Mentorship vs. sponsorship: What actually gets women into health system C-suites?

The push for women in healthcare leadership highlights the difference between mentorship and sponsorship, with sponsorship proving more effective for advancement. Despite women comprising the majority of entry-level positions, their representation in C-suite roles has only slightly improved, rising from 29% to 35% between 2020 and 2024. This slow progress underscores the need for more than just mentorship; sponsorship, which involves advocating and pushing for opportunities, seems crucial in breaking through the glass ceiling in healthcare management.