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We’ve all heard the phrase ‘you are who you hang with’ and there is more truth in that than you may think! At the start of every year, most people set grand goals for themselves. However, according to our experts, only 8% will be successful in making those goals a reality.
This doesn’t mean that we aren’t ambitious about our goals. We just may not be surrounding ourselves with the right people who will encourage us to reach those goals. The key here is having people in your life with certain traits and aspirations, This will pretty much guarantee your launch into the success you’ve always wanted.
Here are the five types of people who will propel us forward on the road to success.
1. The mentor - These are individuals who have had experience in achieving their own goals, and can offer some helpful advice that will steer us in the right direction. They can expand our networks and open the door for new opportunities and connections that will only help grow.
2. The mark - A mark is a person you want to hear a ‘yes’ from to move forward. We desperately need their approval in order to make our desired goals a reality. Spending time with your mark is as good as investing in yourself to succeed.
3. The sidekick - Your sidekick is someone who has as much faith in your ambitions as you do, and is willing to share your responsibilities
4. The connector - The connector can introduce us to the people we need to kickstart our goals, such as a trusted superior who knows someone very powerful in our desired industry.
5. The mentee - Having a mentee is just as important as having a mentor, and you should always strive to have them. Even if you are well into your success journey, guiding someone will develop your leadership skills and help them improve on their skills.