Health and Human Services Professional Development

What is a Mentor and How do I Find One? by   Mikki Sherwood   on   July 4, 2013 Most of us have heard of the importance of mentoring. However, do we really know what that means? I know I really struggled with the concept of mentoring when I was a student. The whole idea was intimidating to me. A mentor is someone that guides or advises on a regular basis. A mentor is honest, but supportive, and has the time to spend with you. According to  WiseGeek.com   “Mentors share their body of experience, relating what they have learned in ways that will connect with the newcomer.” Please note that a mentor should want to get to know you and be willing to form a mutual relationship. A mentor does not just teach, but will collaborate with you in a supportive manner. According to  Forbes.com  “Mentoring is a responsibility; a commitment that requires valuable time and focused attention to assure the mentee’s goals are progressing forward.” Finding, ...

Are YOU Smarter than a 5th Grader? Advice from the “Kid President” by   Mikki Sherwood   on   July 28, 2013   Nine-year-old Robby Novak has unbelievable charisma. His “Kid President” videos are taking the internet by storm. In this pep talk, he gives advice for doing “something that will make the world awesome.” His advice: Don’t be boring. If life is a game, aren’t we all on the same team? Don’t stop believing. I want to be on the path that leads to awesome. Keep going, and going, and going, and going. What will you create to make the world more awesome? Nothing if you just keep sitting there! https://youtu.be/l-gQLqv9f4o?list=PLzvRx_johoA8PC6S5k5S2SszRQOR8oSEa *Originally posted on the Career Skillet website (Permission granted by Jill Bowers).