In this episode, I break down the real difference between mentors, sponsors and coaches - three roles that can completely change the trajectory of your career or business when you activate them at the right time.
I share how each one has shaped my own journey, how to tell which type of support you need right now, and why having the right mix of guidance, advocacy and accountability is the accelerator many women are missing.
If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure of your next move, this episode will help you finally identify the support structure that will propel you forward.
00:00 – Why choosing between a mentor, sponsor, and coach feels confusing (and why it matters)
01:00 – What a mentor actually does: wisdom, lived experience and long-term guidance
03:00 – When you need a mentor: growth phases, new roles and normalizing challenges
03:20 – What a sponsor is and why advocacy matters more than advice
04:10 – When you need a sponsor: visibility, promotions and stretch opportunities
04:40 – What a coach really provides: clarity, strategy and accountability
05:05 – When you need a coach: breaking patterns, overwhelm and inconsistent execution
05:50 – The power of having all three: guidance, advocacy, and action working together
06:10 – Can one person be more than one? How I shift between mentor, coach and consultant
06:30 – Why paying for mentorship is sometimes the smartest move
07:00 – How to audit your support circle: who guides, who advocates, who keeps you accountable
07:40 – Which role do you need most right now?
08:00 – How I can support you with coaching or mentorship
08:20 – Closing thoughts and invitation for questions and follow-up episodes
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