{"product_id":"the-mentorship-edge-isbn-9781394267118","title":"The Mentorship Edge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn how a mentor relationship can make your life more fulfilling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge: Creating Maximum Impact through Lateral and Hierarchical Mentoring \u003c\/i\u003eexplores how we connect to others, feel valued, get pleasure from life, and believe our lives have meaning through forming mentor relationships with others. This book covers traditional hierarchical mentorship we're all familiar with, along with lateral mentoring, where you connect with a friend or colleague—someone you can be vulnerable with—whether they work in your department, another department, or outside of your organization entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsight in this book is drawn from The International Association of Top Professionals 2025 Top CEO and Mentor of the Year Deborah Heiser's experience running The Mentor Project, a nonprofit mentoring organization with more than 100 mentors at the absolute top of their fields. In this book, readers will learn about:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe proven benefits of mentorship in both work and home life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMentorship in various fields, including business, research, entrepreneurship, and art\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic examples of the power of mentorship, like when Steve Jobs asked Steve Wozniak for engineering help when he was at Atari\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential guide to demystify the special concept of mentoring and inspire individuals to engage in mentoring naturally, whether hierarchically or laterally, based on their goals and passions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 We Are Built to Mentor 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Five Key Components to Mentoring 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 What Mentoring Isn’t 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Why We Mentor 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Mentoring Styles 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Mentors in Our Lives 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Mentoring in the Workplace 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Defining Mentoring through Research 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 The Future of Mentoring 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Creating Culture through Mentorship 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Call to Action: Finding Mentorship Opportunities 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 197\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDEBORAH HEISER, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e is CEO and Founder of The Mentor Project, a nonprofit that enlists the help of numerous thought leaders and accomplished professionals to offer mentoring services to students. She is The International Association of Top Professionals 2025 Top CEO and Mentor of the Year, and also an applied developmental psychologist, a TEDx speaker, Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches, and a \u003ci\u003ePsychology Today\u003c\/i\u003e contributor.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist with more than twenty years of experience as a researcher and coach, \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge: Creating Maximum Impact through Lateral and Hierarchical Mentoring\u003c\/i\u003e explores how we connect to others, feel valued, get pleasure from life, and believe our lives have meaning through forming mentor relationships with others. This book covers both personal and professional mentorship in various fields, including business, research, entrepreneurship, and even art.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe traditional hierarchical mentorship we’re all familiar with is simple and often very effective. But there is also lateral mentoring, where you connect with a friend or colleague—someone you can be vulnerable with—whether they work in your department, another department, or outside of your organization entirely. Lateral mentoring solves many common problems with mentorship, like feeling intimidated by those above us at work, while still providing all of the key benefits that mentorship has been proven to give.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe goal of this book is to inspire individuals to engage in mentoring naturally, whether hierarchically or laterally, in work settings and in their home life. Heiser shares the insights gained from in-depth research and her extensive experience running The Mentor Project, a mentoring organization with more than 100 mentors at the absolute top of their fields. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you have an emotional desire to give back to others to solidify your legacy and ensure that all the boxes you’ve checked over the previous decades mattered, or you’re seeking to connect with more successful individuals as a mentee, \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential guide to understanding the value of different types of mentorship and taking the first steps towards using this special type of relationship to create a better life for yourself.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for THE MENTORSHIP EDGE\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“There are angels amongst us, and in this day and age of huge challenges, massive evils and injustices left and right, our angels need much more than wings. They must be entrepreneurs who never give up, mentors who pull up generations after them, resilient leaders by example who fix our brokenness and give opportunity to young adults where there was none. None such more impactful, important and impressive than Dr. Heiser. In the end, we can best measure our lives by those we helped. Debbie has saved thousands of lives, enabling them and encouraging them to thrive. I tip my hat. She is my hero!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—PETER SAMUELSON,\u003c\/b\u003e Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Executive, Author, Film Producer \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I had the good fortune to be introduced to an amazing lady four years ago who reintroduced me to the importance of mentorship, what mentorship really is, and the many layers involved. I have been truly blessed to have had some of the greatest research hierarchical mentors while learning the craft at NASA, what I did not realize was that my Friends-of-Charlie (FoC) network was a lateral mentor community that would later save my life on orbit during my Space Shuttle Mission STS-114. Dr. Deborah Heiser understands mentorship in all its aspects and realizes its importance in helping us live happy, full, and rewarding lives. Her gift at storytelling and her easy writing style make this knowledge transfer such a joyful experience. Debbie is now a trusted forever FoC.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—CHARLIE CAMARDA, \u003c\/b\u003eAstronaut \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e, written by Deborah Heiser discusses the impact that mentorship has on an individual’s personal and professional growth. The book includes real-world experiences from mentors with diverse backgrounds to help readers understand the multifaceted benefits of mentorship. Deborah Heiser is an educator and researcher who describes various forms of mentorship with remarkable clarity and insight. \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is not just a book; it’s a blueprint for anyone seeking to harness the power of mentorship to unlock their fullest potential. This book is a must-read for mentors, mentees, educators, and leaders alike.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—LATONYA KILPATRICK,\u003c\/b\u003e SVP, Clinical Research, Innovation \u0026amp; Scientific Communications at Colgate-Palmolive \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Psychologist Deborah Heiser will wind up persuading you that you were born to mentor—on your terms, your way—and that you’ll get more out of it than you ever dreamed of. It will bring you the kind of deep satisfaction everyone yearns for. I promise.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—HARA ESTROFF MARANO, \u003c\/b\u003eEditor at \u003ci\u003ePsychology Today\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“There are angels amongst us, and in this day and age of huge challenges, massive evils and injustices left and right, our angels need much more than wings. They must be entrepreneurs who never give up, mentors who pull up generations after them, resilient leaders by example who fix our brokenness and give opportunity to young adults where there was none. None such more impactful, important and impressive than Dr. Heiser. In the end, we can best measure our lives by those we helped. Debbie has saved thousands of lives, enabling them and encouraging them to thrive. I tip my hat. She is my hero!” \u003cbr\u003e-\u003cb\u003ePeter Samuelson\u003c\/b\u003e, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Executive, Author, Film Producer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“I had the good fortune to be introduced to an amazing lady four years ago who reintroduced me to the importance of mentorship, what mentorship really is, and the many layers involved. I have been truly Blessed to have had some of the greatest research hierarchical mentors while learning the craft at NASA, what I did not realize was that my Friends-of-Charlie (FoC) network was a lateral mentor community that would later save my life on orbit during my Space Shuttle Mission STS-114. Dr. Deborah Heiser understands mentorship in all its aspects and realizes its importance in helping us live happy, full, and rewarding lives. Her gift at story telling and her easy writing style make this knowledge transfer such a joyful experience. Debbie is now a trusted forever FoC.” \u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eCharlie Camarda\u003c\/b\u003e, Astronaut\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“T\u003ci\u003ehe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e, written by Deborah Heiser discusses the impact that mentorship has on an individual's personal and professional growth.  The book includes real world experiences from mentors with diverse backgrounds to help readers understand the multifaceted benefits of mentorship.  Deborah Heiser is an educator and researcher who describes various forms of mentorship with remarkable clarity and insight. \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is not just a book; it's a blueprint for anyone seeking to harness the power of mentorship to unlock their fullest potential. This book is a must-read for mentors, mentees, educators, and leaders alike.” \u003cbr\u003e-\u003cb\u003eLaTonya Kilpatrick\u003c\/b\u003e, SVP, Clinical Research, Innovation \u0026amp; Scientific Communications at Colgate-Palmolive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dr. Deborah Heiser is brilliant in her new book \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e. Not only is it a fun and engaging read but all of her work is backed up with 20+ years of scientific research and study. For anyone with a passion for mentoring or for those who would like to get started, this book is for you! Filled with delightful stories, lessons learned and real world impacts,\u003ci\u003e The Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is the book to be reading this year!\"\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eJennifer \"JJ\" Snow\u003c\/b\u003e, CEO of Snow Storm Advisory and retired Lt Col\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"During the course of a 52 year career where I've had the great fortune to meet literally thousands of talented people, the relationships I have the most affection for are the ones I've had with my mentors. To this day I remember with profound gratitude those who taught me how to write a joke, a screenplay, and a novel by giving me instructions about my chosen craft.  By providing much needed encouragement as I nervously ventured into a field wondering if I had anything to offer.  And by imparting wisdom about how to navigate the hills and valleys in an ever changing business where one has to constantly reinvent themselves to be regarded as relevant. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge \u003c\/i\u003eDr. Deborah Heiser has managed to do it all.  Teach teachers how to teach.  And show young people the value of those who came before them.  No matter the field of endeavor, this book assures those nervously embarking on a life path that so many others are feeling the way they do.  And to those at the other end of life who've already weathered the wars of their experiences, the satisfaction gained by paying it forward.  I am living proof.  This book is an absolute triumph!\"\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cb\u003e Alan Zweibel\u003c\/b\u003e, Original \"Saturday Night Live\" writer, screenwriter, playwright, best selling author\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Psychologist Deborah Heiser will wind up persuading you that you were born to mentor—on your terms, your way—and that you’ll get more out of it than you ever dreamed of. It will bring you the kind of deep satisfaction everyone yearns for. I promise.\"\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eHara Estroff Marano\u003c\/b\u003e, editor at Psychology Today\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edge\u003c\/i\u003e is a powerful exploration into the profound impact of mentoring. With wisdom drawn from years of research and practice, Deborah delves into the emotional and developmental treasures that mentoring unlocks—not just for the mentees, but for the mentors themselves. This book is a guide for anyone looking to enrich their life and legacy through the meaningful act of mentorship. Whether you're new to mentoring or a seasoned guide, \u003ci\u003eThe Mentorship Edg\u003c\/i\u003ee offers valuable insights that will deepen your understanding of this life-enriching practice. Deborah’s approach is both practical and inspiring, making it a must-read for anyone looking to make a lasting impact in their field.”\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cb\u003eDr. Marshall Goldsmith\u003c\/b\u003e, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990287499493,"sku":"NP9781394267118","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394267118.jpg?v=1761787211","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-mentorship-edge-isbn-9781394267118","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}