Look around, Podsters - and look closely.  Your environment (the people you hang with, the places you go, the information you take in, all of it) shapes your thoughts and beliefs.  Your beliefs shape your behavior.  And we all know – your behavior shapes your outcomes.  So, I ask… Who are you surrounding yourself with? You know the saying, "your net worth is the average of the five people you spend the most time with"? Well, I'd take it a step further and say your value (which is your currency), is shaped by those same people.  How you see and value yourself affects how others do, and if you're not hanging out with people who inspire you, challenge you, and are on the path you want to be on, professionally or personally, it's time to rethink your circle. Podsters, it's true. You become what you surround yourself with. The people in your life, their energy, their mindset, ALL OF THIS has a massive impact on what you think, your beliefs and how you show up. And eventually, you’ll start to reflect the ideas, thoughts, goals and opinions of those around you as well - so make sure these are people you admire, people whose qualities and successes you want to emulate. Today, podsters I invite you to take a good hard look around; your friends, your colleagues, your family, your professional networks, how you spend your precious time and who you spend it with…. are these the people who will support you, believe in you and help you get where you want to go? As we get ready for fall, and the “back to school” frenzy, it’s the perfect time to assess who you're spending time with on the playground of life. Let’s unpack this in a real, practical way. No cheesy quotes or overused memes, just an honest look at how the company you keep can significantly impact your journey. As summer winds down, let’s use these quiet moments to re-evaluate and ensure that we're surrounding ourselves with people who are lifting us up, pushing us forward, and helping us to achieve our goals. If really want to level up, it's time to pay attention to who’s in your circle. LINKS: Connect with⁠⁠⁠ Nancy on Instagram @‌nancy_medoff⁠ Join my⁠ Confidence Community HERE Are you ready make the bold move, step into who you know you are meant to be and finally DO THE THING? You know it’s time. You also know there’s a whole new life waiting for you on the other side of your fear and this powerful, two-day retreat is where transformational coaching meets tactical execution so you can actually DO THE THING. 📣 5 like-minded, powerhouse women committed to stepping out of our day-to-day for 2.5 days in November to DO THE THING. Private one-on-one coaching, group brainstorming, and your own customized, tactical plan as together we hold each other accountable and finally DO THE THING. Learn more about the RETREAT ⁠HERE⁠, or get in touch to ask me anything! Grab my book UNMUTE YOURSELF HERE: Unmute Yourself - Speak Up to Stand Out - By Nancy Medoff Do you need to update your LinkedIn Profile? Grab a pen and paper and go listen to Leveraging LinkedIn. Listen Here