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How is AI in mentoring shaping the future of professional growth while keeping mentoring personal? Find out here

Software vs manual mentoring: Spreadsheets slowing you down? See why software is better for your mentoring program

In today’s fast-paced and competitive work environment, employee wellbeing is more crucial than ever. Organisations...

Strong mental health is built on support, guidance, and connection. One of the most powerful ways to maintain...

The success of a mentoring program depends largely on how well mentors and mentees are matched. A good match fosters...

Traditional workplace mentorship programs can sometimes feel rigid, formal, or even forced. While the benefits of...

The Australian job market is undergoing significant transformations, driven by technological advancements and evolving...

There’s always something about a new year that brings about hope for many people. It may be a new goal for the upcoming...

As the New Year unfolds, many embrace the tradition of setting resolutions to foster personal growth and improvement....

Mentoring programs are powerful tools for personal and professional growth, benefiting both mentors and mentees. With...

Mentoring has long been a cornerstone of personal and professional development. Whether in business, education, or...

Mentoring programs have long been celebrated for fostering personal and professional growth. For mentees, these...

In an era where remote work and digital communication have become the norm, mentoring programs have had to adapt to...

Mentoring is a cornerstone of organisational growth, offering significant benefits to both employees and the...

Mentoring programs are increasingly recognised as powerful professional development and personal growth tools. However,...

Mentoring relationships are invaluable for personal and professional growth. Whether you are the mentor or the mentee,...

And just like that, we’re closing in on the end of 2024. As we prepare for a new year, let’s take a look at the key...

Employee turnover is a pressing concern for organisations worldwide. Losing skilled employees not only disrupts...

Workplace diversity is increasingly recognised as a fundamental driver of business success, innovation, and overall...

Mentoring programs are valuable tools in education, workplace development, and community building. They aim to foster...

In today’s competitive workplace, employee recognition has become a vital ingredient for organisational success. Not...

According to a report, almost half of Baby Boomers expect to or are already working past the age of 70. They also do...

In the competitive landscape of higher education, where faculty and staff face significant pressures, mentoring has...

In today’s fast-paced job market, upskilling employees, the process of enhancing employees’ skills to meet the demands...

The Brancher team recently held some Customer Roundtable discussions with industry mentoring experts across various...

In the fast-paced and competitive environment of university life, mentoring has become a vital resource for students....

Diversity has become a vital component of successful recruitment and retention of people strategies. More than ever,...

Some people leave university without looking back, while others love the idea of staying connected and giving back to...

There is a growing need for universities to offer a university mentoring program to students and alumni. A study found...

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, managing the attrition rate—or employee turnover—has become a central...

In any organisation, leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping the workplace environment, driving performance, and...

The focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in the workplace isn't new, but recent years have...

Investing in a mentoring program is a strategic decision that can significantly impact an organisation's culture,...

Mentorship programs have long been proven to improve employee retention, satisfaction, and productivity. When...

Quiet quitting may be a trendy new name for worker dissatisfaction, but it has been around for years. According to ...

We’ve spent a lot of time working with program administrators to craft a mentoring program for their organisation. This...

Mentorship can be a key component of creating a great organisational culture. It's rare that a mentoring program that...

As a program administrator overseeing a mentoring initiative within your organisation, you’ve seen firsthand how...

Every program administrator needs to be able to measure a mentoring program’s success. If you can’t prove the program...

People often get confused when distinguishing between coaching vs mentoring. While both are valuable tools for personal...

In today’s fast-paced work environment, maintaining a healthy workforce has become a top priority for organisations....

In a world where professional growth and development increasingly rely on structured mentorship, Brancher stands out by...

The turn of the 21st century has brought significant change, particularly for women. It's remarkable to think that just

Mentorship can be a transformative experience, offering invaluable insights, guidance, and opportunities for personal...

As a program administrator, you understand the critical role that mentors play in shaping the careers and lives of...

Mentoring programs have become essential in modern workplaces, fostering professional growth, enhancing employee...

Thanks to the proven benefits of mentoring programs in the workplace, more and more organisations have become...

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, traditional mentoring models must adapt to meet new demands. One emerging...

We've discussed how mentoring plays a pivotal role in an individual's professional and personal development. However,...

Mentoring in the workplace is widely recognised for its tremendous benefits, not just for the mentors and mentees, but...

The main purpose of an organisation's mentorship program is to help the participants achieve their goals. It is through...

Mentoring has long been proven an effective strategy for developing leaders. Aristotle mentored Alexander the Great,...

The percentage of women in the workplace and CEO and leadership positions continues to grow. Fortune reported a growth...

When implemented correctly, a mentoring program can yield clear benefitsfor mentees, mentors and the organisation....

A great mentor can change the life of a mentee. They may not be fairy godmothers or genies, but they can inspire...

Organisations that have yet to tap into the benefits of mentoring are missing out. For years, mentoring has been a...

Mentorship is a powerful tool for professional growth, and while it’s often seen as a formal role, anyone can become a...

Goals are crucial in any mentoring journey. Both mentors and mentees set short-term goals that serve as a roadmap for...

Healthy relationships have set boundaries to build trust, safety, and respect. In professional relationships,...

When it comes to choosing an approach to mentoring, you might need to decide between formal vs. informal mentoring. But...

The business case for mentoring has never been clearer. In just a couple of years, there has been an almost 17% increase

Workplace connection plays a vital role in employee engagement, retention and well-being. According to a study, when...

Research by Linkedin's Workplace Learning Report shows that mentorship was the number one priority for L&D...

When hearing the word “mentor,” the first thing that usually comes to mind is an older and wiser individual advising...

Mentoring in organisations works. When a mentoring program is executed properly, organisations can reap its benefits. ...

Mentoring in organisations has been proven to work, especially when executed well. It can help support the company’s...

Experience makes one a teacher. But in the case of mentoring, you don’t need to have a lot of experience to be a...

Aside from remuneration, employees consider work-life balance and a healthy office environment the top reasons to stay...

Since 2009, there has been an increase in the number of Fortune 500 organisations that have implemented a mentoring...

Without a doubt, the COVID-19 pandemic was a pivotal moment for organisations to welcome remote work. Businesses and...

The presence of a mentor can do a wealth of good to one’s professional development and career. And just like all...

Although it is not an official medical diagnosis, imposter syndrome is recognised by doctors as a valid psychological...

Losing experienced staff hurts. Not only is there a drain on organisational knowledge, but replacement costs can exceed...

Employee burnout is a real struggle that also negatively affects an organisation. This can lead to higher staff...

It is the role of an organisation’s HR team to know how to improve employee engagement in the workplace. Businesses...

The demand for mentoring in organisations is at an all-time high with 98% of Fortune 500 companies in the US now...

Mentorship is not a one-way street. People of any age, expertise, or experience can benefit from both being, and having...

The rise in the number of Fortune 500 companies that have engaged in a mentoring program is evidence of its success....

One of the most common questions asked by those considering joining mentorship is “How long should a mentorship program...

The UK government has been active in promoting mentoring in the country. In 2012, former Minister of Parliament of...

Running a mentoring program is hard, time-consuming, prone to bias and often has mixed results. Mentoring software can...

Mentoring has seen significant growth over the years. In 2020, the number of Fortune 500 companies with a mentorship...

Effective mentor matching plays a vital role in the success of a mentoring program. It sets the foundation for a...

Research shows that people have different learning styles. While some people love learning, others do not – they avoid...

A mentor is a seasoned advisor who supports and guides another individual’s personal or professional journey. Together,...

The demand for mentorship is at an all-time high. 98% of all US Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs in 2024....

Employees these days are very particular about the organisation they want to be part of. With mentorship becoming the...

Running a mentoring program manually is incredibly time-consuming and difficult. We often hear of organisations having...

Mentorship programs have been proven beneficial to all parties involved: the person doing the mentoring, the person...

Working parents are a talent pool that employers can’t afford to ignore. Working parents bring unique skills to the...

Discover when to incorporate mentoring software into your organisation.

Common types of difficult emotions and how to best manage these in mentoring conversations.

Discover effective communication strategies to navigate challenging and difficult mentoring conversations.

Group Mentoring: How to Promote Inclusion in Your Organisation Creating an inclusive space is essential to group...

Explore how humility can be a powerful asset in climbing the career ladder and achieving success as a leader.

Whether you're an experienced mentor or just starting your mentoring journey, here are some key insights and practical...

Discover the essential features to consider when choosing a mentoring software to enhance your mentoring program.

Personality traits predict mentoring. Explore what types of people are more likely to mentor others voluntarily.

Unlock the potential of sports mentoring and discover the return on investment for athletic associations, agencies and...

Introducing Group Mentoring While traditional mentorship typically involves a one-on-one relationship between a mentor...