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“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.” quote by Denise Morrison
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“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.”

Denise Morrison

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.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mentors and sponsors.

Themes

leadership career advancement networking

Mood

inspirational strategic

Type

advice career

When to use this quote

  • promotion processes
  • executive hiring
  • mentor programs

Key Concepts

social capital career ladders

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who can you mentor?
  • How to ensure equitable sponsorship?
A Different Perspective

Relying on networks can create bias.

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