#1310 Lexy Franklin | Former Facebook Exec Will Help You Get A Promotion

Feb 14, 2024

Lexy Franklin, former Facebook exec and CEO of Sidebar, discusses professional development, the future of work, importance of small groups, lessons from Facebook, and how Sidebar accelerates your career.

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INSIGHT

Drive for Excellence at Work

People are driven to excel at work, dedicating significant time to their careers.
Despite this dedication, finding time for professional growth can be challenging, leading individuals to seek resources online and in communities.

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Self-Development in Tech

Unlike regulated industries with structured professional development, the tech industry offers more freedom but less guidance.
Individuals seek growth through various avenues, but traditional methods like manager discussions and peer interactions are weakening due to remote work.

ANECDOTE

Sidebar: A Leadership Program

Sidebar is a leadership program accelerating careers through peer groups, a virtual platform, and personalized curriculum.
It matches people for optimal growth, emphasizing tactical value and outcomes over networking.

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Lexy Franklin is the Founder & CEO of Sidebar, and a former Facebook employee who has tons of lessons learned from one of the greatest companies in all of Silicon Valley. In this conversation, we talk about professional development, future of work, importance of small groups for career growth, lessons from Facebook, and how Sidebar can accelerate your career.

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