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Organizations have long recognized mentoring as one of the most effective ways to develop talent. Mentorships create powerful learning environments offering knowledge, guidance and support. The integration of growth mindset coaching into mentoring programs has emerged as an approach that … Read more ›
Setting a Strategic Foundation: What Are Professional Development Goals? Professional goals are specific, actionable targets you set to guide and measure your career growth. They serve as structured steps that help you move from where you are now to where … Read more ›
By Divine Laoye
Mentoring has long been shown to benefit employees and companies worldwide. However, building an effective global mentoring program can be a challenge. This guide offers tips for how international enterprises can build successful mentoring programs across cultures, time zones and … Read more ›
High-potential employees (HiPos) are more than just strong performers—they’re the future leaders of an organization. These individuals stand out because they consistently exceed expectations and demonstrate qualities like strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and a proactive mindset. Whether formally recognized or … Read more ›
Mentoring programs are an invaluable tool for organizations, with multiple benefits ranging from higher retention to a stronger leadership pipeline. These models help support successful mentoring programs with guidance for both mentors and mentees. The “3 Cs of mentoring” model … Read more ›
The Upskilling Imperative Today’s economy is constantly evolving, driven by rapid innovation, shifting market demands, and global disruptions. As industries transform, the skills needed to succeed are also changing. Roles that once stayed the same for years now require continuous … Read more ›
By Divine Laoye
Imagine reducing repetitive tasks, enhancing employee engagement and making smarter hiring decisions—all without adding extra work to your HR team. That’s the power of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in HR (Human Resources). From automating job descriptions to delivering personalized development plans, … Read more ›
Understanding and applying the right leadership styles can transform a team’s engagement, productivity and long-term success. Whether you’re leading a small project team or a multinational organization, your choice of leadership style influences every aspect of your team’s performance—from communication … Read more ›
Without motivation, there can be no momentum. Motivated employees provide the forward motion for strong employee performance, so it’s critical for companies to find ways to motivate employees. However, it takes more than a single initiative or program; employee motivation … Read more ›
Why Group and Team Mentoring Are Gaining Ground In a world where flexibility is no longer a perk but an expectation, it’s clear hybrid and remote work aren’t going away. According to Robert Half, nearly 40% of new job listings … Read more ›
What Are Mentorship Styles and What Each Does Mentorship styles shape how mentors guide, support and empower mentees. Think of various mentoring formats like one-on-one mentoring, group mentoring and reverse mentoring as the meeting context. Styles, by contrast, are the … Read more ›
Democratic leadership is a professional management approach that places high value on team participation and collaboration. Also called participative leadership, it’s one of several leadership approaches that may be used in business. How do you recognize this approach? Defining democratic … Read more ›
Peer-to-peer learning is a collaborative approach where employees learn from one another through shared experiences, not just formal training sessions. It encourages employees to teach, offer feedback and build leadership skills in a natural, everyday setting—often in small groups or … Read more ›
It’s a familiar cycle. An organization rolls out a shiny new leadership development program: motivational speakers, online modules, maybe even a retreat. A few months in, it’s clear the results aren’t there. Engagement is low. Behavior hasn’t changed. Leadership still … Read more ›
By Divine Laoye
As organizations seek to stay ahead in competitive times, mentoring is a valuable tool for developing and retaining a strong workforce. It’s proven to be one of the most powerful ways to boost skill levels, foster leadership and drive long-term … Read more ›
The most successful organizations with a strong collaborative culture, don’t operate their departments in silos. Ideas flow freely. Employees are engaged. And leaders actively take part in the collaboration process. It takes clear intention to build this type of culture … Read more ›
As organizations navigate a rapidly evolving workplace, one truth remains clear: employee development isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a business imperative. That’s why we’re proud to share that Chronus has been named a Workday Innovation Partner. This isn’t just another … Read more ›
Operational leadership is a leadership style focusing on the day-to-day management and execution of an organization’s operations. This type of leadership is critical for making sure an organization successfully carries out the core functions of its business. Effective operations leaders … Read more ›
