Assign Mentors: Building Strong Engineering Teams
In our blog post about Scaling Tech Teams we touched on the important of assigning mentors. Today’s entry dives into the importance of mentors and provide additional detail on how to setup a successful mentorship program.
Assign Mentors
When scaling an engineering team, assigning mentors is one of the most effective ways to onboard new hires, transfer institutional knowledge, and create a sense of belonging. Without structured mentorship, new employees often struggle to acclimate, leading to inefficiencies and potential attrition. A well-executed mentoring program ensures that both technical and cultural knowledge are passed down effectively.