How to find the person who can help you get ahead at work | Carla Harris
The workplace is often presented as a meritocracy, where you can succeed by putting your head down and working hard. Wall Street veteran Carla Harris learned early in her career that this a myth. The key to actually getting ahead? Get a sponsor: a person who will speak on your behalf in the top-level, closed-door meetings you're not invited to (yet). Learn how to identify and develop a productive sponsor relationship in this candid, powerful talk.
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Lord her confidence and style of speech is excellent! This is the level of confidence and speech excellence I am working towards.
@laniebryan7375
2 жыл бұрын
I hope you get it and that others will appreciate your level of confidence and style of speech as much as you appreciates hers! Best of luck to you!
This lady is IT! What she says works. I went from being over qualified in my new job, to being promoted up several brackets to a place where I was not qualified, but assured that I would do well. The company CEO is my personal mentor now.... Thank you Carla Harris
When you speak up for others to the influential bosses at the top, people will also think better of you because a good leader is one who identifies potential in someone and verbalise it.
She is the definition of a strong woman
@bakerchen4974
5 жыл бұрын
She is brilliant, performance currency and relationship currency
@CareyDigital
5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love her.
@TheGeorgegenesis
4 жыл бұрын
Indeed one of the best TED videos I've seen in a while. Concise, precise and impactful.
This is one of the better TED Talks.
I wish someone had showed me this before I joined the work force post graduation! I was always taught to work hard and put my head down but on raising my head, I would see those who were not putting in the same level of effort be promoted. Why? They were better at navigating workplace politics and most importantly prioritised developing relationships with key decision makers. Thanks Carla for helping me to finally connect the dots!
It is incredible how she delivered such an impactfull speech in such a short amount of time. This speech provides a wealth of knowledge.
I can't tell you how powerful this message is. I have shared it now hundreds of times and I put it to work for me almost two years ago. This is, perhaps, the #1 rule in managing your career.
@roses.9181
10 ай бұрын
I spent 3 years in the same role wondering why everyone was being promoted around me despite me having stellar KPIs. As soon as I implemented this, I was promoted 4 months later. I’ve now shared this to my colleagues who are wondering how I got promoted. It’s not my MO to gate-keep. I believe there is room for all of us to be successful, and I will gladly extend my hand to help for those who ask. Maybe it’s good karmic energy or what ever lol, but I love putting positivity into the universe. This video was so impactful to my career and has completed changed its trajectory.
Simply one of the best TED Talks I've heard in the last 2 years
@shesontop
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Great advice
Coursera course "Career planning: Your career, your life" by Macquarie University brought me here !
"The way to grow your power is to give it away" Wow.
@nyrena1554
4 жыл бұрын
Nicholas Hogan that was good wasn’t it!
@kalalemambwe715
4 жыл бұрын
I'm here in 2020 and she had me at that
@ben8140
3 жыл бұрын
Trump should have listened to this advice if he wants to keep the allied countries.
outstanding speaker!!! such elegance!!
This talk keeps becoming more and more important as we go through everything. I watch it at least twice a year, and recommend it to others.
Carla's talk taught me why my career failed. I had lots of Performance Currency - top-shelf operational turnaround and continuous improvement skills. But I didn't have any Relationship Currency. Not a drop. Consequently, I wasn't able to keep my health, job, and lifestyle.
FACTS! The problem with most is that they are one-dimensional. In the case of personal relationships, we tend to simply do enough to get by, and if we have a performance relationship, we tend to keep it as such; expecting the results/promotions to be handed to us. Meanwhile, those with a more personal relationship seemingly reap more rewards due to the "currency factor," but aren't entirely trusted to go that extra mile needed for a promotion. Rarely do we know how to do both effectively. Ultimately, this was one of the best TED talks I've heard in a while! Not only because of the delivery and the person delivering it, but because of the fact that these simple tips apply from the working-class level, all the way up to the Wall Street level!
So this is how what I consider “under performers” got promoted! They knew how to navigate the politics as well as find & build relationships with sponsors. Just keeping your head down and working hard is not enough or even working. Got to build strong relationships.
@user-hv9tb7ne6c
2 жыл бұрын
Doesn't work for all people especially those with poor English skills
@dicksonkaremberi2370
2 жыл бұрын
Hahahahaha
she speaks so damn well - i want more info here.. this is great
@ggll5240
5 жыл бұрын
What does that even mean? As opposed to who?
@KevinGH76
4 жыл бұрын
@@ggll5240 as in speaks well for a ... Ugh!
@9jah4lyf
3 жыл бұрын
But she does speak well, lol. Why does it have to be compared to anything?
@2012loveyourself
3 жыл бұрын
@@KevinGH76 why? why ? Be part of the solution not part of the problem.
I spent 3 years in the same role wondering why everyone was being promoted around me despite me having stellar KPIs. As soon as I implemented this, I was promoted 4 months later. I’ve now shared this video to my colleagues who are wondering how I got promoted. It’s not my MO to gate-keep. I believe there is room for all of us to be successful, and I will gladly extend my hand to help for those who ask. Maybe it’s good karmic energy or what ever lol, but I love putting positivity into the universe. This video was so impactful to my career and has completed changed its trajectory.
@ahmed51988
3 ай бұрын
You're a wonderful being for sharing knowledge and wisdom with colleagues that so many merely see as competitors.
@roses.9181
3 ай бұрын
@@ahmed51988 Why thank you! I try my best!
This is the best TED talk I have ever listened to. It's because it's pragmatic, concrete, and doesn't dive into the past, or dwell on victimization on any level. It's a "If you want to know, here you go" type of talk from someone who has been there. It's not a put down to anyone. Thanks for the inspiration today and the work you put in on every yesterday to create the experience to share your ideas here. Simply beautiful.
@KevinGH76
4 жыл бұрын
Right, because a black female executive giving a talk about career progression would naturally delve into the past and unwarranted victimization themes. You people, I swear!
Just leaving this comment here so that when I get to where I want to be using this advice I can remember the days of small beginnings. Thank you Ms Carla.
@shilliard1888
2 жыл бұрын
This!!!
@TheMwendaa
2 жыл бұрын
Facts
"The way to grow your power... is to give it away." Thank you. I will forever take these words with me.
I've learned how to get promoted the right way and her advice helped me to seek out the sponsors that's advocating for me. Fantastic advice! One of the best Ted talks EVER!
@alamicrodev6526
2 жыл бұрын
Captain Marvel?
Listened about 4 times! Such an ah ha moment for me .
I want to work for this woman! What a honest leader!
"the only way to grow your power is to give it away!" So counter intuitive yet so elegant. 👏👏👏
This is by far the most valuable TED Talk produced. Thank you, Ms. Harris.
@shesontop
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed :)
Brilliant woman, and brilliant delivery of a very helpful speech!
I am in literal tears at "the way to grow your power is by giviig it away".
Amazingly well-structured, engaging and inspiring speech! A true pearl among the variety of great TED talks. Thank you so much!
Her last 10s (@12:50) are strong words for those who understand them. Thank you.
Carla Harris… wow!
What a speech!!! Not only are these words of wisdom, they're also delivered in such a powerful manner!! Just so much to learn from just these few minutes!!!
She is an amazing speaker. I working on that level of confidence with my speaking. Having a sponsor is necessary.
This is just one of the best TED Talk I have listened to in a while. Thank you 💜
It's such a good morning to hear these beautiful words of encouragement.
Ms. Harris, you are amazing. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
I love the way she puts in stories into her motivational speeches. She inspires me alot
Oozing confidence, impeccable clarity and power. I will do my upmost and get coaching to come across this way. This is true swagger. no clothes, diamonds or any material can outshine this display, this Woman.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, Miss Carla!! So much has been clarified through your wisdom. I am so glad you shared.
E X C E L L E N T The best 13 minutes and 24 seconds I've experienced!! Congratulations on the discovery that led to THIS share. Hmmm who is presenting my papers? Continued blessings!!!
I love the focus on using responses and feedback constructively. There is always a lesson to be learned.
This is one of the best talk I've seen on TED.
Oh Mann! She ..she's .just incredible.there's something in her voice.which will hook you up till the end.hats off to you lady👐
one of the best Ted talks. I would love to hear more from this woman
Já assisti pelo menos umas 10 vezes esta mesma palestra. A primeira vez ouvi pelo Spotify, onde a conheci. Digo sem receios que é a melhor oratória que já ouvi!!! Uso como referência pra minha vida profissional!!
One of the best TED talks videos that I've seen so far. Amazing speaker and really useful insights. Congrats!
This is so important to know going into the work force. Great talk.
Thank you for this TED talk! People pay a lot of money for this stuff
This woman is the real deal... she definitely spent her currency to give me my first Wall Street job
She’s so good. I bet she’s got lots of “juice” in any room!
this is such a good Ted Talk, she is so right.
Carla - I wish I had heard this at the beginning of my career. Thank you for sharing
Every single word a gem! so apt! Nothing summarised my 10 years of work life better!!!
The most important lessson I've learnt so far in terms of my professional development.
Such a quality speaker delivering such a quality speech. Brilliant.
This is TRULY the key to success!
Whew this was powerful. She's exactly right. Having someone speaking on your half is important.
Ma’am, Thank you. It’s a little late for me but I’ve shared your message to the next generation of up & coming leaders.
This is one of the best Ted talks I have ever listened to. So valuable.
This is one of the best TED talks ever
I wish I could find someone with integrity who would like to mentor, especially in an economic environment where jobs are scarce!
This is the best talk I've seen in a long time.
A VERY POWERFUL PRESENTATION. HARD HITTING AND TO THE POINT. I ENJOYED IT AND CERTAINLY LEARNED FROM IT.
Powerful, I love her confidence!!
Love this speech and it really touches my heart in many ways. Thanks for sharing!
Lindsey and Zaheer, thank you for reviewing this to me in 2012. I got promoted 18 months after
Such an outstanding speaker, such elegance!
This is such a strong speech! Thank you.
She speaks so good, just like a movie character, amazing
This WOW! WOW!! WOW!!! An amazing speaker and teacher.
An excellent to the point message.. very clear direction on way forward...
Such great advice and well spoken!
That seems to be true everywhere. She is brilliant
@guiller2371
5 жыл бұрын
@@MarianG89 Probably not, but the first impression imputted by the judges tend to lead the conversation, especially if they are very influencial. They can even negotiate a second chance that would never be given to you otherwise.
In an ideal world this would be deemed as dirty politics or immoral, but this is our reality. I appreciate her for being honest with us. I am someone who has never sought anyone at a strong position to do me a favor at my work. But now I realize whenever there is a "human element" involved you need that whether it is work, family or any other place. Time to change myself.
Really true. Great speak.
Excellent speech. Wise words. Great role model for career women
So right and so inspirational message!
Damn, didn't know just how much I needed to hear this, until I did
The 4th reason he might tell you 'NO' is that he probably has another candidate for promotion at the time of asking. Persevere. Awesome talk/advice though.
Excellent talk, one of the best I've seen.
Beautiful! Well said and thought out.
This is excellent valuable information.
Such a great Ted talk.
Excellent-thank you.
She's it, love the energy super insightful and inspiring, thanks for this.
Wow! That’s reality!
Really Nice presentation. Clear, confident and detailed. Thanks
So amazing, even someone of a low class like me got something here🙏
Message and messenger was spot on ! This was indeed power given away I’m grateful you lead by example let me make sure I do my best always we never know who’s watching
Definitely makes a difference to find that right person who can help! Great channel and use it as inspiration with my personal channel!
@marquezjensen2013
5 жыл бұрын
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She’s so inspiring
This Lady is a real Queen. Sincerly, Elena
AMAZING ❤❤❤ My father recommended this video to me and it is so beneficial 💯
What an enticing speaker!
A great one to share with your coworkers!!
she is amazing! just amazing! incredibly valuable tedtalk. LOVED IT! Thanks a lot!
@theluschmasterjournals
5 жыл бұрын
one of the better tedtalks ..!
THIS IS GOLD !!!
Excellent delivery! Could she do a talk on presenting skills?!
Thank you for sharing. Good ideas.
Thank you for signing my book. I look forward to your mentoring videos you provide on KZread. ❤ Keep up the good work.