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Reverse mentoring is a new form of workplace mentoring, but it's getting increasingly popular as a way to connect senior leaders with the next generation of talent. By flipping the traditional mentoring relationship on its head, senior leaders have the opportunity to take on the role of a student again and gain a new perspective.

Hybrid work will be the prevailing workplace model going forward in the post-pandemic world. However, there isn’t a standard operating procedure yet for companies to follow which makes trial and error inevitable. To make a successful back-to-work transition companies will need to know the pros and cons of hybrid work models.

Companies that aren’t intentionally hiring for diversity will quickly slide into a homogenous workforce. Mailshake, an email automation company experienced this first-hand. After building their company for four years they realized that it was mostly white males. They wanted to become a more diverse company and they did so through a simple process that any company can replicate.

Workplace mentoring programs are a valuable tool that organizations have to help employees grow professionally and personally. They can also be assets for companies looking to engage employees and reduce turnover rates. Building a connection between a mentor and mentee can be a struggle at first. Yet it is this connection that is key to a successful mentorship experience. Here are some creative and innovative activity ideas that mentors and mentees can do together to build a bond. 

The way we work is changing rapidly and the necessity to move with the times increases as each day passes. Gone are the days of metaphorically throwing new employees into the deep end with expectations to pick up and learn their role as they work. Companies recognize that learning and knowledge sharing is crucial to keep up with fast-changing business needs, and to ensure a satisfied workforce.

According to McKinsey, companies that have more racial and cultural diversity in leadership roles are 35 percent more likely to have higher financial returns. Those businesses that have more women in executive positions are 25 percent more likely to earn more. But it is not just a matter of companies with strong diversity doing better financial; companies that rank near the bottom for workplace diversity underperform by 27 percent. It is clear to see that organizations that employ diversity programs are bound to see payoffs. Yet, getting these types of programs off the ground can be a challenge. Here are some of the biggest challenges to workplace diversity that companies will face and how to overcome them.

Organizations looking to improve productivity, boost employee engagement and reduce turnover rates often turn to workplace mentoring programs as tools to help. That’s because mentorships have been proven to work. And that’s why over 70 percent of Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs in their workplaces. 

Mentoring can benefit anyone at any stage of their career. From senior employees to new hires, workplace mentoring programs are ideal tools for training and development. Business strategies that focus on talent development should always have a mentoring component.

Career pathing is critical to employee growth and development. Without it, they'll plateau in their current roles and begin looking for new opportunities elsewhere. Through mentoring, organizations can ensure their employees are continually learning and growing within the company. Do so will lead to a myriad of benefits including increased employee retention and engagement. This article will outline three reasons every company should invest in career pathing for their employees.

Finding the right fit for the job takes some work. Follow these 9 steps and you'll be well prepared to set up your new hires for success.

Reverse mentoring is a new form of workplace mentoring, but it's getting increasingly popular as a way to connect senior leaders with the next generation of talent. By flipping the traditional mentoring relationship on its head, senior leaders have the opportunity to take on the role of a student again and gain a new perspective.

A squiggly career is a career that isn't defined by climbing the corporate ladder but is fluid and can take many different paths. Here's how to embrace the new and exciting career paths that will characterize the future of work.

Peer learning has several benefits to the workplace, such as developing  feedback loops, communications skills, professional development, teamwork, making onboarding more efficient, and building a stronger company culture. This article will break down what peer-to-peer learning is and six benefits that HR leaders need to be aware of.

Workplace mentoring programs are a valuable tool that organizations have to help employees grow professionally and personally. They can also be assets for companies looking to engage employees and reduce turnover rates. Building a connection between a mentor and mentee can be a struggle at first. Yet it is this connection that is key to a successful mentorship experience. Here are some creative and innovative activity ideas that mentors and mentees can do together to build a bond. 

Finding the right mentor in the workplace can sometimes be a challenge. Even building up a good relationship after you’ve found the right match comes with its hurdles. But if you can find some common ground with your mentor, you’ll have a better experience and set yourself up for a successful mentorship. 

With an abundance of information it can be difficult for managers and L&D leaders to identify the key knowledge for employees to have. Flash mentoring is an effective way for organizations to capture and share critical knowledge of senior employees with new hires or future leaders.