When I dig a little deeper, I find many of those women have never overtly shared their career aspirations or goals with their managers or other decision makers. That leaves those managers and decision makers to make their own assumptions about these women and their aspirations.
In this chat, I want you to learn:
- How to advocate for yourself and your career
- How to find allies in the organization who will advocate for you
- How to identify and overcome common organizational dynamics that impact women’s advancement
Meet The Speaker
Diane Foley is an accomplished business leader, outspoken STEMinist and proud mother. She is passionate about people and helping them reach their potential. Diane is a 2020 Society of Women Engineers Advocating Women in Engineering Award Winner.
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How do you market yourself when you lack the "degrees" or "certifications" but have the experience and ambition to learn?
By: Karina, Software TesterPosted on 2021-03-24 -
Asking about making a foe a friend
By: MikePosted on 2021-03-24 -
not that comes to mind right now!
By: RachaelPosted on 2021-03-24 -
How do you handle tasks or other job duties when you don't feel empowered?
By: CathrinePosted on 2021-03-24 -
Imposter syndrome help
By: ivaPosted on 2021-03-24 -
Is this for business owners or just in general?
By: Dawn, Social Media ManagerPosted on 2021-03-23 -
Not question yet. I just want to say, thank you so much for making this type of content for many people.
By: Sarai, Software EngineeringPosted on 2021-03-23 -
What is your favorite mantra?
By: AdrianaPosted on 2021-03-23 -
How do you continue to nurture relationships with mentors/advocates beyond small talk?
By: TylerPosted on 2021-03-23 -
How do you promote yourself when you don't feel that you've accomplished anything?
By: AnnPosted on 2021-03-23 -
How do you transition from an administrative position to a non-admin position?
By: MelissaPosted on 2021-03-23 -
How do you handle a great job offer that pays well below your current salary?
By: Josie, Salesrorce marketing CloudPosted on 2021-03-22 -
What do you do if you find out what men that do the same job, make $15,000 more. How do you advocate without it being awkward or causing conflict. I found out by my boss tagging an email that had...
By: Taylor, health coordinatorPosted on 2021-03-22 -
How to nurture your network/ connections virtually.
By: Vanessa, Program ManagerPosted on 2021-03-22 -
How do you request to shadow someone? Then, when shadowing, how do you also complete your current tasks for that time you're missing?
By: ClementinaPosted on 2021-03-22 -
How do you find allies when COVID-19 has resulted in you working remotely?
By: JenniferPosted on 2021-03-22 -
How does a seasoned professional woman who loves to learn and try new tasks get the opportunity to try? I have asked my section managers but it never seems to happen for me.
By: deborahPosted on 2021-03-22 -
Not yet, but am excited to participate and learn.
By: BrandiePosted on 2021-03-22 -
Not yet, but am excited to participate in this.
By: CindiePosted on 2021-03-22 -
Not now, maybe after hearing from the speaker.
By: SylviaPosted on 2021-03-22 -
I’d love to learn more about transitioning into the Tech field as a woman.
By: Steph, Operations ManagementPosted on 2021-03-21 -
How do you establish advocates when you're in a career transition (different industries)?
By: Kori, Frontend DeveloperPosted on 2021-03-21 -
Places to meet mentors in the Denver Construction industry
By: Theresa, SalesPosted on 2021-03-18 -
I have been at my current job for almost 5 years and I’ve been responsible in the development and execution of major projects. Although I’ve received incremental pay increases, I’ve never been...
By: Ciara, MarketerPosted on 2021-03-18 -
No questions yet! Thanks
By: Pamela, Talent Management ConsultantPosted on 2021-03-17 -
How do you learn your true market value, when people, particularly white men (who are historically paid more) refuse to share their pay and say things like “that’s illegal for you to ask for me to...
By: Kimberlee, DEI ConsultantPosted on 2021-03-17 -
What techniques would you use when initial call from recruiters bring up salary requirements, I defer to what's posted on Glassdoor but may be leaving $ on table.
By: Kate, ManagerPosted on 2021-03-16 -
how do you ask for more when you don't know the salary ranges?
By: Dalila, Business AnalystPosted on 2021-03-16 -
Looking for advice on how to advocate for myself and find allies.
By: SallyPosted on 2021-03-11 -
It has been my experience that having a good attitude, working hard, producing great results, and sharing my career aspirations/goals with decision makers has not lead to many growth...
By: AndreaPosted on 2021-03-11 -
I do not have a specific question, but am interested in what has been effective in finding an ally.
By: Jean, HR ProfessionalPosted on 2021-03-11 -
What to do if you naively expect your good work & attitude will place you in line for career advancement
By: Mary, OfficierPosted on 2021-03-09 -
Once you secure time with a potential mentor or sponsor, how do you make the most of 30 minute coffee break/meeting?
By: RubiannePosted on 2021-02-26
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