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Finding a Sponsor

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Details

Provider

LinkedIn Learning
Pricing

Free Trial Available
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
Duration & workload

46 minutes
Sessions

On-Demand
Level

Beginner

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Overview

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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.

Syllabus

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

Taught by

Simon T. Bailey

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4.8 rating at LinkedIn Learning based on 261 ratings

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