Success Starts with the Company You Keep
Transform Your Life by Transforming Your Circle
Who’s in Your Front Row Cheering You On?
Imagine your life as a performance on a grand stage. Who’s sitting in your front row?
Are they cheering you on and inspiring you to push further?
Or are they distracting you, doubting your abilities, and pulling you off track?
Your circle of influence directly impacts your energy, mindset, and success.
Studies in behavioral psychology consistently show that the behaviors and attitudes of those closest to us shape our habits—positively or negatively.
The good news? You have the power to curate your circle and invite in the right kind of energy.
Success Starts with the Company You Keep So Transform Your Network
The people around you influence:
🔹 The Way You Think: Innovative, motivated individuals expand your vision and encourage big-picture thinking.
🔹 Your habits: Spending time with focused, goal-oriented individuals increases the likelihood of adopting those traits.
🔹 The energy: Positive relationships infuse your days with optimism, creativity, and resilience.
Simply put, your environment is either accelerating your success or creating resistance.
3 Steps to Surround Yourself with Winners
1️⃣ Conduct a Relationship Audit:
Evaluate your key relationships. Ask yourself:
- Do these people support my goals and aspirations?
- Am I challenged to think differently and grow?
- How do they energize me, or do they drain my enthusiasm?
This audit isn’t about judging others—it’s about clarifying your needs and aligning with those who uplift your journey.
2️⃣ Find the Right Circles:
You don’t have to limit yourself to your current environment. Growth often requires stepping into new spaces. Look for:
- Professional groups or communities that align with your industry or aspirations. Link in with me here
- Interest-based networks like workshops, book clubs, or hobby groups that attract dynamic individuals.
- Mentorship opportunities where you can both learn and give back.
Pro tip: Social media and LinkedIn are treasure troves for connecting with inspiring people in your field.
3️⃣ Be the Person Others Want to Surround Themselves With:
Strong networks require reciprocity. To attract high-value connections, focus on:
- Offering value. Share insights, provide support, or create opportunities for others to succeed.
- Being positive. Approach situations with optimism and solutions rather than complaints.
- Showing authenticity. People are drawn to genuine and reliable individuals.
Action Challenge:
Make one intentional move today to strengthen your circle.
🌟 Option 1: Reach out to someone you admire with a thoughtful question or invite them for a coffee chat.
🌟 Option 2: Join a new group or community focused on personal or professional growth.
🌟 Option 3: Declutter toxic or unproductive relationships by setting healthy boundaries.
Success Starts with the Company You Keep A Final Thought:
Your potential is too valuable to let negativity or stagnation hold you back.
Your circle reflects your aspirations, and surrounding yourself with the right people can profoundly reshape your trajectory.
Success isn’t just about the goals you achieve; rather, it’s also about who helps you celebrate along the way.
With that in mind, when you look around you, are you happy to be the average of those you surround yourself with?
I’m now at a place where I can fortunately say I am, and I’d love to help you get there too. To book a call with me, follow the link here.
🗨️ Question for You: Who’s the most inspiring person in your circle, and how have they impacted your journey?
#LifeCoaching #Success #GrowthMindset
Lesley Strachan Coaching
“Everyone can find direction in life”
UK leader in Coaching “The Success Principles™
Award winning lecturer| author| Jack Canfield Certified Trainer| life coach| speaker| lecturer
Tel: 0044 (0)7739 172447|Email: lesley@lesleystrachan.co.uk
Lesley is the author of “The Ultimate Guide for Parents: How to help your kids become self-confident, happy and passionate.” Available on Amazon.
