HOW TO DESIGN A MENTORING PROGRAMME
Well-designed mentoring programmes provide a framework for individual learning processes where mentees (most often the less experienced persons) are matched with mentors (most often the more experienced persons). Mentors and mentees are matched with the aim of creating effective, solid relationships and mutual learning processes that meet the organisation’s strategic objectives. Designing and implementing a successful mentoring programme can be a big and challenging task. Our 6 steps to design and implement high-impact mentoring programmes below can help you with the process on how to start a mentoring programme.
Well-designed mentoring programmes play a crucial role for oragnisational success, and
- enhances skill development, job satisfaction which leads to higher retention rates.
- facilitates the transfer of knowledge and fosters a collaborative environment promoting innovation and efficiency.
- helps identify and nurtures potential leaders, and the mentoring relationships prepares them for future leadership roles, and ensures a strong pipeline.
- creates a sense of community and belonging within the workplace.
- promotes diversity and inclusion by fostering an environment that values different perspectives and experiences.


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