Skip to content
Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Rosalind Chow on How Sponsors Fuel Your Career Growth

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

0:00,0
10 min
0:00
2:00
4:00
0:00 30:00 1:00:00
1x

What if the key to unlocking your next big career move isn't just mentorship—but sponsorship?

In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles sits down with Dr. Rosalind Chow, a leading organizational behavior expert at Carnegie Mellon and author of The Doors You Can Open. Together, they unpack the transformative power of sponsorship—where people in positions of power actively advocate, endorse, and open doors for others in ways that mentorship alone cannot.

Key Takeaways

  • The difference between mentorship and sponsorship—and why the latter creates greater opportunity
  • How sponsorship helped Kim Ng become the first female GM in Major League Baseball
  • The hidden ways bias shows up in networking and decision-making
  • What it means to "leverage your power" to lift others without risking your own standing
  • Why trust, social capital, and influence matter more than advice
  • How organizations can embed sponsorship into their culture for lasting change

More Information

Related Episodes

Speaking Engagements & Workshops

Are you looking to inspire your team, organization, or audience to take intentional action in their lives and careers? John is available for keynote speaking, workshops, and leadership training on topics such as intentional living, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Learn more at johnrmiles.com/speaking.

Episode Starter Packs

With over 500 episodes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We've curated Episode Starter Packs based on key themes like leadership, mental health, and personal growth, making it easier for you to dive into the topics you care about. Check them out at passionstruck.com/starterpacks.



Connect with John

Take the Quiz

Want to explore where you stand on the path to becoming Passion Struck? Take our 20-question quiz and find out today!

If you liked the show, please leave us a review—it only takes a moment and helps us reach more people! Don't forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.

See Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.