One of the most valuable things a leader can do to improve their significance is to take inventory of themselves. It’s often also one of the most uncomfortable things to do.
One crucial factor in taking that inventory is assessing our circle of influence. Dad used to say, “Kiddo, you will become like the five people you spend the most time around. Boy, you wanna choose them wisely.” That’s why taking inventory of our circle of influence is so important. Are we surrounding ourselves with genuine people who always tell the truth? Even if it’s a truth we don’t want to hear?
Are we surrounding ourselves with people of integrity who are always faithful to their word? Who do what they say they’re going to do when they say they’re going to do it and to the level of excellence that can be counted upon? Do they take responsibility for their failures?
Are we surrounding ourselves with people who lift others up rather than tearing or holding others down?
Because you will become like the five people you spend the most time around, it is crucial to carefully curate our circle of influence.
Read Lauren’s Whitepaper on The Nine Essentials of Significant Leadership.
