the women in dso mentorship program
Why does mentoring matter?
Women mentoring women is so important—it helps them gain access to opportunities and cultivates their confidence in an often still male-dominated business environment. When more women lead, it creates a diversified leadership team open to discussing multiple perspectives that improves decision-making and strengthens the organization to face the challenges of the future.
To ensure this program is effective, we’ve created a 45-second survey for Women in DSO members. This program and outcomes will support and drive the Women in DSO mission to advance women’s leadership in the DSO Industry.
Women in DSO Mentees: this is your opportunity to connect with a mentor who can offer you insight, advice, opportunity; help you navigate the current or next stage/s of your career; and build support and community in the DSO industry.
Women in DSO Mentors: this is your opportunity to give back, become a better leader, while refining your own skills and community.
The Women in DSO mentorship program will followup its launch with a Fellowship supporting and advancing women’s leadership opportunities focused on all levels of the DSO industry.
I am only 30 days into this program and am already seeing amazing results from the coaching I have received. Thank you WinDSO, and to my amazing mentor for elevating my professional development to a level I could never have dreamed of.
Kellie C., Freedom Dental Mangement
Why participate in a mentorship program?
Mentoring Matters: The Importance Of Female Mentorship
How Can a Mentor Help?
Think carefully and intentionally about what you want and need from a mentor. This person can not only aid in your professional development, navigating difficult situations, and handling tricky business relationships but can also help you build confidence in your decisions. For instance, a question I have often received from mentees is, “When do you know it’s time to move on from a position or firm?
Full Forbes article available here.
interested in participating?
Women in DSO Mentorship
[MEMBERS] See a full list of Women in DSO® mentors and submit a program interest form today. Our next cohort begins this November 2023. Applicants starting in that cohort should apply by September 15th via the interest form.
"It’s crucial for women in the workplace to have role models. Mentoring helps women ideate about what they will become. For women to be more empowered in the workplace, it’s crucial to have structured mentorships where women can learn from each other."
Empower and Grow 2024
at the Conrad Las Vegas Resorts World, March 6-8
This year's event will introduce engaging workshops and industry relevant break-out presentations plus access to executive coaching, professional headshots and brand development, engaging panels featuring DSO's brightest leaders, pensive networking, mentorship, the Women in DSO Leadership Award, and more.
For a limited time, new member organizations can join and receive up to (5) registrations free. Contact info@womenindso.org to learn more.