mentoring

Definition

The corporate practice of pairing a clueless newcomer with someone who has survived long enough to accumulate wisdom, war stories, and a healthy dose of cynicism. Think of it as knowledge transfer meets therapy session, where the mentor shares everything from technical skills to which meetings are safe to skip. It's networking disguised as personal development.

Example Usage

Thanks to mentoring, Jessica learned not only how to code but also which coffee machine on which floor makes the best lattes.

Source: Common HR and professional development terminology

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