The Value Of A Mentor

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Eduardo Noriega and Try McHatton on The Big Brother Of The Year

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Jun 29, 2018

A responsible mentor can help a young child gain self-confidence, self-esteem, and even learn leadership skills. No organization knows the importance of a positive role model better than Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County. Eduardo Noriega and Troy McHatton explains the importance of mentorship. Interview recorded: June 25^th, 2018.

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