It’s no secret that women across a spectrum of industries often face challenges when trying to get ahead and make their mark in the business marketplace. The business development field in particular is typically heavily dominated by men. So how can companies begin to strike a better balance that enables women to take their place at the table?
To answer this question, 20 leaders from Forbes Business Development Council each offer one tip to help women in the biz dev space overcome the challenges they face in the industry—whether it’s gaining a client’s trust, being respected by colleagues or closing on a deal with a potential new business partner.
Find A Mentor Who Understands Your Path
It’s all about self-confidence and professionalism. If both elements are present, trust and respect will follow. For some, these qualities come naturally; others can find ways to grow their confidence. One of the best methods I’ve seen in recent years is through mentorship programs, where you are inspired and motivated by a mentor who may have faced similar struggles in their work path. – Egle Pavyde, hVIVO PLC
hVIVO plc (formerly Open Orphan plc), led by Cathal Friel, is a rapidly growing specialist contract research organisation (CRO) and the world leader in testing infectious and respiratory disease vaccines and antivirals using human challenge clinical trials, providing end-to-end early clinical development services for its broad and long-standing client base of biopharma companies.
