Welcome to our Deep Dive Discussion series session, designed to bring together ATD Houston members for an engaging and thought-provoking experience.
Are you passionate about mentoring or looking to elevate your organization's mentoring program? Join us for an exclusive, limited-capacity event sponsored by ATD Houston, where we’ll explore the power and potential of mentoring. This session is tailored to help you understand how mentoring can drive personal and professional growth within your organization.
Mentoring is a transformative practice that supports individual development and strengthens organizational performance. Investing in a mentoring program can unlock new skills, enhance team advancement, and build a stronger company culture.
This Deep Dive is ideal for:
- Members with an existing mentoring practice
- Those interested in starting a mentoring program
- Members facing challenges with current mentoring efforts
- Anyone new to the concept of mentoring
A recent CNBC survey highlights the critical impact of mentorship: over 40% of workers without a mentor considered leaving their jobs in the past three months, compared to only 25% of those with a mentor. Happy, engaged employees are likelier to stay, making mentorship a key factor in employee retention.
Proven Benefits of Mentoring Programs:
- Improved retention rates
- Accelerated career advancement
- Stronger connectivity and empathetic relationships
- Increased diversity and representation
- Enhanced knowledge sharing
- Upskilling and reskilling opportunities
What You’ll Gain from This Conversation:
This is not a lecture—it’s a dynamic, participant-driven discussion where you'll explore various aspects of mentoring programs, such as:
- Mentoring vs. job shadowing or apprenticeship
- Cross-industry mentoring practices
- Essential elements of a successful program
- Technology tools to support mentoring
- Best practices for matching mentors and mentees
- Strategies for maintaining and scaling programs
- Closing cohort groups effectively
- Addressing common challenges and maximizing the benefits of mentoring
Talent Development Capability Model
Developing Professional Capability
Impacting Organizational Capability
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Xina Togba is a talent development professional passionate about fostering growth and helping people reach their potential. With extensive experience as a mentor for MicroMentor, SHRM, and GLEAM, Xina brings valuable insights into implementing and sustaining mentoring programs. She looks forward to sharing her experiences and sparking a lively conversation on mentoring strategies.
