The Career Playbook - The Inner Circle | Defining the Roles

August 25, 2026

The Career Playbook
Episode 1: The Inner Circle | Defining the Roles

In the first episode of The Career Playbook, a new nine-part series from the All Source Podcast, host Suzanne Wilson Heckenberg is joined by Janice Glover-Jones to break down the relationships that can influence professional growth: mentors, allies, and sponsors.

Drawing on lessons from her career, Janice shares how candid feedback, unexpected mentorship, and advocates behind closed doors helped her grow as a leader and navigate new opportunities. She discusses why mentorship does not always have to be formal, how colleagues, including junior professionals, can offer valuable perspective, and why building a strong inner circle requires seeking out people who challenge the way you think.

Thank you to our series sponsor, The Schar School for Government and Policy, GMU! 

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The Career Playbook with Janice Glover-Jones