Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about how to optimize career success. In today's competitive world, leveraging the wisdom of a mentor can be a ...

Mentors are mentors because they want to be helpful. Mentees provide mentors with that opportunity. Whether you are a mentor ...

Twenty years ago, if you’d asked the typical academic where coaching was happening on their campus, they’d point to the football stadium. Today academics are increasingly aware of the value of faculty ...

Like any journey worth taking, mentoring comes with its own set of challenges. Here are some best practices for navigating the obstacles that will inevitably arise. Hundreds of mentors and mentees ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rachel Wells is a writer who covers leadership, AI, and upskilling. If you look at the lives and careers of some of the world's ...

Bad mentor stories are everywhere in academe. Earlier in my career when I coached doctoral students, some version of “I am having problems with my mentor” surfaced more than just about any other issue ...

Are you stuck managing tasks instead of inspiring your team? Leadership is more than execution — it’s about leaving a legacy. Here’s how to transition from a manager to a mentor who makes a lasting ...

I used to think mentorship was just about finding someone successful in your field who could spare a few minutes of their ...