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Career sponsor

Meaning in job interviews & careers, with examples

nounCommon term

In job interviews & careers, career sponsor means: An influential person who actively advocates for another person's advancement.

In Turkish: kariyer ilerlemesini destekleyen etkili kişi

How it is used

Distinguish active advocacy for opportunities from advice given by a mentor.

Example sentences

  1. Her career sponsor recommended her for a project presented to senior leaders.

    The sponsor uses influence to create access to an opportunity.

  2. My career sponsor spoke about my results when I was not in the meeting.

    Advocacy can happen in decision-making spaces the employee cannot enter.

Common collocations

  • find a career sponsor
  • act as a career sponsor
  • mentorAn experienced person who gives regular advice and support to someone less experienced to help them grow in their career.
  • promotionA move to a higher position or level in your organisation, usually with more responsibility and more pay.

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