What are the best mentoring programs?

Here are three companies with great mentoring programs:

• Caterpillar. The goal of Caterpillar’s mentoring program is to facilitate continual learning and development.
• General Electric. GE has long been a leader in mentoring and was one of the first companies to adopt reverse mentoring.
• Bain and Company.

What are the 4 types of mentors?

Below are the four different types of mentors you should have around you….I call them the 4 C’s.

• The Coach. Growing up, your parents will be your first coaches.
• The Connector.
• The Cheerleader.
• The Challenger.

Which companies use mentoring programs?

Just take a look at these thriving companies that boast successful mentorship programs for their employees.

• Caterpillar. The world’s largest construction equipment manufacturer is also a leader in employee mentoring.
• Schneider Electric.
• General Electric (GE)
• Fidelity Investments.

What are some examples of mentoring activities?

15 activity ideas that lead to effective mentoring meetings

• Job shadowing. Job shadowing in workplace mentorships can be a great opportunity to learn from an experienced employee.
• Attend a conference.
• Read a book.
• Volunteering.
• Attend a networking event.
• Go to an art exhibit.
• Complete a project together.
• Enjoy a coffee.

What companies reverse mentoring?

Reverse mentoring was pioneered just over a decade ago by former General Electric CEO Jack Welch, and has been embraced by a growing number of companies, including Ernst & Young, General Motors, Citibank, Johnson & Johnson, Mars, Cisco and Procter & Gamble. All now offer formal reverse mentoring programs.

What are the models of mentoring?

Models of Mentoring

• One-on-One Mentoring: In the traditional mentoring type, a senior mentor serves to guide a junior mentor along their career path.
• Mentoring Panel or Committee:
• Functional Mentoring:
• Peer Mentoring:
• Group Mentoring:
• Mosaic Mentoring:

What are mentorship styles?

The mentoring styles are: Challenger – Strong and challenges the mentee’s ideas. Cheerleader – Positive and supportive, always finds the good even in bad situations. Educator – Trains and educates the mentee, while trying to figure out where the mentee is weak so the training can be tailored to his/her specific needs.

How many companies have mentoring programs?

General Mentoring Statistics: 71\% of Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs. Of those with a mentor, 97\% say they are valuable (Source) Yet only 37\% of professionals have a mentor (Source) 89\% of those who have been mentored will also go on to mentor others (Source)

What makes a good mentor?

Good mentors are enthusiastic people, enjoying the role they play in helping others achieve their goals. While considering a mentor, look for someone who is enthusiastic, a good fit, respectful of others and a respected expert in their field.

How many Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs?

General Mentoring Statistics: 71\% of Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs. Of those with a mentor, 97\% say they are valuable (Source) Yet only 37\% of professionals have a mentor (Source)

Why do the best companies have mentorship programs?

Shows the Company Cares. The biggest benefit of providing business mentors is having someone the mentee can meet with to ask questions. More Engaged Workforce. Companies benefit from mentoring programs because they contribute to the development of a better-trained and engaged workforce. High Job Satisfaction.

How to design a great mentoring program?

Designing and executing an effective mentoring program takes a good bit of love and attention. Experts say mentoring relationships are three times more likely to be successful when there is advance training for participants. When gathering feedback, try to hear from everyone and check on participant progress at least once or twice during the program.

How to make your mentoring program successful?

Here are some best practices for providing guidance and structure: Encourage mentors and mentees to focus on specific problems or challenges. Clarify that mentors are not there to “fix” problems. Mentors should avoid assigning “homework” to mentees. Unfortunately, sometimes mentorships fail.

Why to join a mentoring program?

Joining a mentoring program is a very powerful tool that can help you reach your potential because of the training and empowerment it provides. Mentoring is also one of the most effective ways for you to advance in your career because your skills are developed and your performance is monitored.