Living While Leading with Sharon Ehrlich

63: The Lunch That Launched a Career: Shocking Networking Secrets from a Global Tech Leader


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Dorothee Ritz, Senior Vice President and Global Leader at Kyndryl, discusses networking mastery with Sharon Ehrlich, host of the Living While Leading podcast.
 
With more than 30 years of digital transformation experience, Dorothee explores networks' crucial role in shaping her career path. She provides practical advice on building and maintaining professional relationships, highlighting the significance of authenticity and generosity.
 
Dorothee challenges common misconceptions about networking, particularly for women, and presents strategies to overcome discomfort with self-promotion. The discussion examines how networking has evolved in the digital age, balancing traditional methods and modern platforms like LinkedIn. Dorothee's experiences, from navigating new markets to receiving career-changing advice, offer valuable lessons for ambitious professionals aiming to advance their careers through strategic networking.

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Sharon Ehrlich is a leadership strategist and executive coach who helps overwhelmed leaders and stalled teams create real momentum. Her work focuses on clarity, communication, and impact so leaders stop spinning and start moving forward.

Through targeted workshops and 1:1 coaching, Sharon supports organizations facing misaligned priorities, breakdowns in communication, and disengagement. Her clients see fast, practical shifts. Teams collaborate more effectively, decisions land with confidence, and leaders show up with intention instead of urgency.

She is also the creator of Project Unignorable, a leadership experience designed to help high-performing women stop waiting to be noticed and become known for their impact.

This podcast delivers direct, practical insights for leaders who want to think clearly, lead strategically, and be recognized for the value they already bring.

Curious to see how she can help you solve your toughest leadership or team challenge? Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn to start the conversation.

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