Who Speaks for You When You’re Not in the Room? Why True Advocates Matter in the Workplace

In today’s workplace, your reputation often arrives before you do—and lingers long after you leave the room. That’s why true advocates matter. This article explores the power of building relationships with people who speak your name in rooms of opportunity, protect your credibility, and help you grow—even in your absence. For HR professionals, leaders, and changemakers, this is the reminder: you deserve the kind of support you so often give to others.