How to Keep Mentors Engaged: Non-Monetary Incentives That Actually Work

Engaged Mentors

What Non-Monetary Incentives Keep Mentors Engaged?  If you manage a mentoring programme, you’ve likely faced the challenge of keeping mentors engaged. Many organisations grapple with this. And while financial incentives can play a role, they’re not the only way to keep mentors engaged.  So, what truly motivates mentors? What are some non-monetary incentives that many […]

How to Launch a Successful Mentoring Programme: The Key Steps Most Organisations Overlook 

How to Launch a Successful Mentoring Programme: The Key Steps Most Organisations Overlook 

An organisation launches a mentoring programme with enthusiasm. Mentors are paired with mentees, the programme kicks off, and then… nothing. Engagement drops, relationships fizzle out, and impact is unclear. Sound familiar?  Many organisations assume that simply connecting people is enough. But the reality is, mentoring programmes don’t fail because of a lack of good intentions—they […]

Why Mentoring Matters: The Key to Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders 

Why Mentoring Matters: The Key to Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders

Leadership today is under immense pressure to adapt, evolve, and inspire in a world that is increasingly interconnected, uncertain, and complex. But where will the next generation of leaders come from? More importantly, how will they develop the skills needed to lead with vision and resilience?  One answer has stood the test of time, quietly […]

Supporting foundation professionals effectively: the critical role of mentoring and community 

Professionals working together

Professionals in the dynamic world of foundations and grant-making organisations face unique challenges that require a blend of strategic vision, operational expertise, and the ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships within and beyond their organisations. However, they often find themselves navigating these challenges with limited support, making structured mentoring and community programmes essential resources […]

Are You Mentor-Material? How to Maximise Your Mentorability 

mentee with mentor

Mentoring is often hailed as a key to unlocking potential and achieving career goals in the professional world. We all crave that wise guide, a beacon of experience ready to illuminate our path. But this equation isn’t quite so one-sided as most believe it to be. At The Human Edge, we know that successful mentoring […]

Fireside Chat: What is the difference between Coaching & Mentoring

What is the difference between coaching and mentoring webinar

Mentoring vs. Coaching: Unpacking the Differences for Your Development Journey Have you ever felt stuck and unsure of how to move forward in your career? Or maybe you’re looking to guide someone else on their own path to success? If so, you’ve likely come across the terms “mentoring” and “coaching.” But what exactly is the […]

Beyond Authority: Great Leaders Act Like Mentors (and You Can too) 

A recent study shows that for 70% of people, the leaders’ and managers’ impact on an employee’s mental health rivals that of their partner – and surpasses both their therapist and doctor. That’s a powerful weight to carry as a leader or manager. But it’s also an incredible opportunity to positively influence employee well-being .  […]