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How to Be a Mentee: Advice from a Young Professional

Written by Nina Banks (’23), Fellow in the Office of Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University When I reflect on my experiences as a student at Wake Forest, I am awe stricken by how many relationships I’ve nourished during my time here. However, […]


How to Prepare for a Mentoring Conversation

Engaging in an intentional mentoring relationship at work – whether as a mentor or mentee – is a key skill to develop. We all need people to be successful as we navigate our personal and professional lives. So how do you show up for mentoring […]


Why You Should Seek Out Short-Term Mentoring

Do you need to seek out a short-term mentor at work? Whether you’re hoping to find support and feedback within your current job role or want help working towards your career goals, a short-term mentoring relationship may be just what you need. In this […]


The Value of Short-term Mentorship

By Allison McWilliams (’95), Ph.D., Assistant VP, Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development, Wake Forest University At this point you likely have heard that you need to find mentors, sponsors, and other support systems to build a successful career. In this age of


How Managers Can Help with Impostor Syndrome

By Allison McWilliams (’95), Ph.D., Assistant VP, Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development, Wake Forest University When new employees join your organization, they have a lot to learn, right off the bat, ranging from where to park to when they are expected in the […]


Building Relationships that Work at Work

By Allison McWilliams (’95), Ph.D., Assistant VP, Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development, Wake Forest University There are few things that are more important, and more challenging, than building great relationships at work. And, as someone who is just starting out, you are probably […]


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