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Our latest articles on mentorships employee development, DEIB, remote work, and building effective teams.
Reverse mentoring: Connecting a multi-generation workplace
June 1, 2023
Unlock the power of reverse mentoring in your workplace. Bridge the generation gap, enhance diversity, and foster innovation. Learn how to start and run an effective reverse mentoring program today.
How to build a women's leadership mentoring program
June 1, 2023
Learn the ins and outs of starting a women's leadership mentoring program. We discuss the challenges women leaders face in the workplace and how mentoring can help them overcome these challenges.
Inspiring examples of leadership in the workplace
May 31, 2023
Uncover the benefits of inspirational leadership from real-life leaders who inspire employees to be passionate about their work.
11 Best strategies to reduce employee turnover
May 30, 2023
Want to keep your employees happy and reduce turnover? Use these 11 strategies to build better work environments and foster employee engagement in the long run.
How mentorship improves company culture
May 30, 2023
Gain a better understanding of how mentorship affects your company culture, and how to implement a mentorship program into your workplace.
Peer learning: 10 benefits to collaboration in the workplace
May 25, 2023
Here are 10 compelling reasons to consider peer learning in your workplace.
Mentoring app for employees [free matching tool]
May 25, 2023
Together's mentoring app is the best way to match every employee with the best person for them to learn from.
5 Collaborative mentoring circle discussion topics for your next meeting
May 25, 2023
Learn what mentoring circles are, their benefits, and the discussion topics that are worth discussing in a mentoring circle.
11 Best strategies to reduce employee turnover
May 30, 2023
Want to keep your employees happy and reduce turnover? Use these 11 strategies to build better work environments and foster employee engagement in the long run.
How to improve your hiring strategy in 2023 by adapting to new needs
May 19, 2023
Learn how to improve your hiring strategy to accommodate modern job seekers.
10 Effective ways organizations are retaining employees in 2023
May 19, 2023
Learn the significance of employee retention and explore 10 effective strategies organizations are using today to retain their workforce.
What drives employee retention? [How to keep your top talent]
May 19, 2023
Discover effective strategies to retain top talent and reduce turnover rates.
10 Common causes of high employee turnover & how to prevent/reduce them
May 19, 2023
Discover effective strategies to combat high employee turnover, retain top talent, and foster a positive work culture.
What separates successful mentoring programs from those that flop? [Interview with Wendy Axelrod]
May 2, 2023
Learn what successful mentoring programs do differently. We share expert insights from Dr. Wendy Axelrod.
Supporting Employee Resource Groups through mentorship [an interview with Michelle Ferguson]
May 1, 2023
Learn how mentorship programs support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and promote diversity, inclusion, and career advancement with expert insights from Michelle Ferguson, author of "Women Mentoring Women".
Key metrics to measure the ROI of your mentoring program
April 20, 2023
Don't let your mentoring efforts go unnoticed! This article outlines the key metrics that matter in measuring the ROI of your mentoring program.
How mentorship improves company culture
May 30, 2023
Gain a better understanding of how mentorship affects your company culture, and how to implement a mentorship program into your workplace.
What separates successful mentoring programs from those that flop? [Interview with Wendy Axelrod]
May 2, 2023
Learn what successful mentoring programs do differently. We share expert insights from Dr. Wendy Axelrod.
Supporting Employee Resource Groups through mentorship [an interview with Michelle Ferguson]
May 1, 2023
Learn how mentorship programs support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and promote diversity, inclusion, and career advancement with expert insights from Michelle Ferguson, author of "Women Mentoring Women".
7 Ways to develop talent and build a high-performance culture
March 29, 2023
Talent development programs are a critical way for organizations to keep their high-performing employees engaged with their roles and want to continue growing internally. For HR and business leaders who want to build teams that raise the bar for the whole organization here are four ways to do so by focusing on developing their careers and talents.
Building a strategic plan for your employee resource group [step-by-step guide]
March 8, 2023
Here are 13 steps to building a strategic plan for your employee resource groups.
What are mentorship opportunities? [Plus 11 companies offering them]
February 6, 2023
Workplaces that offer mentoring opportunities to their employees stand to gain many benefits. Engagement and retention increase while also giving employees the growth they demand. Here are 11 companies offering incredible mentoring opportunities to employees.
14 Books To Help You Run A Successful Mentoring Program [Plus 10 Other Resources]
January 30, 2023
Here are over a dozen books and resources on mentoring that unpack the opportunities and practical advice for mentors, mentees, and leaders launching mentoring programs.
How mentorship can expand your professional network
January 30, 2023
Here's how to leverage your mentoring relationships to grow your network and your career.
Reverse mentoring: Connecting a multi-generation workplace
June 1, 2023
Unlock the power of reverse mentoring in your workplace. Bridge the generation gap, enhance diversity, and foster innovation. Learn how to start and run an effective reverse mentoring program today.
How to build a women's leadership mentoring program
June 1, 2023
Learn the ins and outs of starting a women's leadership mentoring program. We discuss the challenges women leaders face in the workplace and how mentoring can help them overcome these challenges.
Supporting Employee Resource Groups through mentorship [an interview with Michelle Ferguson]
May 1, 2023
Learn how mentorship programs support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and promote diversity, inclusion, and career advancement with expert insights from Michelle Ferguson, author of "Women Mentoring Women".
Break the glass ceiling with mentorship [an interview with W Brad Johnson, PhD.]
April 20, 2023
Learn how to design mentoring programs that break the glass ceiling and support professional development for underrepresented groups with practical tips from expert W. Brad Johnson, Ph.D.
10 Examples of successful employee resource groups
March 15, 2023
ERGs are workplace groups where employees join based on shared identities, communities, and interests. In this blog, we discuss what ERGs are, their purpose in the workplace, and examples of successful employee resource groups.
Building a strategic plan for your employee resource group [step-by-step guide]
March 8, 2023
Here are 13 steps to building a strategic plan for your employee resource groups.
The different types of Employee Resource Groups you should have at work
March 8, 2023
Here are 8 different types of Employee Resource Groups your organization should consider starting.
9 Ways to support racial diversity in the workplace
March 8, 2023
Here are 9 practical ways that HR teams and leaders can support racial diversity and equity in their organizations.
5 Collaborative mentoring circle discussion topics for your next meeting
May 25, 2023
Learn what mentoring circles are, their benefits, and the discussion topics that are worth discussing in a mentoring circle.
Mentorship training activities: 10 Activities to boost engagement
May 2, 2023
10 training activities to prepare mentors to build growth-focused relationships with their mentees.
Mentoring ROI: 7 Examples of impactful mentoring programs
May 1, 2023
Here are 7 examples of mentorship programs driving impact at their organizations and what you can learn from them.
5 ways to improve company culture by combining employee recognition and mentorship programs
April 17, 2023
Learn how mentorship and employee recognition programs work together to create highly engaged workplace cultures.
Employee spotlight programs: the best way to improve employee engagement and recruitment
March 29, 2023
An employee spotlight is a powerful employer branding tool and a way to boost employee engagement. Here’s everything you need to know about employee spotlights.
The 8 most effective ways to bolster employee retention rates [old and new]
March 23, 2023
Learn at what it takes to retain the best employees in 2023. We share some old and new tricks you need to have in your employee retention strategy.
How to have effective developmental conversations with your team
March 15, 2023
Here are eight steps to having productive development conversations with your team and five best practices for following up after the conversation. This article is for managers who want high-performing teams.
Building a strategic plan for your employee resource group [step-by-step guide]
March 8, 2023
Here are 13 steps to building a strategic plan for your employee resource groups.
Break the glass ceiling with mentorship [an interview with W Brad Johnson, PhD.]
April 20, 2023
Learn how to design mentoring programs that break the glass ceiling and support professional development for underrepresented groups with practical tips from expert W. Brad Johnson, Ph.D.
Examples of leadership goals that energize high-potential employees
April 17, 2023
Leverage these examples of leadership goals to inspire and engage your high-potential employees as they transition into leadership roles.
5 Ways to identify high-potential employees in your organization
March 21, 2023
A lot of leaders struggle with identifying star employees. Learn straightforward ways to develop high-potential employees who can help drive your organization's success.
Talent management life cycle: developing employees at every stage
March 15, 2023
A solid talent management life cycle should take center stage in any organization. Discover ways to develop employees at every stage, from hiring to exit.
6 Examples of companies with incredible leadership development programs
February 23, 2023
Learn how to build leadership development programs that work.
30 Questions to ask your mentor in your next meeting
February 14, 2023
What are good questions to ask a mentor? Every mentor/mentee relationship is different so don’t take a cookie-cutter approach. Prepare questions that feel right for you and that you think will help build a successful mentoring relationship. But, to help get you started, we’ve put together a list of ideas and conversation topics. 
How to support accountability in mentoring relationships
February 1, 2023
Accountability is not simply trying to catch employees doing the wrong things. Rather, it is giving people a standard to aim for or a common expectation that is based on your organization’s mission and value statements. Mentorship is key to holding both leaders and employees accountable.
Individual development plans: How to accelerate employee growth
January 25, 2023
Investing in employee growth is essential for talent retention and business success. Here’s how you can accelerate the process with individual development plans.
Inspiring examples of leadership in the workplace
May 31, 2023
Uncover the benefits of inspirational leadership from real-life leaders who inspire employees to be passionate about their work.
What do mentors gain from taking on a mentee?
May 2, 2023
Mentees aren't the only ones who benefit from the relationship. Here are 7 advantages to taking on a mentee.
Break the glass ceiling with mentorship [an interview with W Brad Johnson, PhD.]
April 20, 2023
Learn how to design mentoring programs that break the glass ceiling and support professional development for underrepresented groups with practical tips from expert W. Brad Johnson, Ph.D.
Examples of leadership goals that energize high-potential employees
April 17, 2023
Leverage these examples of leadership goals to inspire and engage your high-potential employees as they transition into leadership roles.
What is organizational leadership, and why is it important?
March 29, 2023
We all need organizational leaders in our teams and on our boards. Here's what organizational leadership is and how to cultivate it in your workplace.
How to build inclusive leadership at work
March 29, 2023
Inclusive leadership leads to happier, more productive employees. Here's how to put inclusive leadership skills into practice.
10 Must-have leadership discussion topics for rising talent
March 29, 2023
Discover why intentional conversations about leadership development are necessary and use our list of 10 essential discussion topics to start preparing your future leaders.
The 5 behaviours of democratic leadership at work [A leaders field guide]
March 23, 2023
Here's a leader's rundown of democratic leadership; what it is and how to cultivate it in your teams and organization.
Reverse mentoring: Connecting a multi-generation workplace
June 1, 2023
Unlock the power of reverse mentoring in your workplace. Bridge the generation gap, enhance diversity, and foster innovation. Learn how to start and run an effective reverse mentoring program today.
Peer learning: 10 benefits to collaboration in the workplace
May 25, 2023
Here are 10 compelling reasons to consider peer learning in your workplace.
35 Questions mentors should ask their mentees
May 23, 2023
Wondering what questions you should ask your mentee? This article outlines 27 of them, all of which will help you build a meaningful mentoring relationship that leads to growth.
6 Ways organizations can support mentoring relationships among employees
May 19, 2023
Want to know how your organization can support mentoring relationships among employees? Discover the best ways to create positive connections between workers.
How to execute a successful cross-training employee program
May 19, 2023
Want to avoid problems when an employee is off sick? Learn how to execute a cross-training employee program and make sure you keep running smoothly.
8 steps to start a group mentoring program [comprehensive guide]
April 24, 2023
It can be hard to get a one-to-one ratio of mentors to mentees in a workplace mentoring program. A mentoring group is an effective way for organizations to solve this problem and make sure every employee has access to career-changing guidance and growth. Here's everything you need to know about how group mentoring is different from other types of mentoring, the benefits of group mentoring, and how to start a group mentoring program.
6 Benefits of micro-mentoring
April 17, 2023
What is micro-mentoring, and how can it benefit your organization? Invest in employees’ knowledge and skills with this innovative approach to mentorship.
What is just-in-time learning and how does it improve improve learning and development?
April 17, 2023
Learn why just-in-time will improve your learning and development initiatives and how to adopt them into your existing training programs.
Reverse mentoring: Connecting a multi-generation workplace
June 1, 2023
Unlock the power of reverse mentoring in your workplace. Bridge the generation gap, enhance diversity, and foster innovation. Learn how to start and run an effective reverse mentoring program today.
Peer learning: 10 benefits to collaboration in the workplace
May 25, 2023
Here are 10 compelling reasons to consider peer learning in your workplace.
Mentoring app for employees [free matching tool]
May 25, 2023
Together's mentoring app is the best way to match every employee with the best person for them to learn from.
35 Questions mentors should ask their mentees
May 23, 2023
Wondering what questions you should ask your mentee? This article outlines 27 of them, all of which will help you build a meaningful mentoring relationship that leads to growth.
Should mentees choose their mentor?
May 19, 2023
Should mentees choose their mentors? Explore the benefits of involving mentees in the mentor selection process and key factors for successful matches.
What separates successful mentoring programs from those that flop? [Interview with Wendy Axelrod]
May 2, 2023
Learn what successful mentoring programs do differently. We share expert insights from Dr. Wendy Axelrod.
What do mentors gain from taking on a mentee?
May 2, 2023
Mentees aren't the only ones who benefit from the relationship. Here are 7 advantages to taking on a mentee.
How important are mentor-mentee relationships at work?
May 2, 2023
Don't underestimate the power of a mentoring relationship. Here are over a dozen tips for making the most of your mentoring relationship.
Peer learning: 10 benefits to collaboration in the workplace
May 25, 2023
Here are 10 compelling reasons to consider peer learning in your workplace.
Talent management life cycle: developing employees at every stage
March 15, 2023
A solid talent management life cycle should take center stage in any organization. Discover ways to develop employees at every stage, from hiring to exit.
7 Onboarding strategies you should include in your hiring process
February 23, 2023
Here are seven onboarding strategies to set up your new hires for success.
7 Compelling reasons your organization needs a mentoring program
January 30, 2023
There's a strong business case for having a mentoring program. Here are seven reasons to have one and how to sell it to senior leaders.
Five unique ways to structure your workplace mentoring program
January 17, 2023
Before starting your mentoring program, get clear on which program design will drive the most impact. In this guide, we break down the different audiences and pairing formats and when they're best depending on your goals. See the bottom of the article for a brainstorming activity to help you explore creative ways to design your mentoring program.
How to mentor junior team members
November 11, 2022
Here's how to mentor your more junior team members.
Mentoring interns: Helping future top talent grow
October 11, 2022
Get the most out of your intern program by providing a best-practice mentoring program to ensure your new employees get the most out of their experience.
Mentoring Circles: what they are and how to start one
August 24, 2022
Mentoring Circles are a great way to encourage knowledge sharing and community building with your mentorship program. We explore the ins and outs of Mentorship Circles in this article and how you can introduce one into your organization.
What is virtual mentoring?
April 27, 2022
In this article, we explain what virtual mentoring is and what it can be used for in your workplace.
Return to work programs for moms
April 11, 2022
Women and mothers have disproportionately left the workforce over the pandemic. This has given rise to the popularity of return-to-work programs for mothers. Here are 5 examples of returnships, as they're being called, and how you can start your own.
5 KPIs to boost your team’s work from home productivity
March 24, 2022
Here are 5 KPIs to focus on when improving your team's productivity.
Flextime: Should You Offer It? (How To Know)
March 9, 2022
Flextime is becoming more popular as workplaces navigate the changes around returning to the office, staying remote, or adopting a hybrid approach. Here's everything you need to know about flextime and if it's right for your organization.
A Simple Guide to Conducting a Solid Virtual Training For Employees
February 2, 2022
Remote work has made employee training hard. There's no doubt about it. Here are 4 steps to conducting effective virtual training.
Remote training is here to stay: Here’s how to do it well
February 1, 2022
Remote training is the new normal, but our strategies need an upgrade. Here are 3 ways to make remote training more collaborative and effective.
Starting a remote mentorship program: Guide to virtual workplaces
November 30, 2021
Remote workplaces are becoming more of the norm than the exception to the rule. While there are advantages to this style of working, there are distinct disadvantages around employee development. Remote mentoring programs are becoming a viable way to keep teams connected and growing. Here's how to start one in your organization.
5 Best Practices To Build An Inclusive Community In A Remote Work Environment
November 24, 2021
Building an inclusive community is just as important in a remote work environment as it is in a physical one—if not more. Here are 5 best practices to make your remote team more inclusive.
What is an employee financial wellness program?
March 14, 2023
Help your workers to manage their money with an employee financial wellness program and see an increase in productivity and staff retention.
The compelling benefits of having mental health mentors at work
February 1, 2023
Discover how mental health mentoring can support your staff's well-being. With the right guidance, employees can manage and overcome stress and boost their productivity.
6 Ways to mitigate burnout in the workplace
January 18, 2023
The scientific reasons we experience burnout at work and actionable strategies to mitigate them.
Diversity training is important [Here's the right way to do it]
December 7, 2022
Training for diversity and inclusion is becoming more and more common in the workplace. But having a DEI strategy isn't enough and sometimes it can do more harm than good. In this article, we break down how to do diversity and inclusion training right with several examples.
10 Ways to promote occupational wellness in your organization
August 23, 2022
Here are 10 ways to make occupational wellness a core part of your company culture.
Build a mentoring culture: 5 reliable steps
June 13, 2022
From the author of Creating a Mentoring Culture, we draw from Lois J. Zachary's work and the expertise of the Together team to outline how you can build a mentoring culture in your organization.
Be the boss they’ll never forget: Psychological well-being in the workplace
January 25, 2022
We spend a quarter of our lives (at least) working. We'd hope that the norm isn't to be burnout and stressed during all that time. Thankfully, using The Six Dimensions of Psychological Well-Being, created by psychologist Carol Ryff, leaders have a framework for supporting mental health in their workplaces. This article outlines the six dimensions and what it means for your workplace well-being.
12 Examples of Employee Recognition For 2023
January 18, 2022
Employee recognition is crucial. One of the top reasons employees quit is because they don't feel appreciated by their managers or leaders. To avoid costly turnover and build happy, high-performing teams here are 12 ways to recognize your employees in 2022.

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