/ en Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:29:22 -0500 Thu, 24 Aug 17 00:00:00 -0500 /resources/mentor <h2>Become a leader for the nursing community by mentoring.</h2><p>Do you want to share your personal and professional experiences to help make a difference for an 兔子先生member and give back to your community? With the Mentor Match program, you can!</p><p><a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/mentor-match-info">Mentor Match</a> is entirely online and designed only for AONL members. Each week, you can login from any computer, from any location, on your own schedule and connect with a nurse leader looking for a mentor. <a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/enroll-mentor125679">Enroll as a mentor</a> to impact and strengthen your community. <a href="/mentor-match-instructions">Detailed instructions</a> on the enrollment process are available.</p><h2>Looking for a mentor to help you grow?</h2><p>Whether you are a brand-new nurse leader or have several years of experience and are looking to take your career to the next level, mentoring can be beneficial and rewarding for you.  Build a long-lasting connection with an established nurse leader for guidance, support and career advice.</p><p>Mentor Match will suggest potentially compatable mentors based on the information you enter into your mentee profile. <a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/enroll-mentee769917">Enroll as a mentee</a> and find your mentor!</p><p> </p><p><a class="btn btn-secondary btn-wide" href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/enroll-mentor125679" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" tabindex="-1"><strong>Enroll as a Mentor</strong></a> <a class="btn btn-secondary btn-wide" href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/enroll-mentee769917" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" tabindex="-1"><strong>Enroll as a Mentee</strong></a></p><h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2><ul><li class="NoClick"><p><a class="btn orange"><strong>How do I access the Mentor Match module? </strong></a></p><p>Use <a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/mentor-match-info">this direct link</a> or click "Mentor Match" in the navigation bar when you are logged into Leader2Leader.</p></li><li class="NoClick"><p><a class="btn orange"><strong>Can nonmembers join the Leader2Leader community? </strong></a></p><p>The Leader2Leader mentorship community and Mentor Match module are only open to 兔子先生members. If you would like to join AONL, visit our <a href="/membership/join">membership portal</a>.</p></li><li class="NoClick"><p><a class="btn orange"><strong>How do I choose a Mentor? </strong></a></p><p>First, complete your <a href="http://leaders.aonl.org/mentorship-program/mentorship-enrollment/enroll-mentee769917" target="_blank">mentee profile</a> with information on what help you are looking for. Then browse through the mentor directory. Mentors will be listed with a compatibility score. In addition, you can pare down your search by selecting key criteria you are looking for from the mentor profile.</p></li><li class="NoClick"><p><a class="btn orange"><strong>How do I choose a Mentee? </strong></a></p><p>First, complete your <a href="http://leaders.aonl.org/mentorship-program/mentorship-enrollment/enroll-mentor125679" target="_blank">mentor profile</a> with information on what help you are looking for. Then browse through the mentee directory. Mentees will be listed with a compatibility score. In addition, you can pare down your search by selecting key criteria you are looking for from the mentee profile.</p></li><li class="NoClick"><p><a class="btn orange"><strong>How structured is this program? </strong></a></p><p>兔子先生does not mandate a particular structure regarding how long the relationship lasts, how often pairs meet, etc. We do provide <a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/mentor-structure">suggestions</a>, <a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/mentor-tips">tips</a> and <a href="https://leaders.aonl.org/mentor-match/mentor-match-info">other resources</a> to help both mentors and mentees get the most out of their relationships.</p></li></ul><p>If you have further questions, please <a href="mailto:lmyers@aha.org">contact us</a>.</p> Thu, 24 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Websites /membership/community <h2>Connect With Nurse Leaders</h2> <p>The <a href="http://leaders.aonl.org/home" target="_parent">Leader2Leader Member Community</a> is an exclusive online forum where 兔子先生members can connect with peers, ask questions, share insights and match with mentors. Mentorship gives experienced nurse leaders an opportunity to help develop the next generation. It gives mentees guidance and resources for leadership as they are growing in their career.</p> <h3>Community Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Matching of <a href="http://leaders.aonl.org/mentorship-program/mentorship-enrollment/enroll-mentor125679" target="_blank">mentors</a> and <a href="http://leaders.aonl.org/mentorship-program/mentorship-enrollment/enroll-mentee769917" target="_blank">mentees</a> based on AONL core competencies for nurse managers and executives</li> <li><a href="http://leaders.aonl.org/communities/community-homecommunity?CommunityKey=c65211e2-0b63-4b13-b880-bb687ef8701a" target="_blank">Discussion forums</a> and announcements</li> </ul> <p>Participants will have the opportunity to develop business contacts, access industry information and gain valuable insights from experienced and successful nurse leaders.</p> <h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <p><strong>Why was the Leader2Leader Member Community created? </strong><br /> Through surveys and task forces, AONL members said an online mentorship program would be beneficial to their professional development. Long-time leaders are looking for a way to share their experiences. New and emerging leaders are looking for professional guidance. In response, AONL developed the Leader2Leader Member Community.</p> <p><strong>I'm not an AONL member. Can I still join Leader2Leader?</strong><br /> Leader2Leader is only open to AONL members. Become an <a href="/membership/join.shtml">AONL member</a> to join Leader2Leader.</p> <p><strong>What can I do as a mentor/mentee? </strong><br /> In this program, members can create a profile, browse other mentors and mentees and create meaningful mentoring relationships. Mentors and mentees have access to a host of articles and forums to ensure a positive and beneficial mentoring experience.</p> <p><strong>How do I enroll?</strong><br /> Any active member can enroll as a mentor or mentee. <a href="/mentor-match-instructions">Access the instructions</a> for signing up (the process is essentially the same for both mentor and mentee). </p> <p><strong>How are mentors and mentees matched? </strong><br /> Mentors and mentees are matched using questions and interests as identified when you complete your mentor/mentee profile.</p> <p><strong>How do I communicate with my mentor/mentee? </strong><br /> The mentorship program communicates mentors and mentees through online message boards and private messaging system through out Leader2Leader website.</p> <p><strong>Who do I contact if I have more questions? </strong><br /> For additional information on the Leader2Leader Mentorship Program, please contact <a href="mailto:aonl@aha.org">AONL</a>.</p> Mon, 31 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0500 Websites