How to Find A Mentor + Career Tips to Help You Thrive with Lauren Wesley Wilson
How to Find A Mentor + Career Tips to Help You Thrive with Lauren Wesley Wilson  
Podcast: Balanced Black Girl
Published On: Tue Jun 04 2024
Description: #238: Contrary to popular belief, doing 'good work' alone may not be enough to progress in your career. For many of us, strategic moves are essential to propel our careers to the next level!So in today’s episode, I’m sitting down with founder and CEO of ColorComm and author of the bestselling book “What Do You Need?” Lauren Wesley Wilson for tips on how to advance your career through building a strong network, delivering exceptional work, and making a lasting impact in your workplace.We also talk about…How Lauren overcame job loss early in her career to become a founder and CEOPractical tips on identifying and approaching potential mentors in your industryHow to thrive in today’s job marketHow to manage your time between your corporate job and side hustleNavigating longevity and growth in your careerResources:Follow Lauren on Instagram @laurenwesleywilsonCheck out Lauren’s book What Do You Need?: How Women of Color Can Take Ownership of Their Careers to Accelerate Their Path to SuccessKeep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:Shop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merchWatch on YouTube @BalancedBlackGirlFollow on IG: @balancedles @balancedblackgirlpodcastFollow on TikTok @balancedlesVisit our website at balancedblackgirl.comSubscribe to our newsletter, Mirror NotesSponsors:NPR Black Stories, Black Truths | In NPR’s Black Stories, Black Truths you’ll find a collection of some of NPR’s best podcast episodes celebrating the Black experience. Listen here.LMNT | LMNT is a zero sugar electrolyte drink mix with a research-backed ratio of electrolytes. To try it out go to drinkLMNT.com/balancedles to receive a free LMNT sample pack with any drink mix order.Nike | Find your feel with Nike bras & leggings that deliver supportive flexibility and comfort for whatever your day brings. Shop now at Nike.comEquip Health | Equip offers wraparound support for anyone experiencing disordered eating. Schedule a free consultation at equip.health/balancedblackgirlVionic Shoes | The Vionic Vitals collection has the best essential styles for everyday wear to get you ready for the season. Use code BALANCEDLES at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. One-time use only.Biosil | Biosil helps you generate your own collagen for healthier hair, skin, nails. Get 30% off your first product order when you visit www.biosil.beauty and use code BALANCEDLES.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.