# Insights on building better workplaces

Our latest articles on mentorship, learning and development, employee retention, DEIB, remote work, and building effective teams.

# Insights on building better workplaces

Our latest articles on mentorship, employee development, DEIB, remote work, and building effective teams.

March 3, 2026

[**When to Implement a Mentorship Application Form (+ Sample Questions)**](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/mentorship-application-form)

Learn when to use a mentorship application form, what questions to ask, and how to manage the process in one platform.

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## Our most popular articles

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/how-to-structure-a-mentorship-program-a-complete-guide)[Mentorship Programs\
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How to Structure a Mentorship Program: Proven L&D Insights](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/how-to-structure-a-mentorship-program-a-complete-guide)

[Learning & Development\
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10+ Companies With Exceptional Employee Development Programs](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/best-training-and-development-programs)

[Mentorship Programs\
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What is the Purpose of Mentoring? (Benefits + Models)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-mentoring)

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/essential-leadership-training-topics)[15+ Leadership Training Topics for Strategic L&D Programs](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/essential-leadership-training-topics)  
Move from reactive training to strategic enablement. Discover 15+ leadership topics mapped to business outcomes like retention, ROI, and succession.

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/performance-management-strategy-guide-for-hr-leaders)[The HR Guide to Performance Management Strategy](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/performance-management-strategy-guide-for-hr-leaders)  
Discover 7 performance management strategies to move beyond the annual review. Build a scalable ecosystem of feedback and coaching to improve ROI.

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/people-management-skills)[An HR Leader’s Guide to Developing & Scaling People Management Skills](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/people-management-skills)  
Stop leaving manager success to chance. Learn how to build a scalable infrastructure for people management that improves retention and team performance.

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/developing-management-skills-at-scale)[Management Skills for New Managers: A Guide to Scalable Enablement](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/developing-management-skills-at-scale)  
Stop the "accidental manager" trend. Learn the 6 essential skills every new manager needs—from coaching to delegation—and how to build a scalable enablement program.

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/emotional-intelligence-in-leadership)[Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Can't Be Taught in a Workshop—Here's What Actually Works](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/emotional-intelligence-in-leadership)  
Emotional intelligence can’t be taught in a workshop—it requires practice. Learn why mentorship is the key to scaling EI and building a future-proof leadership pipeline.

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-peer-to-manager-training-program)[How to Start a Peer to Manager Training Program](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-peer-to-manager-training-program)  
Transitioning from peer to manager is awkward. Learn how to support new managers with boundary-setting, mindset shifts, and structured mentoring programs.

.jpg)](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/conflict-resolution-strategies-frameworks-for-manager-enablement)[Conflict Resolution Strategies: Frameworks for Manager Enablement](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/conflict-resolution-strategies-frameworks-for-manager-enablement)  
Workplace conflict costs billions in lost productivity. Learn how to empower managers with practical frameworks to reduce HR escalations and protect your ROI.

[How to improve employee engagement: 13 practical tips for 2026](https://www.togetherplatform.com/blog/9-tips-to-improve-employee-engagement)  
Master how to improve employee engagement with 13 actionable tips. From mentorship programs to better feedback, learn how to build a team that is more productive and present.