In this special rebroadcast of one of our most popular episodes, Dr. Q revisits a powerful and thought-provoking conversation with renowned mentoring expert, scholar, and author, Dr. Beronda Montgomery. A professor, researcher, and author of Lessons from Plants, Dr. Montgomery offers wisdom on how mentoring—like growth in nature—requires intentionality, adaptability, and nurturing environments.

Together, they explore what it truly means to mentor with purpose, how to cultivate spaces for personal and professional growth, and the lessons we can learn from the natural world about leadership, development, and care. Whether you're a mentor, mentee, or someone who simply values community and growth, this episode delivers timeless insights that continue to resonate.