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The Connected Network That Matters on Women's Day
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As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Tata Communications, where we primarily enable the digital ecosystems of global enterprises, I encounter connections everywhere. From the steady traffic of data packets to the invisible threads that tie businesses and customers together, networks are the lifeblood of our digital world.
On International Women's Day (IWD) today, though, I’d like to take the opportunity to celebrate a different kind of network – not one built of wires and code, but of mentorship, support, and empowerment for women in technology. The need to instill mentorship and sponsorship
The mentor-mentee relationship is frequently advantageous for both – offering professional guidance, new insights, and mutual encouragement. And leading companies need to take steps to help women in technical roles connect with people with more experience, recognising that senior colleagues play an important role in the professional development of workers who are early in their careers. In the professional life of early workers, direct managers often play an important role. They possess firsthand insights into the responsibilities and performance of employees, who may function as coaches, advocates or decision makers in advancing their careers. However, junior IT staff managers often lack sufficient training and expertise in management. Despite the best intentions, this can lead to inconsistent experiences for newly hired employees. A supportive network does matter My own journey (nearly three decades long) serves as a testament to the power of this ‘connected network’. As a young woman entering the tech industry, I was often the only woman in the room. But I was fortunate to have incredible mentors who believed in me, challenged me to grow, and opened doors I wouldn't have found otherwise. At Tata Communications specifically, they saw potential I didn't yet see in myself. Their encouragement was instrumental in shaping my career trajectory as I steadily moved from Senior Vice President, Global Network Services to President, Global Network, Cloud and Data Center Services and currently, the CTO."Here's where mentorship, sponsorship, and genuine support can be crucial. Mentorship offers guidance and knowledge from experienced professionals, while sponsorship actively opens doors and advocates for your advancement. Together, they form a powerful force that can propel women forward in their tech careers."

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