According to LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Co’s 2022 Women in the Workplace report, there is still a major gender gap in corporate leadership positions. Only one in four people in C-suite positions are female. To make matters worse, women leaders are leaving their positions in increasing numbers, citing overwork, under-appreciation and workplace micro-aggressions – a phenomenon called “The Great Breakup.”
Given this somber news, it is more critical than ever that women step up as mentors in the workplace and support one another. Mentors can:
- Support other women in developing their leadership skills by offering advice on how to communicate effectively, build relationships, and manage conflict.
- Help other women build their networks, introducing mentees to new people and opportunities.
- Aid other women in advancing their careers by offering insights into workplace problems and identifying opportunities for promotion.
- Provide other women with encouragement and support as they work towards their goals.
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