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Mentoring Across the Generations [Training Industry]

Mentoring has a universal appeal. Instead of looking at different generations and deciding on a mentoring approach based on stereotypes, try these ideas from Laura Francis of River for making ...

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5 Signs You Need Mentoring Software

From being overwhelmed by matching people by hand to not having a way to track relationships, here are five signs that let you know you need mentoring software.

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Common Mentoring Questions

The mentoring experts at River share some common questions we hear from program administrators...and how to be successful.

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Reverse Mentoring Helps Spread Knowledge

This article from Arlene Hirsch looks at the growing trend of reverse mentoring and features Chris Browning and Laura Francis from River.

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Mentoring Software for All Ages

Using a new technology can come with some growing pains. Here are three tips for overcoming objections to using mentoring software.

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Encourage More Female Leadership by Using Mentoring

More women in leadership roles can boost your bottom line, positively impact your corporate culture, and make you stand out as a stellar employer. Learn how Sodexo did it via mentoring.

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Tips for Navigating a Mentoring Program Pilot Unveiled by River

Denver, January 7, 2019— In celebration of National Mentoring Month, the mentoring experts at River have published a new eBook for organizations that want to launch a mentoring program. Many ...

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Navigating a Mentoring Pilot eBook

Don't fall into common traps when you pilot your mentoring program. Download this free eBook from River to get expert tips and advice. Get your copy here.

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How to Get Better Results with Mentoring

The Client Success team at River shows why they rock in this blog from Allison Laing. Check out how she helped this longtime client increase the number of mentoring relationships by more than 700%.

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River Wins Silver 2018 Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Technology Award

Denver, December 7, 2018— River was honored this month with our 12th Brandon Hall Group Excellence Award since 2011. The Silver Excellence in Technology Award was given for our mentoring software ...

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Which Mentor Matching Option Is Right for You?

When you’re designing your mentoring program, one of the biggest factors you will need to determine is how you want mentees and mentors to be matched. Is self-directed or administrator matching ...

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Reverse Mentoring eBook

Flip mentoring on its head! Learn how to design a reverse mentoring program that engages your workforce. Get tips and ideas in this free eBook from River.

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River Mentoring Software Helps You Manage Your Mentoring Programs

Chris Browning talks to Superb Crew about the benefits of mentoring, the power of River mentoring software, and how technology assists administrators and participants alike.

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How Do I Run a Successful Mentoring Pilot?

We've seen successes and failures with mentoring pilots over the years. Here are seven tips you should follow to help you be successful.

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Do More with Mentoring

From mentees and mentors to administrators and companies themselves, we see the value that mentoring can bring to each group. How can you do more with mentoring?

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Mentee and Mentor Training and Services Set River Apart

As a mentoring solution, River stands out from the crowd because of expert consulting, training, and support services. Read more here.

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What Is Mentoring?

People often talk about mentors as their coaches, guides, teachers, advocates, and advisors. This begs the question: What is mentoring?

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Mentoring ROI: Numbers, Proof, and a Plan of Attack

Yes, mentoring matters. Yes, mentoring makes a difference. Yes, mentoring is worth our time and effort. How do we know? The data tells us. From employee engagement and retention, to productivity ...

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The Art and Science of Leading an Online Mentoring Group

Group mentoring thrives when there is both structure and flexibility within the group. Creating this requires a balance of art and science.

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Mentoring Software Makes Administration Easy

There’s no question that mentoring continues to be a desired program at work, but many organizations are missing the opportunity to take advantage of this. What's holding them back?

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Mentoring Makes Employees Happy and Productive

Mentoring can be a great equalizer. Access to leaders, knowledge sources, and collaboration opportunities are critical. Learn more here.

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The ROI of Mentoring eBook

From employee engagement and retention, to productivity and collaboration, mentoring leaves a mark on the people involved. Get the inside scoop on how clients who use River's mentoring software ...

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River Helps Address Intra-Organizational Mentoring Challenges

Chris Browning, President of River, sat down with SuperbCrew to share River’s story, the challenges we help companies overcome, and the reasons why River is unique when it comes to business ...

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How to Build a Business Case for Mentoring

A goal without a plan is just a wish. Is starting (or expanding) a mentoring program at your organization a sound plan or a well-meaning wish? Do you know what should be included in a plan as you ...

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How to Design a Mentoring Program eBook

Are you ready for mentoring at your organization, but not sure where to start? Or looking to expand your mentoring program, but unclear on what to do next? Look no further than this eBook from ...

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Three Ways to Sabotage Your Mentoring Plan

You may not realize it, but you could be sabotaging your mentoring program. Here are some dangers to look out for.

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Transformative Mentoring

People often describe feeling transformed when they participate in mentoring. To help get everyone there, Randy Emelo describes three areas that can have a tremendous positive impact on mentoring ...

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How Do I Design a Mentoring Program?

We hear from people every day who need to start or expand a mentoring program, but who aren't sure of what steps to take. Here is the answer.

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Mentoring: More than Just a Match

Too often, mentoring leaders think their main work is finished once the match is made between mentee and mentor. Nothing could be further from the truth. Randy Emelo explains what other tasks ...

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Modern Mentoring 2.0: The New Way to Run Mentoring Programs

Four lessons we've learned in the past few years when it comes to modern mentoring and running a business e-mentoring program.

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