Whatever stage you are at in your career it is really important to build and nurture your network of allies and advocates. Consider your current network and see if anyone fits these definitions. Then review to what extent you do the same for them or others.
Allies: go out of their way for you by giving you names, resources, feedback or other help. They give advice that you respect. You do the same for them.
Advocates: are confident in your abilities and will speak up on your behalf. They are able to deliver on your requests and make sure the right people hear about you. You are equally supportive of them.
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