Leadership lessons from Matt Collins, VP of Product & Partner Marketing at MNTN Pushed Into the Deep End: What Resilience Really Looks Like at Work Resilience is often framed as a character trait, something you either have or you don’t. But if you ask Matt...
Breakthrough Leadership Happens When You Stop Doing the “Right” Thing In leadership, we’re often taught to follow the path: do what’s expected, check the boxes, climb the ladder. But, as the award-winning keynote speaker, Steve Fredlund shared with us, the most meaningful breakthroughs, personally and...
What Makes an Effective Mentor? A Guide to Structured Mentoring In today’s fast-changing workplace, mentoring is no longer a “nice to have.” It’s a proven strategy for developing leaders, strengthening engagement, and accelerating growth when it’s done well. At Menttium, we’ve spent more than 30...
Managing Up: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Do It Well You’ve probably heard the phrase “managing up,” but what does it really mean, and why has it become such a critical leadership skill? In today’s fast-moving, hybrid, and often matrixed work...
Mentorship Without the HR Burden: How to Support Your People During Big Initiatives When organizations are navigating large, business‑critical initiatives, HR teams often find themselves pulled in multiple directions at once. The pressure is real: transformation work, system implementations, restructures, growth goals, all while continuing...
Carolyn Dolezal, executive coach and former Chief Operating Officer of the Americas SAP Users’ Group (ASUG), shares transformative insights on empathetic leadership and navigating organizational change. With over 23 years as a Menttium mentor and extensive C-suite experience, Carolyn brings a wealth of practical wisdom...
In the last few months, layoffs have returned to corporate America with unnerving force. Starbucks, Target, Amazon, Paramount, and Molson Coors have all announced major job cuts, each for its own strategic reason. On their own, these announcements may seem like standard corporate adjustments. But...
Why Having Someone in Your Corner Matters In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure work environment, having someone in your corner isn’t just a luxury, it’s a neuroscience-backed strategy for success. During a recent mentoring conversation, a mentor shared something powerful: “Everyone needs someone solidly in their...
Pam Stegora-Axberg, CEO of Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, offers valuable insights on making a successful corporate to non-profit transition through intentional career planning and skill development. With experience at UnitedHealthcare, Optum, and Qwest Communications, Pam brings a unique perspective on making successful career pivots...
When Expert Insight Meets Real Experience: Where Leadership Development Happens Most leaders remember the moment they realize studying leadership can only take you so far. It’s the trials, missteps, and lessons learned that transform knowledge into wisdom. But what if you could accelerate that growth...
Dr. Dell Birch, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Technology Operations in the automotive industry, shares essential leadership strategies for navigating mergers, acquisitions and business uncertainty in today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape. With over 20 years of experience leading global transformations and strategic initiatives,
At Menttium, we believe in the power of mentoring; the right mentor can accelerate learning, increase confidence, broaden perspectives and help key talent realize their true potential. By focusing on our mentees as a whole, our unique corporate mentoring programs seek to help individuals thrive...
Andrya Pearson, learning and talent development professional with over 20 years of experience at companies like Allstate Insurance, CVS Health, and Aetna Health, shares powerful career development strategies that can transform your professional trajectory. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore her proven methods for goal...
As artificial intelligence reshapes nearly every corner of the workplace, from hiring to performance tracking to leadership development, it’s tempting to believe that algorithms can handle even the most human parts of professional growth. But when it comes to mentoring, one truth remains unchanged: people...
As a leader in your industry, cultivating a company culture that enables employees to grow and thrive is more crucial than ever. With new return-to-office mandates causing friction across companies, the need for intentional support, engagement, and professional development has reached a tipping point. As...
Tony Meale, Senior Manager, Executive Communications at Discover Financial Services, demonstrates how strategic career pivots can transform your professional trajectory through calculated risks and purposeful decisions. In this comprehensive episode, we’ll explore Tony’s journey from entry-level sports journalist to successful ghostwriter, speake
Alison Fragale, research psychologist from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan Flagler Business School and bestselling author of Likable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve, shares essential strategies for building professional status and power that help women gain the recognition and advancement they...
Tech veteran Jackie Seto and financial executive Chad Mead brought their expertise as Menttium Mentors to a recent Power90 live session, sharing practical strategies for effective stakeholder communication. Facilitated by Dana Gaulke, the session equipped participants with five essential approaches for navigating complex conversations across...
Mick White, Founder of 100 Year Manifesto joins the Menttium Matters podcast to discuss the critical role purpose plays in our lives. Whether in leadership, parenting or everyday interactions, when you define your purpose, you unlock clarity, confidence and a powerful ripple effect. From Entrepreneurial...
Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace 2025 report offers a sobering look at global employee engagement. Just 21% of employees are engaged at work. Even more alarming, manager engagement has dropped to 27%, with young and female managers reporting the steepest decline. As AI accelerates...
Lan Phan, Founder and CEO of community of SEVEN, joins the Menttium Matters podcast to explore the power of purpose-driven action and how aligning our daily choices with deeper meaning can spark lasting transformation. Through intentional connection and consistent effort, she offers a roadmap to...
The Power of Listening: The Hidden Key to Effective Mentoring and Leadership In a world where communication often means talking, truly effective communicators know the secret lies in something quieter listening. While persuasive speech and confident presentation skills often dominate discussions about professional success, exceptional...
Susan T. Schuster, Innovation and Leadership Educator & Midwest Regional Field Manager at Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, joins Solveig Brown on the Menttium Matters podcast to discuss how to accelerate action by realizing, celebrating, and nurturing the networks we already have. Susan shares...
Marisa Williams, Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts River Valleys, joins the Menttium Matters podcast to discuss embracing disruption and authentic leadership. From grassroots activism at 11 years old to leading transformative cultural change within organizations, Marisa shares how leaders can challenge the status quo,...
Urmi Trivedi, a leadership and career coach joins the Menttium Matters podcast. Having led transformative initiatives at companies like True Value and Grainger, Urmi now focuses on coaching executives and nonprofit leaders, helping them navigate change, build confidence, and find success in their careers. Mentorship:...
Kelli Schutrop, CEO and Founder of Thoughtful Resound, shares her expertise in building your personal brand, thought leadership and executive presence. Kelli, a dynamic revenue growth leader, offers actionable advice on how professionals can enhance their online presence and confidently position themselves as thought leaders...
A Practical Guide to Finding Your Voice Krista Claude, Executive Coach and Founder of Go Forward Consulting, shares insights on empowering introverts to find their voice and thrive in leadership. Krista reveals a step-by-step process to help introverts harness their strengths and overcome challenges in...
Brett Koch, Vice President at a leading biopharma company and Chris Clark, retired President & COO of Dentsply International, discuss the long-term benefits of executive mentorship. They share how their mentoring relationship, helped Brett further develop his leadership skills, build trust, and achieve personal and...
Empowering Leaders Through Personalized Mentoring: Menttium’s Key Talent Insights Report In today’s rapidly changing work environment, professionals seek guidance on navigating career challenges, from leadership development to managing workload stress. Menttium’s Insights Report sheds light on the top 3 most requested development goals developmental goals...
Peter Ray, a biopharma strategy and operations executive, joins Megan Cummings Kruger to discuss leadership, strategic thinking, and the transformative power of mentorship. Peter draws from his extensive experience in the life sciences industry, offering insights on holistic learning, decision quality, and how taking time...
Ha-Keem Abdel-Khaliq, Global Vice President in Human Resources, shares his wisdom on career development. Coach Ha-Keem dives into strategies for authentic self-promotion and the importance of expanding your network. With years of experience coaching professionals, Ha-Keem provides practical advice on leveraging strengths for career growth....
Tim Meyer, Vice President, Clinical and Scientific Affairs for Bolt Medical shares his journey from technical contributor to global leader, highlighting the significant power of mentorship in his career. He discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of diverse mentorship, and the value of staying open...
Develop your leadership skills and learn the unwritten rules of Executive Presence with a sample of our curated collection of videos, podcasts, TED Talks, and expert interviews. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, these resources will help you build confidence and leadership...
Jim Gwaltney, a former senior executive at Ford Motor Company and founder of J. Gwaltney & Associates, reveals that mastering leadership delegation and motivation is the cornerstone of executive success. In this episode of the Menttium Matters podcast, Jim discusses his book The 20 Immutable...
Accelerating Leadership Development and Advancing Diversity with Menttium In today’s dynamic business landscape, there are numerous economic, demographic, and market indicators driving the need for organizations to prioritize leadership development. At Menttium, we’ve been at the forefront of this movement for over 30 years, supporting...
Mike Terry, Director of Operations for Discover Financial Services, and Tom Schlick, Business Operations Executive, share the dynamics of their successful executive mentoring partnership through a compelling narrative that serves as a blueprint for building trust and unlocking the full potential of mentoring partnerships. They...
Dr. Renee McLaughlin, the National Medical Executive, Value-Based Relationships at Cigna, talks about the current current environment for LGBTQ+ inclusion and best practices for creating an inclusive work culture. She offers recommendations for being a stronger ally for LGBTQ+ people with a powerful model of...
Introduction We have spent more than 30 years perfecting the art of implementing formal mentoring programs in large and mid-size corporations. To establish a successful internal mentoring program you must have a unified vision that aligns with your key business objectives, clear implementation and evaluation...
Unlocking Employee Potential: Insights from Menttium’s Participants We recently reviewed survey and interview data from a cohort of 270 mentees to better understand their goals and challenges. Our findings offer valuable insights into the key challenges employees face and the most sought-after development areas. Key...
Understanding the Differences Between Mentoring and Coaching In the realm of professional and personal development, mentoring and coaching are two powerful approaches that can significantly enhance an individual’s growth. Despite their similarities, these two methods have distinct characteristics and applications. This blog post will explore...
How to Successfully Implement a Corporate Mentoring Program At Menttium, we’ve been leaders in mentoring since 1991, helping individuals and corporations achieve success. As a woman-owned business, we specialize in creating corporate mentoring programs that boost engagement and develop future leaders. With over 30 years...
Rob Grubka, CEO of Workplace Solutions for Voya Financial, shares Voya’s strategy for creating an inclusive workplace culture. Rob reveals the importance of building a foundation of trust and how Voya creates an organizational culture based on this trust. He discusses Voya’s response to the...
As technology evolves, some principles remain timeless. One such principle is the value of mentorship, a concept that has proven indispensable even as our search for knowledge shifts from Google to ChatGPT. Mastery Takes Time – But You Don’t Have to Go It Alone It’s...
“I am not good at my job!” “I am not qualified for this position!” “What if they think I am incompetent?” Do any of these statements seem familiar? Imposter Syndrome is a trending topic in the workplace and many people struggle with these fraudy...
Are you ready to be a mentor? Becoming a mentor is a commitment to another person’s growth. Just like mentees, mentors need certain characteristics to help guide and nurture a successful partnership. The Menttium Mentor Readiness Assessment helps you reflect on your mentoring skills and...
As you begin your goal-setting journey, remember that goals are personal, success is measured by you, and it may look different for everyone. What’s important is that you have clear goals that align to what you value, hope to achieve and involves a systematic process...
Are you ready to be mentored? Mentorship is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth, but success depends on how prepared you are to make the most of the opportunity. Certain characteristics help ensure a fruitful mentoring relationship, and understanding where you naturally excel...
Executive Presence – you know it when you see it. That’s often what people say when they try to describe executive presence. They have a picture in their mind of certain people with strong executive presence and also of those who don’t have it. ...
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