Mentoring involves a developmental partnership where one person shares knowledge and perspective to foster the personal and professional growth of another. Mentoring relationships exist in many contexts like hospitals, universities, schools, corporations, and non-profits. Studies show mentoring improves employee retention, leadership skills, career advancement and job satisfaction for both mentors and protégés. It also benefits organizations by developing leadership, sharing knowledge, and aligning employees with business goals. Effective mentoring programs set clear goals, gain leadership support, hold leaders accountable, and measure outcomes.