It's National Mentoring Month. Thanks to everyone who mentors, you are making a real difference in individuals lives! Here are ways you can you make a difference this month or take action to become a mentor:

• Learn how to become a mentor in your community.
• Read more about the positive impact of mentoring and find the latest research and find resources on mentoring.
• Partner with a mentoring organization.
• Join "I Am a Mentor" Day on January 10 (TODAY!).
• Think about the mentors in your life and post a tribute to them online on Jan. 17 for Thank Your Mentor Day.

Join the conversation on twitter using the #NationalMentoringMonth hashtag.