Building Strong Relationships & Networks

 

Do you create and maintain valuable relationships that support your influence?

Influence isn’t just about what you know—it’s also about who you know and how well you connect with others. Strong relationships and strategic networks provide opportunities, credibility, and support in achieving your goals.

How to Score Yourself

Consider the indicators below. Estimate your score from 0 to 10 based on how consistently you demonstrate these traits.

Positive Indicators (Why You’d Score High)

Someone who scores high in this section is likely to:

✔ Quickly build rapport and find common ground with others.
✔ Develop strategic networks that enhance their influence.
✔ Build strong alliances and collaborations across different groups.
✔ Create high-trust relationships by demonstrating reliability and authenticity.

Negative Indicators (Why Your Score Might Be Lower)

Someone who scores lower may:

✘ Struggle to build or maintain relationships.
✘ View networking as purely transactional rather than meaningful.
✘ Lack a strong support system or influential connections.
✘ Fail to earn trust or demonstrate consistency in relationships.

 

👉 Remember to keep track of your score before moving on.