Who you hang around with matters - alot...
Five reasons why who you hang around with matters...

As a business owner, it's important to surround yourself with like-minded entrepreneurs - it can be the difference that makes the differnce in your business. Learning and growing together.
This week we did just that at our monthly meeting of business owners from around Herts. And it highlighted five reasons why choosing who you are around will have a big impact on your thinking and, ultimately, the action you take to move your business forward.
- Community - Being around other entrepreneurs who share your values and goals provides a real sense of community and support. Starting and running a business can be a lonely and challenging place, but having a group of people who understand what you're going through and can offer guidance and encouragement makes all the difference.
- Inspiration - Being around other entrepreneurs can also help you stay motivated and inspired. When you're constantly surrounded by people who are working hard to achieve their goals and make their businesses successful, it can be contagious. Success breeds success so seeing other progress and succeed can help you stay focused on your own goals and remind you of why you started your business in the first place.
- Learning - you never stop learning as a business owner so make sure you are learning from the best! Entrepreneurship is a constantly evolving field, and having a diverse group of people to learn from can be invaluable. Whether it's learning about new trends in your industry, getting advice on a specific business challenge, or simply getting a fresh perspective on an issue, being around other entrepreneurs can help you grow and improve as a business owner.
- Collaboration & Partnerships - people do business with those that the Know, Like and Trust so surrounding yourself with like-minded entrepreneurs who you get to know well allows for the possibility of new collaborations and partnerships. Having a network of entrepreneurs who share your values and goals can open the door to new opportunities for growth and expansion. Whether it's a joint venture, a referral partnership, or simply a mutually beneficial relationship, having a network of like-minded entrepreneurs can help you build a stronger, more successful business.
- Accountability - finally, another important reason why hanging around like-minded entrepreneurs is beneficial is that it can help you stay accountable. Being around other entrepreneurs who are also working hard to achieve their goals can make you more accountable for your own progress. When you know that others are counting on you and are watching your progress, it can be a powerful motivator to stay focused and work hard to achieve your goals.
In conclusion, who you hang around with matters - alot - so it's important for entrepreneurs to be around like-minded individuals. From providing a sense of community and support, to staying motivated and inspired, to learning from one another and building mutually beneficial relationships, being around other entrepreneurs can be incredibly beneficial for the growth and success of your business.
The Entrepreneurs Circle Business Growth & Networking Group in St Albans meets every month to support local business owners. We're part of The Entrepreneurs Circle - the UK's largest Membership Organisation for Entrepreneurs who want to get
and keep more customers.
If you'd like to find out more about how this local group can help support you as a business owner or if you'd like to join us at one of our meetings just contact us and we'll be happy to help