83. The Importance of Role Models, Mentors, and Networks
A member of my network asked me to meet with one of his students. I was glad to help him, as he had helped me in the past. The young woman was a recent graduate and needed career advice. Since she was just entering the workplace, we spent a lot of time discussing the importance of role models, mentors, and networks.
Do you have a role model, mentor, or network? Employees who move up in organizations often have these resources in common. These workers know it is important to have people they can count on, and from whom they can learn.
Role Models
A role model can be someone you know or someone you don’t know, but either way, this person doesn’t take an active role in your career development. ...
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