Abstract
The most rewarding aspect of mentoring is sharing your insights and knowledge with the future leaders in the field. The objective of this article is to share the most important lessons I have learned from my own mentors and from decades of mentoring some of the best and brightest students in pediatric psychology. Young professionals in the field need to know their medical subspecialty almost as comprehensively as they know psychology. Find out what the patients and practitioners need, and adapt your training to be effective in the medical setting. Identify your professional goals and archive your contributions regularly to assist you in advancing your career. Find a mentor who has the skills, experiences, and connections you desire for your own future. Then pay it forward and mentor the next generation of leaders who will continue to expand and improve the field of pediatric psychology.
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