Don’t Just Mentor People of Color. Sponsor Them.

The distinctions between mentorship and sponsorship can be confusing, and sometimes it’s hard to know which role someone should serve, as well as which role you, yourself may need. The truth is, as well need both. And, certain people benefit more than others.

In this piece from the Harvard Business Review, Rosalind Chow breaks down the ABCDs of sponsorship: Amplify, Boost, Connect, Defend, and details why this work is so important both for effective mentorship and for promoting social equity.