Let’s get one thing straight—no Corporate Girl rises alone. Behind every woman landing game-changing promotions, negotiating her worth, and walking into boardrooms like she owns the place, there’s a power circle—a network of women who uplift, advocate, and open doors for each other.

But here’s where so many of us get stuck:
❌ We think networking is just schmoozy small talk.
❌ We hesitate to reach out, afraid we’ll seem needy.
❌ We’ve been burned by toxic competition in the past.
❌ We tell ourselves we should be able to do it alone.

Reality check? The most successful women don’t climb the ladder alone—they build it together.

And that’s exactly what we’re talking about in this week’s episode of Corporate IT Girl: Rise, Shine, and Make ‘Em Remember You—where I’m giving you the 4 steps to build your dream career circle. Because if you’re ready to level up, get seen, and step into your full potential, your network is the secret sauce.

🎙 Hit play now on Apple Podcast, Spotify ,Youtube & start building your power circle:

Why Your Career Circle is Your Golden Ticket

The workplace can be isolating—especially for women of color. We work twice as hard, break through more barriers, and still find ourselves the only one in the room.

But when you have a squad of powerful women in your corner? Game. Changer.

A strong career network gives you:
💡 A built-in support system to push past imposter syndrome.
💡 People who drop your name in rooms you’re not even in.
💡 Access to opportunities, mentors, and inside intel you wouldn’t find alone.
💡 A constant reminder that you are NOT in this alone.

💥 When women connect instead of compete, we don’t just win—we dominate.

So, if you’re craving that kind of energy, I’ve got you.
💬 Join my FREE Facebook group: Corporate Girl Circle: Build, Bond, Break Barriers. This is your space to connect, strategize, and get the support you need to rise.

The 4 Steps to Building Your Power Circle

Look, I get it—building a career network sounds great in theory, but how do you actually do it without feeling awkward or forced?

Let’s break it down:

🔥 Step 1: Define What You Need
Before you start reaching out, get clear on what kind of support you actually need.

❓ Do you need a mentor to help you break into leadership?
❓ An accountability partner to keep you moving forward?
❓ A community of like-minded women to share insights & opportunities?

When you know what you need, you can start intentionally building the right relationships.

🔥 Step 2: Reach Out Like a Boss
This is where most people hesitate. "But what if they say no?" Who cares? Focus on the ones who say YES.

💌 Compliment someone’s work and start a convo.
☕ Invite a colleague to coffee or a quick Zoom chat.
📲 DM that industry leader you admire—you’d be surprised how many say yes.

And remember: most women are craving this kind of connection too.

🔥 Step 3: Create a Space for Growth
Want deeper connections? Make space for them.

🔹 Host monthly check-ins with your work besties.
🔹 Start a LinkedIn group chat with power women in your industry.
🔹 Join an established community (psst…like Corporate Girl Circle!)

Networking isn’t just about meeting people. It’s about building relationships.