A mentor is a caring and patient well-respected clinician with vast experience who devotes their time to nurture a younger colleague.
A mentor may perform numerous functions including:
- Teaching the mentee about a specific issue
- Coaching the mentee on a particular skill
- Facilitating the mentee’s growth by sharing resources and networks
- Challenging the mentee to move beyond his or her comfort zone
- Creating a safe learning environment
- Focusing on the mentee’s total development
If you believe you have something to offer – consider becoming a Mentor!
If you are new to the world of nutrition support and believe you could benefit from a mentor OR would like to offer your services, consider joining our Career or Writer's Mentoring Programs!