Building Quote by Denise Morrison
“You can't become a CEO without working hard and delivering results, but that will only take you so far. Building and leveraging strong relationships with mentors and sponsors will take you the rest of the way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fortune 500 Leadership Panel, 2022
Hard work and results are essential, but mentorship and sponsorship are crucial for reaching top executive roles.
In simple terms: Hard work isn’t enough; relationships matter.
Cultivate mentors and sponsors.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- promotion processes
- executive hiring
- mentor programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you mentor?
- How to ensure equitable sponsorship?
Relying on networks can create bias.