How to find the person who can help you get ahead at work | Carla Harris

[@omololadaudu9297]

Lord her confidence and style of speech is excellent! This is the level of confidence and speech excellence I am working towards.

[@laniebryan7375]

I hope you get it and that others will appreciate your level of confidence and style of speech as much as you appreciates hers! Best of luck to you!

[@markhumphriesministries6988]

This lady is IT! What she says works. I went from being over qualified in my new job, to being promoted up several brackets to a place where I was not qualified, but assured that I would do well. The company CEO is my personal mentor now.... Thank you Carla Harris

[@deepisaddictedtoyt]

She is the definition of a strong woman

[@bakerchen4974]

She is brilliant, performance currency and relationship currency

[@CareyDigital]

Absolutely love her.

[@TheGeorgegenesis]

Indeed one of the best TED videos I've seen in a while. Concise, precise and impactful.

[@nicholibaldron8171]

This is one of the better TED Talks.

[@tiffanysanya1349]

I wish someone had showed me this before I joined the work force post graduation! I was always taught to work hard and put my head down but on raising my head, I would see those who were not putting in the same level of effort be promoted. Why? They were better at navigating workplace politics and most importantly prioritised developing relationships with key decision makers. Thanks Carla for helping me to finally connect the dots!

[@saltandlightofficial]

When you speak up for others to the influential bosses at the top, people will also think better of you because a good leader is one who identifies potential in someone and verbalise it.

[@harveyday1842]

It is incredible how she delivered such an impactfull speech in such a short amount of time. This speech provides a wealth of knowledge.

[@powerhour4602]

This is the best TED talk I have ever listened to. It's because it's pragmatic, concrete, and doesn't dive into the past, or dwell on victimization on any level. It's a "If you want to know, here you go" type of talk from someone who has been there. It's not a put down to anyone. Thanks for the inspiration today and the work you put in on every yesterday to create the experience to share your ideas here. Simply beautiful.

[@KevinGH76]

Right, because a black female executive giving a talk about career progression would naturally delve into the past and unwarranted victimization themes. You people, I swear!

[@eddiejnls]

Simply one of the best TED Talks I've heard in the last 2 years

[@shesontop]

Agreed. Great advice

[@RikThomas]

I can't tell you how powerful this message is. I have shared it now hundreds of times and I put it to work for me almost two years ago. This is, perhaps, the #1 rule in managing your career.

[@roses.9181]

I spent 3 years in the same role wondering why everyone was being promoted around me despite me having stellar KPIs. As soon as I implemented this, I was promoted 4 months later. I’ve now shared this to my colleagues who are wondering how I got promoted. It’s not my MO to gate-keep. I believe there is room for all of us to be successful, and I will gladly extend my hand to help for those who ask. Maybe it’s good karmic energy or what ever lol, but I love putting positivity into the universe. This video was so impactful to my career and has completed changed its trajectory.

[@tenkolew]

My mentor told me to get a sponsor and I looked up what that meant and found Carla Harris. I’m glad I found her. She’s just awesome. Thank you 🙏

[@roses.9181]

I spent 3 years in the same role wondering why everyone was being promoted around me despite me having stellar KPIs. As soon as I implemented this, I was promoted 4 months later. I’ve now shared this video to my colleagues who are wondering how I got promoted. It’s not my MO to gate-keep. I believe there is room for all of us to be successful, and I will gladly extend my hand to help for those who ask. Maybe it’s good karmic energy or what ever lol, but I love putting positivity into the universe. This video was so impactful to my career and has completed changed its trajectory.

[@ahmed51988]

You're a wonderful being for sharing knowledge and wisdom with colleagues that so many merely see as competitors.

[@roses.9181]

@@ahmed51988 Why thank you! I try my best!

[@KyleSavi]

Oozing confidence, impeccable clarity and power. I will do my upmost and get coaching to come across this way. This is true swagger. no clothes, diamonds or any material can outshine this display, this Woman.

[@X_Capital_Resources]

This talk keeps becoming more and more important as we go through everything. I watch it at least twice a year, and recommend it to others.

[@omnidimensional]

FACTS! The problem with most is that they are one-dimensional. In the case of personal relationships, we tend to simply do enough to get by, and if we have a performance relationship, we tend to keep it as such; expecting the results/promotions to be handed to us. Meanwhile, those with a more personal relationship seemingly reap more rewards due to the "currency factor," but aren't entirely trusted to go that extra mile needed for a promotion. Rarely do we know how to do both effectively. Ultimately, this was one of the best TED talks I've heard in a while! Not only because of the delivery and the person delivering it, but because of the fact that these simple tips apply from the working-class level, all the way up to the Wall Street level!

[@nhogan84]

"The way to grow your power is to give it away" Wow.

[@nyrena1554]

Nicholas Hogan that was good wasn’t it!

[@kalalemambwe715]

I'm here in 2020 and she had me at that

[@ben8140]

Trump should have listened to this advice if he wants to keep the allied countries.

[@marbeeen]

"The way to grow your power... is to give it away." Thank you. I will forever take these words with me.

[@BeLeo]

I want to work for this woman! What a honest leader!

[@alejis1226]

outstanding speaker!!! such elegance!!

[@connectkarim]

"the only way to grow your power is to give it away!" So counter intuitive yet so elegant. 👏👏👏

[@fediaj9830]

This is one of the best Ted talks I have ever listened to. So valuable.

[@saumenbhattacharjee98]

What a speech!!! Not only are these words of wisdom, they're also delivered in such a powerful manner!! Just so much to learn from just these few minutes!!!

[@fnihp30]

So this is how what I consider “under performers” got promoted! They knew how to navigate the politics as well as find & build relationships with sponsors. Just keeping your head down and working hard is not enough or even working. Got to build strong relationships.

[@H2786-m2z]

Doesn't work for all people especially those with poor English skills

[@dicksonkaremberi2370]

Hahahahaha

[@TheWinningNadz]

Just leaving this comment here so that when I get to where I want to be using this advice I can remember the days of small beginnings. Thank you Ms Carla.

[@shilliard1888]

This!!!

[@TheMwendaa]

Facts

[@elinguiuriel]

Coursera course "Career planning: Your career, your life" by Macquarie University brought me here !

[@VictorLima-sx9zl]

One of the best TED talks videos that I've seen so far. Amazing speaker and really useful insights. Congrats!

[@christynpienaar]

she speaks so damn well - i want more info here.. this is great

[@ggll5240]

What does that even mean? As opposed to who?

[@KevinGH76]

@@ggll5240 as in speaks well for a ... Ugh!

[@9jah4lyf]

But she does speak well, lol. Why does it have to be compared to anything?

[@2012loveyourself]

@@KevinGH76 why? why ? Be part of the solution not part of the problem.

[@caroldanvers265]

I've learned how to get promoted the right way and her advice helped me to seek out the sponsors that's advocating for me. Fantastic advice! One of the best Ted talks EVER!

[@alamicrodev6526]

Captain Marvel?

[@erikrowell5820]

I am in literal tears at "the way to grow your power is by giviig it away".

[@paulnicosia8804]

Carla's talk taught me why my career failed. I had lots of Performance Currency - top-shelf operational turnaround and continuous improvement skills. But I didn't have any Relationship Currency. Not a drop. Consequently, I wasn't able to keep my health, job, and lifestyle.

[@trebmaster]

Brilliant woman, and brilliant delivery of a very helpful speech!

[@MelanieGraceTV]

This is by far the most valuable TED Talk produced. Thank you, Ms. Harris.

[@shesontop]

Agreed :)

[@inethawashington9776]

She is an amazing speaker. I working on that level of confidence with my speaking. Having a sponsor is necessary.

[@justinmedina2050]

Her last 10s (@12:50) are strong words for those who understand them. Thank you.

[@biologyby2301]

Oh Mann! She ..she's .just incredible.there's something in her voice.which will hook you up till the end.hats off to you lady👐

[@daramorgan8524]

Whew this was powerful. She's exactly right. Having someone speaking on your half is important.

[@adea1868]

This woman is the real deal... she definitely spent her currency to give me my first Wall Street job

[@guiller2371]

That seems to be true everywhere. She is brilliant

[@guiller2371]

@Marian Gherca Probably not, but the first impression imputted by the judges tend to lead the conversation, especially if they are very influencial. They can even negotiate a second chance that would never be given to you otherwise.

[@bartoszlenart4664]

The most important lessson I've learnt so far in terms of my professional development.

[@danielvasylenko1486]

Amazingly well-structured, engaging and inspiring speech! A true pearl among the variety of great TED talks. Thank you so much!

[@user-vu5pc7bf9l]

She's it, love the energy super insightful and inspiring, thanks for this.

[@onegoodmichael]

Carla Harris… wow!

[@carolyn2620]

Ma’am, Thank you. It’s a little late for me but I’ve shared your message to the next generation of up & coming leaders.

[@jeemadex]

This is one of the best talk I've seen on TED.

[@elisabetholson9217]

Ms. Harris, you are amazing. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@aliciacain7587]

Listened about 4 times! Such an ah ha moment for me .

[@vdiitd]

In an ideal world this would be deemed as dirty politics or immoral, but this is our reality. I appreciate her for being honest with us. I am someone who has never sought anyone at a strong position to do me a favor at my work. But now I realize whenever there is a "human element" involved you need that whether it is work, family or any other place. Time to change myself.

[@00kob]

Já assisti pelo menos umas 10 vezes esta mesma palestra. A primeira vez ouvi pelo Spotify, onde a conheci. Digo sem receios que é a melhor oratória que já ouvi!!! Uso como referência pra minha vida profissional!!

[@dnice8430]

This is TRULY the key to success!

[@noelle2959]

one of the best Ted talks. I would love to hear more from this woman

[@baetsings]

I love the way she puts in stories into her motivational speeches. She inspires me alot

[@SoGood09]

Thank you for this TED talk! People pay a lot of money for this stuff

[@afuadarko6950]

This is one of the best TED talks ever

[@localtraveller2869]

Such a quality speaker delivering such a quality speech. Brilliant.

[@ZiemniakPospolity]

She speaks so good, just like a movie character, amazing

[@salmale3783]

Her observation is a skill that we all should develop

[@gvgandhi]

I'm a little surprised that view count is quite low, is the topic dry or people want to rely on pure performance to grow and think using relations to grow isn't ethical. Totally agree subjectivity at workplace is common, people express opinion, at round table or in the corridor, you do need someone above you to represent you, however performance is the key. Someone can only dress up GOOD to look BETTER...hard to dress up OKAY. PERFORMANCE IS THE KEY. Be a performer and people come and find you to fight your cause.

[@pauloyewusi2606]

This is just one of the best TED Talk I have listened to in a while. Thank you 💜

[@chibby4038]

Lindsey and Zaheer, thank you for reviewing this to me in 2012. I got promoted 18 months after

[@elenamarz3030]

This Lady is a real Queen. Sincerly, Elena

[@thegraduatesleadershipacad7887]

This WOW! WOW!! WOW!!! An amazing speaker and teacher.

[@mahlina1220]

I wish I could find someone with integrity who would like to mentor, especially in an economic environment where jobs are scarce!

[@phyllislogie]

A VERY POWERFUL PRESENTATION. HARD HITTING AND TO THE POINT. I ENJOYED IT AND CERTAINLY LEARNED FROM IT.

[@shantelmuhammad]

Message and messenger was spot on ! This was indeed power given away I’m grateful you lead by example let me make sure I do my best always we never know who’s watching

[@thelaundryladies987]

E X C E L L E N T The best 13 minutes and 24 seconds I've experienced!! Congratulations on the discovery that led to THIS share. Hmmm who is presenting my papers? Continued blessings!!!

[@coreym6571]

this is such a good Ted Talk, she is so right.

[@kurtislawler]

I was in the position of using my power for someone I knew, to get him a job. Because I was friends with him and had a few classes together, I knew his character. I did it for him to get a job that he could excel at. I even told him that I stood up for him and got him the job. He didn't put forth the effort I sold. I was disappointed not only in him, but myself. I had hoped he would have done better then his work ethic. I didn't lose my credit as a good worker, but I lost the juice to help someone else.

[@BiancaAguglia]

Your story shows the problem with this TED talk: it doesn't make it perfectly clear that you need to be great at your work before you can have the audacity to look for a sponsor. In other words, earn performance currency. Then use it to purchase relationship currency. Otherwise, you're just taking advantage of the person who sponsored you. You're spending their own performance currency. 😉 I'm sure you didn't need to learn this lesson the hard way but it will help you make better decisions about who to sponsor in the future.

[@kurtislawler]

@@BiancaAguglia I agree with what your saying. What I was talking about, is from the viewpoint of a sponsor. She never went into the details of that. She did say the three things on why someone may not sponsor you, but not being a sponsor themselves. That is what I was getting across. That I had the power to sponsor someone to be hired, but lost that power, when that person proved to be uncredible. However my credit as a worker didn't fade. Knowing you are a sponsor has a big responsibility tied with it. And not only are you selling a workers credit, but putting your own on the table too. If you keep suggesting to bring in or promote the wrong people. They will stop listening to you. If you ever get that chance to be a sponsor. Take great thought into the ones you back. For you should stand up for the hard worker and not an underachiever.

[@BiancaAguglia]

@@kurtislawler "Stand up for the hard worker and not the underachiever." That's what I was trying to say. Only you said it better. 😁

[@kurtislawler]

@@BiancaAguglia sorry for the miscommunication, too. 😀

[@Paulmazuk]

This is the best talk I've seen in a long time.

[@ekammaiwok3934]

Excellent speech. Wise words. Great role model for career women

[@TheReyila]

I can’t stop watching anything which Carla Harris is part of it. Wow what an incredible confident and wise woman❤️ I want to be like her so so bad 💪💪🙌🙌one day !

[@halimaalshy3844]

It's such a good morning to hear these beautiful words of encouragement.

[@Carlbveg]

This is so important to know going into the work force. Great talk.

[@missyshell6314]

Carla - I wish I had heard this at the beginning of my career. Thank you for sharing

[@paperspeaksco]

Damn, didn't know just how much I needed to hear this, until I did

[@olajumoke1965]

Such an outstanding speaker, such elegance!

[@marciaskervin5842]

Powerful, I love her confidence!!

[@bijoumwaura3735]

AMAZING ❤❤❤ My father recommended this video to me and it is so beneficial 💯

[@lyndabennett1396]

I love the focus on using responses and feedback constructively. There is always a lesson to be learned.

[@EricBZink]

Definitely makes a difference to find that right person who can help! Great channel and use it as inspiration with my personal channel!

[@marquezjensen2013]

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[@Ubun2_]

The 4th reason he might tell you 'NO' is that he probably has another candidate for promotion at the time of asking. Persevere. Awesome talk/advice though.

[@penninahthegrace3036]

So amazing, even someone of a low class like me got something here🙏

[@karliedas5704]

Every single word a gem! so apt! Nothing summarised my 10 years of work life better!!!

[@t3b0g0]

This is very practical, simple and doable. Bang on.

[@chinleepek]

Love this speech and it really touches my heart in many ways. Thanks for sharing!

[@Liusila]

She’s so good. I bet she’s got lots of “juice” in any room!

[@alabaolaniyi]

I come back just to listen to this again today.

[@violet-trash]

Best TED video in a while.

[@shesontop]

Agreed. Great advice.

[@destinyngaronga2346]

Yup. I haven't watched one in months until I saw this one.

[@charmedprince]

Agree so much. I had to have at least three on time product deliveries to my clients before I could ask for advance payments from them. Prove yourself first before you can ask for more!

[@BiancaAguglia]

@Tyler Durden Very good point. You have to prove yourself first. Otherwise, you're being unfair to your sponsor. Put yourself in a sponsor's shoes: would YOU sponsor a person if you're not sure they work hard and do their job well? Your comment shows that you already know the answer. 😉

[@evamatwil]

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, Miss Carla!! So much has been clarified through your wisdom. I am so glad you shared.

[@dennislu8790]

wow, what an influential talk. bravo

[@rahimlawrence7236]

Thank you for signing my book. I look forward to your mentoring videos you provide on KZbin. ❤ Keep up the good work.

[@hazeldsouza9568]

One of the best Ted Talks I've ever heard ❤

[@JettPalmer]

Excellent delivery! Could she do a talk on presenting skills?!

[@michaelgray1223]

Wow! That’s reality!

[@cindyhalpern3187]

She is a genius. I wish I could meet her to create a strategy for what I am trying to accomplish with my writing!

[@mondemukumbuta5228]

This is deep thank you. Love iy

[@TjRizzles09]

She’s so inspiring

[@vaibhavgupta20]

Such a great Ted talk.

[@SOANGIE4]

This is excellent valuable information.

[@Mehdi_8V]

I'm an English teacher who is trying to climb the totem pole and I have a long way ahead of me. I enjoyed this talk as I believe I do possess those two currencies. I make some performance currency when I'm at class trying to teach some grammatical point to my students and they seem to be bored. I'll tell them to close their book and to get together around me to watch a movie together and learn something from it. I don't really believe in sticking to the textbook and turning pages. I literally make my students have fun at class. I also make relationship currency when I sit next to my students trying to chat with them about our favorite video games and cut them some slack when they didn't do their homework. I'm not sure this is completely correct but I've seen my students learn better this way and each term they seem to be among the top students of the institution. I just deeply care about them and they've proved to the best sponsors for me and my visibility. But, for me, it is not an end to itself. Should the day come I'm a famous and competent teacher in our town, I'll get back to class, sit beside them and tell them we were going to try something new that day to have fun in learning.

[@xyxy5978]

Please don't try to be everybody's darling. If the textbook is not good, try another one. Read books about learning and the human mind. Learn as many languages as possible and you'll understand better how languages work. Your students will be impressed when you speak everybody's mother tongue and show that you have some talent as a language learner yourself. The majority of people can be popular in no time, but not many can be impressive. Please don't talk about videogames to your students, but instead about the world out there. Have them do short presentations on complex topics as soon as possible. Give them a glimpse into the world of arts, politics, everything they don't know the first thing about. Language is about content and beauty. Nobody remembers their popular teachers. Everyone remembers those who inspired them. Those will never be forgotten. 😊