Finally, enjoy the process of creating a community of people who truly become lifelong friends and advocates. Your mentors believe in you, your brand, your dreams, and your aspirations. They are your fellow travelers on medicine’s sometimes perilous journey. Choose them wisely.
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ACEP Now: Vol 37 – No 10 – October 2018
Dr. Akunyili is the facility medical director at Waterbury Hospital and in the TeamHealth Emergency Medicine, Northeast Group in Waterbury, Connecticut.
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One Response to “How to Build a Community of Mentors to Support Your Career”
October 21, 2018
Charles L. Maddow, MDCouldn’t agree more about the importance of having, cultivating, and protecting your brand. Having one brings a unique individual to the patient, and cultivating and protecting your brand lets you grow and keeps you happy in your environment. My mentors that helped me discover, mature, and make sure my brand was ok in my setting (and help me see if it was no longer welcome) are the most influential for me and my career.