In this episode, Karen Kirton explores how mentoring can be a powerful tool for employee development, engagement, and retention—especially for small businesses that may not have the resources for extensive training programs. She outlines practical ways to implement mentoring in an organization at little to no cost.

In today’s episode, you will learn about:

• The benefits of mentoring and why it plays a key role in employee engagement and professional growth.
• How to establish an internal mentoring program, even in small businesses, with clear roles, responsibilities, and agreements.
• The importance of matching mentees with the right mentors, ensuring structure, goal-setting, and accountability.
• How to utilize professional associations that offer mentoring programs, providing employees with external development opportunities.
• Strategies to help employees find their own mentors, including leveraging LinkedIn connections and industry contacts.
• How to evaluate the success of a mentoring program, ensuring employees reflect on their progress and continue their professional growth.

This episode provides a practical roadmap for businesses looking to implement cost-effective mentoring programs that enhance employee satisfaction and long-term retention. Have you arranged a mentorship for an employee? 

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