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Circle of Influence Part One – by Arnie Wohlgemut
Who influences you? That’s a good question. I have often heard that who we choose as friends reflects who we are.
The people that you surround yourself with on a daily basis can have a phenomenal impact on your life. They can rub off on you, pulling you up to a higher level. Having this mindset may even lead to greater personal growth.
But the reverse can also be true — they can drag you down as well — so you have to be careful.
As the saying goes: misery loves company… but so does success!
Here are a few ideas on choosing the people that you surround yourself with on a regular basis:
1. Surround yourself with people who don’t think like you, don’t look like you and grew up in a different “neighbourhood” BUT have the same values as you. I know my life has been greatly enriched by friends and co-workers who all come from different backgrounds and life experiences.
2. Surround yourself with people who have a positive attitude. By surrounding yourself with positive people that are successful in areas you want to grow in and be successful in, you open yourself up to a vast world of growth experiences.
“Look, nothing good ever gets accomplished by a pessimist. You’ve got to be an energy-giver in this life — at work, and everywhere.” ~ Jack Welch
3. Surround yourself with people who are genuinely supportive. They are people who are willing to listen first, then talk things through with you without judgement. The real value is realized when you listened to their reflective thoughts and advice.
My point here is to show you the impact that your circle of influence can have on your life and on those whose lives you influence in return.
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