Insights on building better workplaces
Our latest articles on mentorships, learning and development, employee retention, DEIB, remote work, and building effective teams.


July 17, 2025
Lessons From Fortive: 7 Keys to a Successful Mentorship Program (That Work for Complex Organizations)
Trying to set up a mentorship program in a large and complex organization? You’re not alone! Get tips from Gordian’s Training Programs Manager.
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What is group mentoring & how do you do it well?
July 15, 2022
Learn about group mentorship and how you can use it to give everyone in your organization a leg up. We'll cover the basics of group mentorship and how to set up your own group.
Group Mentoring
One On One Mentoring: A Guide to Workplace Mentorship
July 15, 2022
1:1 mentoring is the most common mentorship format for a reason. Here's how to create a one on one mentoring program with examples, activities, and tips.
Examples
Relationship guidelines for mentors and mentees
July 5, 2022
It may not always be clear what is required from each individual, but there are some basic guidelines that can help move the mentoring relationship forward.
Tips and Tricks
Mentoring Models: 7 Types + How to Use Them in the Workplace
July 4, 2022
Depending on your program goal, there’s a mentoring model to suit it. Here are 7 different mentoring models and how you can use them in your workplace.
Why Mentorship
Learning and Development
Group Mentoring
How to mentor someone at work [15 expert-informed tips]
July 4, 2022
Mentoring in the workplace is crucial for good employee development, but being a good mentor isn't always straightforward.
Tips and Tricks
Best Practices for Virtual Mentoring Programs
June 28, 2022
Virtual mentoring isn't second-best to in-person mentoring. It has distinct advantages. We break down how to leverage those benefits and mitigate the downsides. This guide has all the best practices for virtual mentorship.
Remote Work
Tips and Tricks
How to build an authentic connection with a mentor
June 24, 2022
Here are several tips to keep in mind when trying to build a meaningful mentoring relationship.
Examples
Tips and Tricks
E-mentoring Plus In-Person: Combining Face-to-Face and Digital Mentoring
June 24, 2022
Remote and hybrid work are here to stay and an in-person and digital mentoring program should reflect that. Here are tips to combine e-mentoring into your program.
Examples
Remote Work