It's not what you know, it's who you know: The surprising power of loose connections

Building Up Women In Property

When I first started navigating my career, I was like many others—relying heavily on the support and guidance of those closest to me. My immediate circle of friends, family, and colleagues played a crucial role in my development.

But as I ventured further into my career, I realised something unexpected: the people who know us best, while loving and supportive, often limit us with their perceptions of who we've been, rather than who we can become.

We all have those moments where we yearn to break free from our comfort zones. Whether it’s nominating ourselves for that prestigious award, vying for a major promotion, or pivoting to a completely new career path, it’s these critical junctures that require us to look beyond our immediate circle. In today's episode, I break down the differences between close and loose connections.

At the end of the day, the journey to a successful and fulfilling career is not just about what you know but also about who you know. And sometimes, it’s the looser connections that make all the difference. They bring fresh perspectives and new opportunities that your close connections, for all their love and support, might inadvertently shield you from.

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