EPISODE · Feb 13, 2023 · 19 MIN
Brigadier General (R) Richard Ursone- Keys to Successful Mentorship- Defining mentorship relationships and explaining why they are critical to mission success
from WarDocs - The Military Medicine Podcast · host Doug Soderdahl, Wayne Causey, Kevin Kniery
BG(R) Ursone is a retired Army MSC Officer and former Chief of the Army Medical Service Corps. On this episode of our Military Medical Mentorship Moments Series, BG(R) Ursone focuses on the importance of developing and cultivating meaningful mentorship relationships. You will hear him provide insightful answers to the following questions: How do you define mentorship? What is the primary purpose/goal of a Mentorship relationship? What are the benefits of mentorship to the mentee? What are the benefits of mentorship to the mentor? How does an organization benefit when it has a successful mentorship program? Personal Reflections on Mentorship Who was your most influential mentor? Why What was the best advice you got from a mentor? What do you know now that you wish you would have learned much earlier? What characterizes a “good” or “not so good” mentorship relationship from your experience? Provide examples What is some practical advice for someone interested in mentoring or being mentored? What are the next steps to take? As chief of the Medical Service Corps, BG Ursone unified the most diverse group of specialties in the Army. His commitment to leader development and mentoring of junior officers helped the Corps achieve annual increases in recruiting and retaining officers. His vision and leadership have created opportunities for officers to serve our Nation while also achieving their own professional and personal aspirations. BG Ursone shares many insights and mentorship lessons learned over a distinguished career. You don't want to miss this special episode! Find out more and join Team WarDocs at www.wardocspodcast.com Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to improve military and civilian healthcare and foster patriotism by honoring the legacy, preserving the oral history, and showcasing career opportunities, experiences, and achievements of military medicine. Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible, and 100% of donations go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in military medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield, demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms. Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast
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BG(R) Ursone is a retired Army MSC Officer and former Chief of the Army Medical Service Corps. On this episode of our Military Medical Mentorship Moments Series, BG(R) Ursone focuses on the importance of developing and cultivating meaningful mentorship relationships. You will hear him provide insightful answers to the following questions: How do you define mentorship? What is the primary purpose/goal of a Mentorship relationship? What are the benefits of mentorship to the mentee? What are the benefits of mentorship to the mentor? How does an organization benefit when it has a successful mentorship program? Personal Reflections on Mentorship Who was your most influential mentor? Why What was the best advice you got from a mentor? What do you know now that you wish you would have learned much earlier? What characterizes a “good” or “not so good” mentorship relationship from your experience? Provide examples What is some practical advice for someone interested in mentoring or being mentored? What are the next steps to take? As chief of the Medical Service Corps, BG Ursone unified the most diverse group of specialties in the Army. His commitment to leader development and mentoring of junior officers helped the Corps achieve annual increases in recruiting and retaining officers. His vision and leadership have created opportunities for officers to serve our Nation while also achieving their own professional and personal aspirations. BG Ursone shares many insights and mentorship lessons learned over a distinguished career. You don't want to miss this special episode! Find out more and join Team WarDocs at www.wardocspodcast.com Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine The WarDocs Mission is to improve military and civilian healthcare and foster patriotism by honoring the legacy, preserving the oral history, and showcasing career opportunities, experiences, and achievements of military medicine. Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible, and 100% of donations go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in military medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield, demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms. Follow Us on Social Media Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast
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