Mentoring 101
by John C. Maxwell · John C. Maxwell
Short practical primer by leadership author John C. Maxwell on developing other leaders. It covers choosing whom to mentor, creating an encouraging environment, the difference between equipping and developing people, and a five-step model for passing on skills.
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