Across programs, research, and institutions, a common question when it comes to mentoring is, does it matter? Or, to put it another way, does it work? Historically, the answers to these questions have come within disciplinary silos: youth, academic, and organizational. In this meta-analysis […]
When was the last time you gave someone critical feedback? Do you think you gave it fairly and equitably? Chances are, if you were giving feedback to a woman, you may have “softened” your message. In this piece in the Harvard Business Review, authors Lily Jampol, […]
No matter your role (faculty, staff, student, mentor, mentee, manager), we all need to be practicing reflection and learning from our experiences. In this webinar, get introduced to critical tools and strategies for incorporating reflection into your personal and professional development, hear about research on why these […]
Seeking out and building relationships with mentors, sponsors, and other support resources is a great way to support your growth and gather feedback. We know that finding mentors can be challenging, and that’s why we love the idea of short-term mentoring. Think about who the […]
A recent survey from Inside Higher Ed and College Pulse found that student mentors in college have provided everything from career advice to advice on course selection to guidance on navigating student life. However, not all students have equal access to, or even know […]
This article from Inside Higher Ed examines a research study conducted by the University of Illinois that identified four key factors that contribute to college students’ sense of belonging. These factors included: identification with the university, social match, social acceptance, and cultural capital in […]
In this article from the Chronicle of Evidence-Based Mentoring, learn more about findings from a new study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology on how simply reaching out to someone through a phone call or text results in positive effects. Many of […]
We know that new employees and young professionals need mentorship, guidance, and support as they navigate a new workplace and role. But how does this play out for hybrid employees? This article from Forbes explores strategies and tips for building meaningful relationships with young professionals. […]
While much is made of how to find and build effective relationships with mentors, the ending is no less important. When mentoring relationships are done well, the ending is a pivotal point in re-forming the relationship on new terms. And, sometimes, mentoring relationships need to […]
Anyone who has run a mentoring program has, at some point, confronted the question of “the match.” Or, to put it another way, how important is it to match people based on various demographic qualities? In this post in The Chronicle of Evidence Based […]