mentorship
noun
men·tor·ship
ˈmen-ˌtȯr-ˌship 
-tər-
: the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor
Francie rides under the mentorship of Rodney Jenkins.—
Ami Rosi
Ami RosiThe solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.—Nathan Thornburgh
Nathan ThornburghSenior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.—Jill Filipovic
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That said, both parties must be equally committed for a mentorship agreement to work.
—Leen Kawas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While the former president expressed his joy regarding Cavuto’s departure, Fox News colleagues reflected on years of mentorship from the veteran journalist.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
The initiative was created by Jolene Rodriguez, CEO of Broken English Productions, to support and empower new women directors in the film industry through mentorship and support to help bring their creative visions to life.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
During his tenure as a judge, country artists, including The Voice winners Danielle Bradberry and Cassadee Pope, plus Voice competitors and rising stars like Emily Ann Roberts, benefitted from his mentorship.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Leen Kawas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
While the former president expressed his joy regarding Cavuto’s departure, Fox News colleagues reflected on years of mentorship from the veteran journalist.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
The initiative was created by Jolene Rodriguez, CEO of Broken English Productions, to support and empower new women directors in the film industry through mentorship and support to help bring their creative visions to life.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
During his tenure as a judge, country artists, including The Voice winners Danielle Bradberry and Cassadee Pope, plus Voice competitors and rising stars like Emily Ann Roberts, benefitted from his mentorship.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Mentorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mentorship. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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