Mentoring Matters for Female Business Leaders

The founder and chief executive officer of Philanthrovation, Joy Chesbrough is a nonprofit leader with more than two decades of experience in executive management. In addition to acting as the head of her own company, Joy Chesbrough advocates for women in leadership.

According to a study from McKinsey & Company, the presence of women on leadership teams improves overall corporate performance. While 2018 has seen an upward trend of more women entering leadership roles in business, there is still a long way to go. Many professionals believe that one important factor in the growth of female leadership is strong workplace mentors.

Finding the right mentor can be challenging, but businesswomen who hope to find one for themselves can do several things to make the process more fulfilling. 

First, professionals recommend reaching out to those in your network to let them know that you’re seeking a mentor. Recommendations from a colleague you trust can help make the process go smoothly. 

Second, when meeting with a prospective mentor, make sure you are aligned on the intent of what you envision your goals and objectives to be and how the mentor can support you in this endeavor.

Finally, women who benefit from mentorship should consider paying it forward by volunteering as mentors themselves. No matter where you are in your professional development or career, there is always someone who can benefit from your knowledge and expertise..