CASE STUDY In an effort aimed at empowering artists, Mentorly and Artists Up joined forces to provide invaluable guidance and support. Mentorly acted as the technology backbone of this project. As the pandemic imposed unprecedented challenges on the artistic community, Artists Up’s pioneering online programming emerged as a beacon of success, inspiring other arts organizations statewide to follow suit. Recognizing the transformative impact of accessible mentorship, Artists Up are leading the charge in improving coaching programs for artists, setting a new standard for the industry. https://men ..read more

https://mentorlyblog.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lululemon-x-Mentorly-video.mp4 Lululemon is a global athletic apparel brand founded in 1998. What began as a retail business for yoga pants and other yoga apparel has expanded to become a mogul in the fashion industry. Lululemon is now known not just for its athletic wear but also for high-quality accessories, lifestyle apparel, and personal care products. With over 574 stores across the globe and a thriving online retail arm, Lululemon is truly a force to reckon with. Let’s explore how Mentorly played a pivotal role in the company’s evolution ..read more

https://mentorlyblog.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/collab_02_loop.mp4 Startup Canada has been a long-time Mentorly customer. They provide entrepreneurs across different industries with the resources and industry experts they need to take their operations to the next level. What Is Startup Canada? Startup Canada is a national nonprofit that connects entrepreneurs to the tools and community they need, led by CEO Kayla Isabelle. They find the right people, like industry experts and organizations from local regions and around the country, to advise and guide them in a particular field. Startup Ca ..read more

https://mentorlyblog.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lululemon-x-Mentorly-video.mp4 Lululemon is a global athletic apparel brand founded in 1998. What began as a retail business for yoga pants and other yoga apparel has expanded to become a mogul in the fashion industry. Lululemon is now known not just for its athletic wear but also for high-quality accessories, lifestyle apparel, and personal care products. With over 574 stores across the globe and a thriving online retail arm, Lululemon is truly a force to reckon with. Let’s explore how Mentorly played a pivotal role in the company’s evolution ..read more

Holistic mentorship is a crucial catalyst that ensures the growth of entry-level professionals in the tech sector, and organizations such as Skills for Hire Atlantic deliver for their participants. This program under Digital Nova Scotia tackles issues from the unprecedented growth in tech, which has created a significant gap in talent demand and availability. Let’s explore why their mentorship is deemed indispensable and how partnering with Mentorly helped with the challenges they faced.   Skills For Hire and Mentorship Skills for Hire Atlantic is a virtual gateway to upskilling and caree ..read more

Today, we are thrilled to announce the launch of a new pricing tier for Mentorly: Mentorly Start! This exciting addition to our lineup is designed to make mentorship accessible to organizations of all sizes, enabling them to foster meaningful connections and empower their members to reach new heights. At Mentorly, we firmly believe that pricing is not just a number to be set and forgotten about; it is an exercise in understanding our customers and the needs of our market. When we launched Mentorly in the summer of 2020, we mistakenly assumed that only programs over one hundred of users would ..read more

Prince’s Trust Canada partners with Mentorly to Efficiently Connect Veterans with Entrepreneurial Mentors   https://mentorlyblog.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Linked_in_v2.mp4   Who is Prince’s Trust Canada? The national charity is on a mission to empower young people and Veterans to build resilient, future-ready communities. Their programs help military Veterans overcome barriers to entrepreneurship and find meaningful employment for a sustainable future. Mentorship is mission-critical to Prince’s Trust Canada, and the communities it serves. These lasting connections made through me ..read more

Mentorship programs play a vital role in employee job satisfaction, retention rates, and career development. According to Forbes, 70% of U.S. Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs. Learning from successful examples can help employers better train mentors for their teams. This article will contain best practices regarding mentorship you can implement today. Benefits of Mentoring Programs  Mentorships are excellent opportunities for new or less competent workers to learn from more experienced colleagues. Leaders can guide the mentees through different job specifics and boost their ..read more

Diversity and inclusion are vital for the success of any modern business. The two factors also have an undeniable link with effective mentorship. An organization that creates a welcoming environment for all individuals fosters a feeling of acceptance and safety. When a mentee feels respected, valued, and supported, they engage in authentic conversations and relationships, all of which are keys to effective mentorship.  An organization that prioritizes diversity and inclusion also creates an atmosphere of understanding. Mentors and mentees can openly share their experiences and perspective ..read more

The average tenure at the top 10 tech companies is less than two years. This means that by the time an employee get’s ramped up, they are almost on their way out. According to a study by the Association for Talent Development, higher employee retention is among the top benefits of mentoring programs. Higher employee retention is more important than ever in modern workplaces with waning employee loyalty and more frequent job hopping. When employees feel connected to the organization and have a sense of belonging, they’re more likely to stay. Studies show that mentorship programs can, indeed, m ..read more