It is the friends that you call at 4 a.m. that matter.
Marlene Dietrich (1901 - 1992)
actress/singer
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Like many people, I found out the hard way.
When I left the corporate world, I quickly realized just how narrow my world had become.
My connections were only from a particular industry, limited to a geographic region, confined to the context of my previous role ... much too restricted to encourage and support the bigger plans I had in mind.
So I started building my network ... and discovered what I had been missing for so long. Things like:
resources ... easy access to a variety of experts for advice, solutions, services
- big thinking ... support, understanding and encouragement from people who care
- belonging ... "sanity-checks" and validation from peers
- trust ... a place to be vulnerable, share confidences, hear the truth
- perspective ... tapping into the diverse knowledge and experience of others
- generosity ... opportunities to share, help, give back, and mentor
- friendship ... the richness of close, caring relationships
And in this fast-moving, inter-connected world, a strong network can mean the difference between success and mediocrity. Self-sufficiency is not an option.
One more thing about having a strong network -- it's fun! Meet some of the wonderful people in my Community of Choice.
Who Can You Call?
If you're not sure whom you would call at 4 a.m. ... or for support, ideas and resources to move forward on your current big project, it's time to create your own powerful personal and professional network.
Take action to design and expand your personal and professional network:
Don't waste another minute! Determine what is really important to you, gather resources and support, and get into action. It's YOUR life!
