Maximizing your potential through mentorship. Having arrived In Canada from China just two years ago, Monte Zhu, a father of three, could not find a job as a financial software programmer. Monte eventually came to Seneca and graduated from the College’s Accounting Techniques program. But he realized he needed some
As a mentor/mentee you have an amazing year ahead with lots in store to help you achieve all your goals. Be on the outlook for those conversations that inspire you because you may be receiving mentorship when you least expect it. After each inspiring conversation, take some time to reflect
To get your 2014 off to a great start, MentorCity and Celestica invite you to… Mentoring Conversations an innovative and dynamic speaker series on topics related to MentorCity members’ mentoring objectives and goals. Engage with our speaker…best selling author Barry Siskind who will talk about Networking. Date: Thursday, January 16,
Thank you for sharing your time, knowledge and experiences over the past year as part of the MentorCity community. One of the most rewarding and exciting aspects of this business is seeing people get connected to meaningful mentoring relationships. This story is from one of my mentees as she steps
November, 2013 edition. Includes an article by MentorCity’s president Shawn Mintz. Link: origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1108653809372-19/CONNECT+Volume+2.pdf
Fully engaged… to support 20,000 human resources professionals in Ontario to succeed in their careers, and help their organizations! MentorCity is pleased to announce that we have been selected by the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario (HRPA) to be their membership mentoring platform. MentorCity’s comprehensive online mentoring program is
Article about Shawn Mintz’s speech at the Writers & Editors Network breakfast meeting. Media: Media Download
How employers are using social media in recruiting Specific tips for online job hunting Expert opinions on the future of job search Panelists include: Cher Jones, Social Media Trainer & TV Personality (www.sociallyactive.ca) – @itscherjones Lisa Kramer, Director, RBC Global Campus Recruiting (www.rbc.com/careers/campus-recruitment) – @Recruit_Campus Ryan Coelho, Motivational Speaker &
MentorNation will create an online platform that seamlessly matches business mentors with aspiring Aboriginal entrepreneurs, while providing materials and resources to support successful mentoring relationships. The project is a one-of-a-kind initiative to support Aboriginal entrepreneurship and build self-sufficiency in First Nations communities across Canada. MentorCity’s fundraising goal is $1,000 –
The majority of American workers agree that having a mentor is valuable, yet less than half have one. Here’s the kicker: among female leaders, only
A striking 97% of employees who have workplace mentors consider the experience valuable. These numbers make a compelling case for thoughtful mentor-mentee matching. Mentees advance
Companies are changing their talent development approach through virtual mentorship benefits. The numbers tell a compelling story – 91% of workers with mentors feel satisfied
Mentees stay with their companies 72% of the time, while those without mentors stick around just 49% of the time. The financial services sector has
Quality mentoring helps novice teachers boost their students’ learning by two to five months in math and two to four months in reading. A good
A mentor’s influence in education can transform lives. Statistics show that 92% of students with mentors achieved remarkable academic improvements under their guidance. These students’
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