EnPoint

The EnPoint Team has been incredibly fortunate and has had an extraordinary year filled with celebrations! From Chantal receiving The Most Inspiring Immigrant Award to being featured in a SaltWire article highlighting our collaboration with Digital Nova Scotia, we are so grateful to work with such inspiring individuals who fuel our passion for mentorship. Every milestone we’ve achieved has deepened our commitment to helping people succeed. In 2024 alone, we’ve published over five articles diving into diverse topics, including skill development, mentorship benefits, and strategies for meaningful career growth. These pieces reflect the breadth of insights we’re eager to share with our community. If you haven’t already, explore the blog section on our website to check out articles and resources we’ve posted! https://lnkd.in/ez-mrzdG #MentorshipMatters #MentorshipChangesLives #RelationshipsMatter

In honor of Women's Entrepreneurship Day, Venture for Canada spotlighted our CEO, Chantal Brine, as an entrepreneur paving the way for future women leaders. Systemic challenges often deter women from launching their own businesses, which is why EnPoint is committed to supporting #mentorship—empowering women with the strength and confidence to overcome these barriers. This feature celebrates how women have transformed their communities and serves as a source of inspiration for aspiring women entrepreneurs looking to make their mark. https://lnkd.in/eW85yRG7 #MentorshipMatters #MentorshipChangesLives #Women’sEntrepreneurshipDay

Welcome back to another #MentorshipMonday! Growing a small business and embarking on your entrepreneurial journey is no small feat. The good news? You don’t have to do it alone. Mentorship can be especially valuable for small businesses, offering guidance, experience, and opportunities to fuel growth and resilience in the face of new and unique challenges. Take a look at  why #mentorshipmatters to your journey and some benefits that come along with it! Do you have a mentor in your life? Let us know in the comments below how you feel about mentorship. #MentorshipMonday #whosyourmentor #mentorshipchangeslives #network  #relationshipsmatter

Happy #MentorshipMonday!   For any organization, delays in filling job openings can be costly. More often than not, organizations may turn to external resources to increase the prosperity of their talent pipelines. Leveraging mentorship can be a powerful tool to foster growth and development of emerging talent within an organization.  Mentorship is a versatile tool that organizations can use for a variety of purposes, such as attracting top talent, addressing skills gaps, and reducing recruitment costs and time, among others. The relationships formed through mentorship not only help mentees develop valuable skills and insights but also enable organizations to identify and cultivate future leaders, ultimately building a sustainable talent pipeline for the long term. Check out the content below for key takeaways of leveraging  mentorship to cultivate a robust talent pipeline! 🔊 https://lnkd.in/e_hNSkKb #mentorshipchangeslives #networking #hiringfaster #careerdevelopment #career #confidence

This Career Development Month, we want to give a big shoutout to the amazing initiative Digital Nova Scotia has taken to enhance students' careers through #mentorship. The Skills For Hire Atlantic program has made an incredible impact on over 1,500 students by offering upskilling opportunities and career counselling through one-on-one mentorship sessions. See this impact by hearing from the students themselves! Below are testimonials from several students reflecting on their experiences with Skills For Hire Atlantic.

It’s Career Development Month!! As the world of work continues to evolve, investing in career growth is no longer a “nice to have”, it’s essential regardless of your organization’s size. Employees are increasingly interested in becoming active participants in their workplace while developing their skills. Talent LMS reports that 71% of workers would like to update their skills more often, while 80% believe employers should invest more to provide upskilling and reskilling opportunities. Whether you’re a startup or a large organization, building a culture of growth sets your organization apart, enhances employee skills, encourages knowledge sharing, and supports personal and professional goal setting. Embrace this month as an opportunity to reflect on the continuous process of career development and ask yourself: How are we actively supporting our team’s career growth and development? Learn more about the career development workshops and resources we offer here: https://lnkd.in/dPTBQc9z #CareerDevelopment #MentorshipMatters #MentorshipChangesLives #MeaningfulWork

Did you know that a significant portion of Canadian businesses do not fully leverage work-integrated learning opportunities?  This article from HR Reporter discusses how WIL programs such as co-ops, internships, and apprenticeships, play a crucial role in addressing skills gaps, and preparing students for the work force by giving them hands-on experience. Remember - WIL is a win-win for both students and employers, creating a strong foundation for building a skilled, adaptable workforce for the future! Find out more in the article by HR Reporter below; https://lnkd.in/eKvH_WBK

“Is #mentorship worth my time?” is a question we hear quite frequently. While it is a valuable investment, mentorship can often be viewed as burdensome because it’s perceived as time-consuming and costly in terms of both money and resources. As businesses tackle rising expenses and hiring challenges, creating formal mentorship programs may seem like a far-off goal. However, with three-quarters of Gen Z individuals rating mentorship as crucial for their workplace learning, its key role in developing and retaining employees is likely here to stay! To understand more on how mentorship makes your company appealing to Gen Z, check out the pointers in the UWaterloo article below! https://lnkd.in/ev2Da5a3

#Mentorship has been a powerful tool in advancing women in their careers. McKinsey & Company’s 2024 Women in the Workplace highlights the challenges women face in reaching senior leadership roles, emphasizing the need for targeted initiatives to propel women through the talent pipeline. Only 27% of women have a formal mentor in the workplace, compared to 38% of men, limiting their growth and career development opportunities. Supporting women through mentorship transcends diversity, equity, and inclusion, and represents a meaningful commitment to intentional investment in their futures! Check out this must-read by Fortune on the value of breaking the glass ceiling at your company;  https://lnkd.in/emehHnVN

This article written by Gallup discusses #mentorship and how it is crucial when it comes to helping professionals with developing skills, navigating their careers, as well as overcoming challenges. We think a good mentor can build a strong relationship with a mentee, helping them grow professionally.  If you would like to learn more, find the full article here. https://lnkd.in/gMaxTSsD #MentorshipMatters #EmployeeDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceMentorship #CareerGrowth #TalentDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment