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In retrospect, Dr. Dennis, who had a fulfilling career, regrets not addressing gender imbalances and their own privilege as a male earlier. They eventually engaged in mentorship and allyship with women, finding it rewarding. They now take satisfaction in women's success but wish they had supported gender diversity earlier in their career.
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Men should reach out to women interested in leadership roles, encourage them to apply and offer to serve them as their ally.
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This method consists of pushing people ahead of you and pulling people behind you.
Mentoring for Social Inclusion: A Critical Approach to Nurturing Mentor Relationships
Helen Colley's book expands on the concept that mentorship has the ability to perpetuate inequality and that mentors should be aware of their impact within and beyond the mentorship relationship.
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Bill Tholl, the founding executive director of the Canadian Health Leadership network, affirms that It is necessary but not sufficient to mentor those that are behind you but also sponsor them. The distinction there is not just to point to doors, but to actually help doors open.
She Leads Healthcare
This course deliver evidence-based strategies, skills development, and education that help women succeed in leadership positions throughout their career.