Mentor Magic: Shaping Women Entrepreneur Success National Mentoring Month
Established in 2002 and recognized yearly by the US president and administration, National Mentoring Month is a time to celebrate throughout January, This campaign aims to unify and expand the mentoring movement, celebrate the power of relationships, and raise awareness around the importance of mentoring in the United States.
Important recognition dates to celebrate, engage, and increase mentoring awareness momentum.
- January 9 - I am a Mentor Day
- January 17 – International Mentoring Day
- January 25 – Thank Your Mentor Day (#ThankYourMentor)
National Mentoring Month's key goals are:
- Raise awareness of the importance of mentoring
- Inspire more people to become mentors
- Advance the growth of mentoring opportunities
Greetings, Champions of Growth!
Whether you find yourself in the role of a mentor, mentee, business owner, or fervent advocate for mentoring, the time has come to embrace and contribute to the vibrant international, national, and local mentoring conversation. As January unfolds, let's immerse ourselves in the plethora of events, celebrations, and learning opportunities that abound in our communities. This is not just a call to action; it's an invitation to be an integral part of the mentoring movement.
For those aspiring to make a difference, consider hosting an event, launching a mentoring program, or participating in a mentoring community. Be the catalyst for change – become a mentor or find a mentor for yourself. Share your unique mentoring journey to inspire others, celebrate "Thank Your Mentor Day" across social media platforms, and express personal gratitude to those who have paved the way for you.
Now, for our dynamic women entrepreneurs, mentoring has never been more pivotal. In fact, discovering the right mentor or program at the right time can be nothing short of life-changing for a woman business owner, often defining the thin line between failure and success.
Let's delve into some empowering statistics:
- Women entrepreneurs with mentors are 5 times more likely to start a business.
- An impressive 87% of these mentored women still thrive after one year.
- A staggering 89% of mentees become mentors themselves, ensuring a perpetuating cycle of support.
- 80% of female business owners with a female mentor credit their mentor as a valuable asset.
- They are 70% more likely to sustain their business after two years.
- A remarkable 33% demonstrate tangible business growth.
- Finally, a noteworthy 10% actually launched businesses, a significant leap compared to the mere 2% without mentorship.
For the women dreaming of launching a business, the struggling entrepreneurs seeking guidance, and the established business owners looking to pay it forward, C2Your Health Women’s Initiative Inc. is here for you. We aim to connect you to a nurturing community of women entrepreneurs, business mentors, mentoring programs, and local business resources. Let's keep the spirit of mentoring alive not just in January but throughout the entire year, fostering a continuous cycle of growth and empowerment. Together, we rise!
To learn more go to Chronus News National Mentoring Month Kit
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C2 Your Health Women's Initiative Inc.is designated by the IRS a nonprofit organization 501(c)3) for the betterment of women entrepreneurs in our communities.
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