India, Jan. 23 -- When the calendar hits January 1, some people start going to the gym or eating healthier diets. Some focus on making changes in their careers. If you are looking for a New Year resolution that will help you improve your career prospects, you may want to consider mentorship -- either finding a mentor for yourself or becoming a mentor for someone else.

Mentors can illuminate the path for you to take in your job search, give you advice when you are facing a difficult choice, or help connect you to someone who can help. Or, if you are further along in your career, being a mentor can provide a way to give back to some of the less experienced people in your organization or community.

InformationWeek has pulled together advic...