MMT Chats: Mentoring Future Engineering Talent by Bridging Education and Practical Work
Editorial Director Christina Fuges uncovers firsthand experiences of fostering curiosity and continuous learning at Accede Mold and Tool.
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In my conversation with Brett Lindenmuth, VP of Engineering at Accede Mold and Tool, we talked about Accede’s strategy for mentoring future engineering talent, his role in that strategy, key takeaways from his recent mentoring experience with Jane Huot, ways to bridge the gap between formal education and mold design and project management work, the role of personal accountability in ensuring a successful mentorship relationship and shaping company culture to foster curiosity and continuous learning, which is vital to mentorship.
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