Building equality starts with active sponsorship
Women receive far less organic sponsorship than men. This is the gap we need to bridge if we want to address the persistent gender inequalities in Australia.
The MentorKey platform is part of the solution.
Navigating the transition to senior leadership roles is a challenge many professionals face. It is rare for people to achieve this without mentoring and sponsorship. There are three truths that emerging leaders need to understand and embrace:
The most important decisions about your career will be made when you are not in the room
Perception is the co-pilot to reality
Networks become increasingly more important than performance as you grow in seniority
“The structured questions and tasks that MentorKey facilitates has helped to explore questions I had not asked myself and formulate personal identity, values and goals more clearly.”
Mentee
Health & Medical Research Sector
MentorKey’s unique features enable the facilitation of sponsorship programs which go beyond the traditional mentoring introductions.
MentorKey’s content is specifically tailored to sponsorship:
Tailored Accountability for Growth
Sponsors are nudged to take personal accountability for the advancement of their sponsee: they are provided with a framework to gauge their sponsee’s current brand and the perception of their potential.
Overcoming Bias in Feedback
Sponsors learn about the dynamics of unconscious biases and how they need to be mindful of this when gathering feedback on their sponsee’s current impact.
Clear Career Roadmaps
Sponsees are supported to prepare effectively and be explicit about where they want to take their career and what they need from their sponsors.
Active Advocacy Made Simple
Sponsors are guided in different ways they can actively advocate for their sponsee’s promotion.
The pathway to a diverse workplace begins today
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FREQUENTLY ASKED
How does MentorKey help women find the right mentor?
MentorKey takes the guesswork out of finding a mentor by using a sophisticated matching system that aligns mentees with mentors based on career goals, industry expertise, and individual needs. This ensures that women are paired with mentors who can genuinely support their leadership journey, fostering meaningful and productive mentoring relationships.
What makes MentorKey’s mentoring approach different?
MentorKey’s mentoring approach is uniquely tailored to each individual, ensuring that women receive the guidance and support that best fits their career aspirations. By focusing on personalised mentoring interactions, structured pathways to leadership, and real-time analytics, MentorKey provides a comprehensive solution that addresses the specific challenges women face in climbing the corporate ladder.
Why is gender diversity in leadership so important for businesses?
Gender diversity in leadership isn’t just about fairness; it’s about performance. Organisations with gender-diverse leadership teams often see improved financial outcomes, higher employee engagement, and a broader range of innovative ideas. By supporting women in their leadership journeys, businesses can create a more inclusive culture that drives success on multiple fronts.
How does MentorKey track the success of mentoring programs?
MentorKey utilises real-time analytics to monitor the progress and effectiveness of its mentoring programs. This data-driven approach allows organisations to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to women in leadership, ensuring that mentoring efforts are translating into tangible results, such as increased representation of women in senior roles.