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Who's in Your Circle of Influence?

Did you know that you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with? Think about that for a moment. This small but powerful truth has the potential to shape your future in incredible ways—and it all starts with becoming aware of the people in your circle of influence.

Understanding Your Circle of Influence?

Your first circle of influence is made up of your five closest people—those you spend the most time with and are most influenced by. These could be family members, close friends, colleagues, or mentors. The energy, attitudes, habits, and mindsets of these five people blend with your own, impacting your thoughts, decisions, and ultimately, your success.

But it doesn’t stop there.

Each of those five people also has their own circle of five. That’s your second circle of influence—a ripple effect that still influences you, even if indirectly. Think of it as influence by association.

So, what does this mean for you?

Why It Matters for Your Success

Whether it’s your career, health, relationships, finances, or emotional wellbeing—your circle plays a major role in shaping your results. If you’re aiming for growth in any area of your life, the fastest way to improve is to spend more time around people who are already successful in that area.

Want to become more confident? Spend time with confident people.

Want to improve your health? Connect with people who prioritize wellness.

Want to build a business? Learn from others who’ve done it.

You don’t need to drop your current circle—this isn’t about cutting ties. It’s about being intentional. By adding just one or two new people into your life who inspire you, you can begin to “raise your average” and move closer to your goals.

Explore Your Circle of Influence

To help you reflect on your current circle and make empowered choices moving forward, use the image below to identify who the five people you currenlty spend the most time with are.

Then ask yourself the following questions:

• What influence are they having on me—emotionally, mentally, physically, financially?

• Do they lift me up or bring me down?

• Who do they spend their time with?

• Who could I add to my circle to raise my average and support my next level of growth?

Final Thought: You Are the Designer of Your Life

Your circle matters. It’s not just about who’s around you—it’s about who’s influencing you, inspiring you, and helping you grow. Be intentional, be courageous, and remember: you have the power to shape your circle—and, in turn, your life.

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Written by Alisa Pettit

It’s never too late for a lane change. Insite Mind is the brainchild of one woman who after a decade spinning in the hamster wheel of the accounting world gave it up to live out her heart work. But it didn’t come without challenge and a little nudge from the universe in the form of a book Dealing with Difficult People. Upon opening it Alisa was surprised to find in black and white text “maybe it’s you”. So after several ego deaths and many personal development books along the way Alisa Pettit found her way to coaching. Now a fully fledged positive mindset coach and personal mastery guru Ali’s work helps people find their way through mindset teachings.

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