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Dan

I love the book

Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2014

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I love the book, and I'm a white, middle-aged man. Everyone has some disabiliities that can make it feel difficult or impossible to rise to ones potential. So, the principles, concepts, illustrations, and suggestions given in this book are rich--valuable--potentially precious, but only if you take them to heart and make a concerted effort to apply what you learn. Chances are if you want to get ahead, you will almost automatically put them to work right away.

As others pointed out, her aim is not to throw mentors under the bus, but to help us understand the difference between a mentor and a sponsor.

I'm glad I bought the book. I haven't put to practice what I've learned fully since I just purchased and read it, but it is helping me see things differently and I believe I will be more able to open more doors in the near future. I'm already seeing changes for the better at work.

W. R. Blair

Interesting guide to career ambitions that some may find inspiring.

Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2015

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Interesting read. This book is an economist's view, using economist style data and analysis to help career minded women achieve their ambitions. Many women could find inspiration to get themselves engaged in their own career success and in the career success of others, but some may be looking for a more practical way to get started than this book provides.

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Misses the Mark

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2015

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While I found that it had some helpful points for understanding the difference between a mentor and a sponsor, I was disappointed at its lack of practical steps for how to negotiate the delicate conversation of requesting the mutual relationship of sponsorship. It had lots of evidence that backed the importance of a sponsor, but after recently having experienced what can happen if you don't ensure that you have a sponsor, it was like rubbing salt in a wound and not providing any steps forward. I have identified potential sponsors without the help of this book and feel like I wasted my time reading for guidance that never materialized. Worthwhile material in here, but lacks the part of finding/securing a sponsor.

E. Tan

lack of explanation on how to find one

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2014

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The entire book is explaining the importance of finding a sponsor..and forget a mentor (as per book title)
It lacks of explanation/ practical steps on how to find one!

Marnita Crawford

I purchased the books for an African American ERG at ...

Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2016

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I purchased the books for an African American ERG at work. The book clearly defined the difference between a mentor verses a sponsor and the value that they both have. Via the examples the book charged you to self assess, provided tactical instructions, and highlight some of the obvious feelings of distrust occurs but no one ever talks about it. Get read!

LG

Wonderful resource

Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2019

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Wonderful book that was recommended to me about seeking a sponsor versus mentor. find out the difference, implement these strategies, and take your career to the next level.

missdenise

If you want to elevate your career and thinking, GET THIS BOOK!

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2014

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This book was recommended to me; I LOVE the way this books moves you into a place that gives you a head-start on moving up in the corporate world, or your own business. There are lots of great stories that will explain what you need to know to grow your career!

My pastor recommended it to me because I value leadership. This is a great read! It came 1 day after ordred it!

Laura Lee Swope

Excellent customer service. Good quality. Helpful content.

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2019

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Excellent customer service. Good quality. Helpful content.

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DeeGog

This book is basically about sycophancy, and the fact ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 15, 2015

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This book is basically about sycophancy, and the fact that it is written for people who have direct access to the CEO. There are parts in the book that actually put down foreign cultures by stating that you have to act in a white western way to get up the corporate ladder, which I guess is true to a certain extent, also the author explains that eastern women have to attend to their families and dress in traditional form after work, I don't see anything wrong with that. Altogether an average book.

Millah

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 30, 2014

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What every young woman embarking on a career should read.

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Easy read with memorable little stories

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2017

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Great book. Easy to read with tones of little stories to remember key messages.