Mentors and career development
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Mentors can positively impact on job performance and career development of protégés. By focusing on critical factors, organizations are able to optimize mentoring effectiveness that might be further enhanced through a consideration of characteristics unique to the specific field. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.