63: The Lunch That Launched a Career: Shocking Networking Secrets from a Global Tech Leader

Living While Leading with Sharon Ehrlich

Dorothee Ritz, Senior Vice President and Global Leader at Kyndryl, discusses networking mastery with Sharon Ehrlich, host of the Living While Leading podcast.
With more than 30 years of digital transformation experience, Dorothee explores networks' crucial role in shaping her career path. She provides practical advice on building and maintaining professional relationships, highlighting the significance of authenticity and generosity.
Dorothee challenges common misconceptions about networking, particularly for women, and presents strategies to overcome discomfort with self-promotion. The discussion examines how networking has evolved in the digital age, balancing traditional methods and modern platforms like LinkedIn. Dorothee's experiences, from navigating new markets to receiving career-changing advice, offer valuable lessons for ambitious professionals aiming to advance their careers through strategic networking.
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Over my career, I have accepted various promotions in the corporate space.
Then, at a certain point, I realized that something was very wrong.
I was the only woman in the room. Perhaps there were other women out there experiencing the same. And perhaps those women needed mentors. So, I decided to walk away from my high-paying executive job and started Living While Leading.
High-performing women deserve to be supported through the unique challenges they face in male-dominated spaces.
This is where OWN THE ROOM comes in. You work hard to build your expertise and reputation. You may question if you’re genuinely being seen or heard in specific spaces. This self-doubt impacts visibility, erodes confidence, and affects how others perceive your value.
In your one-off OWN THE ROOM 90-minute private session, I’ll help prioritize individual goals and brainstorm actionable steps.

Then, there’s my 3-month coaching program: the LWL 4-step system. You get weekly tailored sessions for 3 months for 1 hour to help you reach your goals.
Don’t wait for the “perfect” time to invest in yourself. The right time is now. Work with me to unlock your potential and ensure you own every room you enter.

Click here to work with Sharon.
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1. Introduction and guest welcome (00:00:00)

2. Dorothee Ritz's background (00:01:50)

3. Networking's role in career advancement (00:03:52)

4. Building a network in a new location (00:05:27)

5. Traditional vs. digital networking (00:06:53)

6. Overcoming self-promotion hesitancy (00:09:31)

7. Trusting career advice (00:11:16)

8. Intentional network building (00:13:41)

9. Understanding personal branding (00:16:29)

10. Starting a network in a new sector (00:17:35)

11. Digital networking opportunities (00:19:35)

12. Giving back to your network (00:20:41)

13. Networking event strategies (00:22:37)

14. Common networking mistakes (00:23:28)

15. Closing thoughts (00:25:25)