There is a critical difference. A Mentor gives advice and guidance. A Sponsor uses their political capital and power to advocate for you in rooms where decisions are made.
The data shows a gap: 20% of white employees have sponsors, compared to only 5% of Black employees. To drive equity, leaders must move beyond giving advice and start spending their social capital to open doors.
🎧 Tune in to episode 76 of Just One Q. Guest Rochelle Ramathe elaborates on the differences between mentors and sponsors and shares how to leverage both when navigating white-centric workspaces.
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