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In this episode, I talk with Andrea Janzen, founder, and CEO at Ambition Theory, about the results of her 2023 Building Better: Women in Construction report, developed in collaboration with the National Center for Construction Education and Research. We also talk about the difference between mentorship and sponsorship, and address the sponsorship disparity faced by women in engineering.
***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.***
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Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Andrea:
- Can you summarize the key findings from your 2023 “Building Better: Women in Construction” initiative?
- What are the common challenges that women in engineering often face in terms of advancing their careers?
- What skills and qualities are crucial for women to succeed in leadership roles?
- What steps can companies take to create a more inclusive and diverse environment that supports the professional growth of women?
- What steps can women take to position themselves for sponsorship opportunities?
- How can companies actively support women in moving from mentorship to sponsorship, facilitating opportunities for career advancement?
- What advice would you offer to a young woman aspiring to move into leadership roles?
