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Mentoring and the Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Lance D Burrell
Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology September 2018, 46 (3) 231-236; DOI: https://doi.org/10.2967/jnmt.118.210120
Lance D Burrell
Center for Quantitative Cancer Imaging, Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
MS, CNMT, PET, RT(CT)
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    Types of Formal, Informal, and Peer-to-Peer Mentoring

    TypeDescription
    Situational mentoringShort-term situation with specific purpose
    Supervisory mentoringExperienced leader who coaches and guides
    Circular mentoringDifferent levels of leadership meeting at a common level
    Flash mentoringSingle meeting to quickly attack specific issue
    Mosaic mentoringInvolvement by underrepresented groups to improve perspective
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    Mentoring Techniques

    TechniqueDescription
    AccompanyingCommitting to a caring and quality process
    SowingPreparing mentee for success through upfront effort
    CatalyzingDriving rapid change and growth by turning up pressure
    ShowingDemonstrating how something is to be done, with emphasis on details
    HarvestingFocusing on the desired outcome; asking questions so that mentees make conclusions for themselves
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    Mentoring Benefits

    MentorMentee
    Improved wellnessImproved wellness
    Renewed appreciation for careerIncreased interest in career
    Professional developmentProfessional development
    Improved leadership skillsGuidance
    New perspectivesCoaching
    Knowledge gained from menteeLife and professional skills
    Personal development and growthImproved confidence
    Ability to invest in the futureGoal setting
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    Mentoring Tips

    MentorMentee
    Find someone to mentorSeek opportunities for growth
    Invest in your mentee’s successValue your mentor’s time
    Give open, honest feedbackValue feedback and act on it
    Sponsor and promoteBuild trust by being dependable
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    • THE MENTORING ENVIRONMENT
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    • TIPS FOR THE MENTEE
    • MENTORING IN THE FUTURE
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