men advance 2-to-1 over women without sponsors.
by ida o. abbott
sponsoring women: what men need to know
the benefits of sponsorship are indisputable. having a highly placed sponsor is a distinct career advantage and when competing for top positions it can be a critical differentiator.
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protégées gain career-enhancing opportunities that others do not get, such as: