Growing up, we've all been told that family and friends are the most important. They are the rock we will always need, the people who will always be there. And it's true one hundred percent. No disputing that. But then as we get older, we are quick to realise that we need other people. Those who aren't family or friends. They could be just co-workers or business partners but their presence in our lives is just as important. We need them every step of the way. How do we get there? How do we handle it?
Sell yourself.
One thing you're going to learn as you get older is the importance of making new connections. A major part of your success in life will likely come from "strangers", people you didn't grow up with, and you can only meet these people if you actually make the effort. Like they say, your product speaks for you. How you relate with people, how you deliver. You also need to communicate with them. The how is very important here. You may not notice but people are actually watching.
Step out of your shell.
Your best supporters won’t always be your family. Your riches and wealth lies in how many connections you can make as you grow. Some doors won’t open for you no matter how rich you are. But if you invest in building valuable and symbiotic relationships, your life will be easier. I've always been this person who loves my shell a whole lot. I wouldn't trade it for anything. But recently, I've realised that the little effort I've made in connecting with others is actually paying off. People come to me to handle projects and trust that I'd deliver. How much more when I decide to go all out.
Sometimes, it might be the fear of failure, fear of the unknown. The shell is so familiar that you don't trust the outside world, but you never know until you actually try.
Go out there today and give your best.
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