Your network is your net worth. Your network of extended family and friends can provide valuable support, guidance, and resources that contribute to your overall well-being, including your financial stability and prosperity. Let’s get the obvious out of the way: money is not everything. Money is simply a tool for measuring outcomes. Yet, if you would struggle to gather ₦1,000,000, think of it as roughly $10,000, from your close circle, it’s a sign of poverty. You do not belong to a valuable network. While money isn’t the sole indicator of happiness or fulfillment, financial stability is important for meeting basic needs and pursuing opportunities.
Your network of relationships should empower you to identify and pursue opportunities more effectively than you could on your own. Proverbs 13:20 says, “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” If your close circle does not allow you to pursue opportunities at the level you desire, it may indicate that there is some level of foolishness within it. You may not need to formally fire your friends. Just begin working on yourself. As you work towards personal development and growth. Your relationships will change. It has to change.
Proverbs 27:17 reminds us that “as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” As you invest in personal development and growth, your relationships naturally evolve. You may find yourself gravitating towards individuals who share your values, aspirations, and vision for the future. As you cultivate meaningful connections and align yourself with like-minded individuals, your network becomes a source of strength, empowerment, and collective growth. Remember, your network is not just about who you know, but about who knows you and is willing to support your journey towards better productivity and fulfillment.
