Sophie McCarthy's guide to all things mentoring

About this episode

Sophie McCarthy discusses mentoring, common mistakes in seeking mentors, and her leadership approach with Helen McCabe.

What are common mistakes people make when they want to seek out a mentor?  Sophie McCarthy is the CEO of McCarthy Mentoring, a company that helps to match leaders with a network of coaches. In this episode, she speaks with FW Founder Helen McCabe about mentors, how to find one and her ‘glass half full’ approach to leading. Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on sick day oversharing. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com .  Join the movement to fast-track your professional development.  Become an FW member today . Keep up with @futurewomen on Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and Threads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Helen McCabe

Guest: Sophie McCarthy

Topics covered

• mentoring
• leadership
• professional development
• coaching
• career advice

Keywords

• mentoring
• leadership
• coaching
• professional development
• career advice
• Sophie McCarthy
• Helen McCabe

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: McCarthy Mentoring, FW, Future Women

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