The Impact of Long-Term Mentorship (feat. Brandon Denton, Friends of the Children Houston)
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Do you know what the single most important factor in overcoming childhood adversity is? Research found that it is a long-term, nurturing relationship with a consistent and caring adult.
Today, we are talking with Brandon Denton who has an impressive resume full of experiences and passion. Brandon was the Founding Executive Director of Friends of the Children Houston, an organization that is seeking to create generational change by pairing youth facing some of life’s greatest obstacles with a professional mentor for twelve years. Prior to this role, he spent seven years as a public administrator in various roles and departments in the city of Houston.
In this episode, Brandon shares with us why relationships are the key to future success, the role building trust has over time, some stories of hope, and much more!
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