Why you need to make new connections

Hello You,?

It’s another series of my Relearn Digest and I have a particular nugget for you, read through till the end.?

It’s about the uncommon thing we pay less attention to when we are aiming for success, we often forget how we get what we want, it’s a reality of wanting and doing. The best thing we want is already acquired by someone we don’t know.?

Are you feeling curious? Let me break it down.

Who is the last person you have met who supported you wholeheartedly without any prior connections? Do you have that new stranger that acts like a superhero when it comes to supporting your dream? Do you make new connections daily? Answer these three questions in your mind and continue reading this message.

A few years ago when I’m still figuring out how to achieve my dreams, I became energetic at any instance that would bring me closer to strangers. It was what motivated me to start a local community where I can easily work with small and large numbers of new people who eventually becomes my friend, I felt happy whenever I successfully gathered people to have a discussion. In return, I fulfilled my goals of meeting new connections that will eventually turn into business opportunities for me.?

Many people I connected with in the past have been a substantial element in my career growth, they supported me and gave me resources to thrive. Some strangers are like angels, they act like a superhero in your life, ready to give you all they have to attain the success you envision. Some strangers are ready to sponsor your career as long as they see that serious zeal in you. Making new connections every day has been one of the best-proven strategies to create a fortune. However, your new connections must be meaningful and intentionally plan for a greater result.?

“Good connections will yield better results and bad connections will yield bad results”

Making the best choice is your responsibility in creating new connections.?

As a seasoned community manager with years of experience, I have learned the value of networking and building relationships. Today, I want to share with you my journey and the importance of connections in landing your dream job.

"Your network is your net worth." - Porter Gale

As a community manager, I have had the privilege of connecting with industry professionals, fellow community managers, and leaders in the tech world. Through these connections, I was able to gain valuable insights, advice, and opportunities.

"The currency of real networking is not greed but generosity." - Keith Ferrazzi

One such opportunity was my current role as a Community Manager at a top tech company. I landed this dream job through a connection I had made years prior. This just goes to show the power of building relationships and the importance of being generous with your time and knowledge.

"Networking is not about just connecting people. It's about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities." - Michele Jennae

Do you feel inspired? I encourage you to invest time in networking and building relationships within our community and beyond. You never know where it may lead you.

Comment and share with your network if you love this message, please share your opinion, and let's learn your techniques for making new connections.

See you next Tuesday.

Ubuntu!

Kamaldeen Kehinde, Senior Community Manager.