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336: Common Sense Is Not Common Sense

Embedded.fm · 2 Jul 2020 · 1h 12m · Episode 336

What this episode covers

Falana Benton, an Engineer in Residence at Facebook and co-founder of DivTechSpace, discusses the nuances of mentoring, distinguishing between mentoring, coaching, and sponsorship. She explains how her platform DivTechSpace supports BIPOC students through anonymous resume reviews and mock interviews to bridge access gaps in tech careers. Benton shares practical advice for mentors on setting expectations, avoiding the 'savior' mindset, and providing honest, constructive feedback without overwhelming mentees.

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early-stage companies

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Companies
Facebook, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Amazon, Fitbit, EY, Deloitte, SparkFun
Products
DivTechSpace
Also
Camille Fournier, Michelle Obama

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