Question 1

Is this time-intensive for HR?

Accepted Answer

No. The program is designed with People teams in mind. Expect about 1 hour of onboarding, then occasional brief check-ins. We handle matching, tracking, and reporting.

Question 2

Can we join with mentees only?

Accepted Answer

No. Each company needs to provide both mentors and mentees to keep the exchange balanced. This is what makes the model work — everyone contributes, everyone benefits.

Question 3

Do mentors need prior mentoring experience?

Accepted Answer

No. We offer a free onboarding masterclass for both mentors and mentees, covering how to set up a successful mentoring relationship. Motivation and openness matter more than formal training.

Question 4

How are matches decided?

Accepted Answer

We use an AI-assisted matching tool to surface pairing suggestions based on topics, availability, and seniority, then finalise matches manually to ensure quality. Your HR contact can review and approve or request changes.

Question 5

What about confidentiality and competitors?

Accepted Answer

We actively screen against direct market conflicts — no competitor pairings. All sessions follow clear privacy guidelines, and no sessions are recorded. Everything stays between the mentor-mentee pair.

Question 6

Which companies is this for?

Accepted Answer

Small and mid-sized organisations with 50–300 employees, ideally in tech, SaaS, professional services, or agency sectors. You need a dedicated HR/People lead and interest in developing soft skills and leadership fundamentals. We accept 8–10 companies per cohort to ensure high-quality matching.

Question 7

What happens after the cohort ends?

Accepted Answer

We deliver a report with participation data, feedback, and recommendations. You can choose to join the next cohort or not — there's no long-term obligation.