In this episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries sits down with Marie Corcoran, a leader at 3M and a passionate advocate for women’s mentorship. They discuss how mentorship plays a vital role in personal and professional growth, share their own stories of impactful mentors, and highlight actionable steps for women looking to mentor or be mentored.
Marie emphasizes the power of women supporting women, the importance of active listening in mentorship relationships, and how organizations like NextUp help advance women in leadership. Whether you’re looking for a mentor, hoping to become one, or just want to build a stronger support network, this episode provides insights and inspiration to take action.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why mentorship is essential for career and leadership growth.
✅ How strong female leaders can shape careers and open doors.
✅ The importance of active listening in mentorship relationships.
✅ How to find a mentor or start a mentorship program.
✅ Why women should champion each other in their careers.
✅ How mentorship fosters community and support.
✅ Why taking action is the first step toward making an impact.
Ways to Take Action:
🌟 Find a mentor, be a mentor! Seek out mentorship opportunities in your industry or community.
📢 Get involved with organizations like NextUp to support women in leadership.
💬 Share this episode and encourage the women in your life to start mentorship conversations.
💛 Are you inspired to take action? Take action and make an impact on a child affected by childhood cancer. Support the much-needed funding for childhood cancer by making a donation NOW to CCRF!
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Hosted by Brandi DeVries: Advocate, fundraiser, and Mrs. Minnesota International 2025.
Thank you to guest Marie Corcoran and follow her on IG.
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