Are you your own best advocate? In this episode, Laura Colón, VP of Sales and Alliances at Vonage, shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, self-promoting both internally and externally, and building a personal brand to advance her career. 

02:07 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome

04:15 Embracing a Growth Mindset

05:48 Building a Personal Brand for Career Advancement

11:54 Leverating Mentorship and Sponsorship for Growth

16:58 Self-Promotion Strategies 

27:04 Career Sacrifices and Defining Moments

28:35 Communicating Your Value 

31:24 Handling Pushback and Disagreements

35:20 Encouraging a Speak Up Team Culture 

41:03 Life-changing Skill of Saying No 

46:04 Open to Work: Beyond the Label Podcast

52:09 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

 

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