In this episode of HR Coffee Time Sharon Peake (CEO of Shape Talent) talks through the 8 people in your network who will set you up for career success. Listen to the episode to find out who these 8 people are and what you can do to identify them and build a relationship with them.This is the last in a series of episodes about networking. The other episodes on this topic are:·     Episode 16: How to become more confident about networking·     Episode 15: How networking can help your career·     Episode 11: Networking – the 3 most important networks for your careerKey Points From This Episode[01:52] Introduction to Sharon Peake and the work that Shape Talent does[03:31] How Sharon identified the 8 people you need in your network[05:31] Why women find it harder to build strong networks for their careers[07:41] Your operational network – experts and navigators[08:37] Your network for growth – mentors, challengers & accountability partners[10:31] Your strategic network – connectors[14:20] The power of weak ties[17:18] Your strategic network – sponsors & key bearers[20:38] How to find a sponsor[25:39] How to take action to identify and build relationships with the 8 key people[30:00] Easy-to-implement networking tips[34:17] Sharon’s book recommendation, “Working Identity” by Herminia IbarraUseful Links From This EpisodeReview the HR Coffee Time podcast on Apple PodcastsConnect with Fay on LinkedInThe Bright Sky Career Coaching website Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn Shape Talent’s websiteWhitepaper: 3 barriers to women’s progression – what organisations can doSharon’s article: The 8 critical people you need in your network & how to find them Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please do rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.If you're kind enough to leave a review, please do let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk. Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new...