Mentoring in Audiology

ABSTRACT

Audiologists frequently find themselves in the position of mentoring or supervising others. This is often done, however, with little or no training in effective mentoring skills. Differences in adult learning styles and preferences, generational influences, motivation, and how we use information about these differences to tailor communication and to set goals are issues that are vital to effective mentoring. This article will discuss how those of us “in the trenches” can improve our effectiveness as supervisors/mentors by incorporating knowledge of these differences into our relationships.

KEYWORDS

Mentoring - supervision - adult learners

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