How Island Mentality damages your professional networking success?

By Mariam Mehboob

Ashraf Chaudhry describes the mind-set of “Island Mentality” similar to an Island Ape who believes himself to be a super human. He considers that he can do everything and there is no need to seek anyone’s help.

Do you want to become a highly effective and successful person and you have the attitude of an “Island Ape”? If yes, then leave it immediately! It’s a major stumbling block in the way of a successful networker.

Networking is about meeting new people, making new friends and get-togethers; so how does island mentality become a ‘stumbling block’ for your career’s success? It’s very much clear.

Your attitude influences how you experience your day! Your interaction with people during the day makes your experience! Each interaction is affected by your attitude. Your attitude also guides you through your goals. If you are rude to people and do not welcome their help in your matters, you will be left alone. Remember, highly successful people are interdependent, not independent!

How to check if you have Island Mentality? Keep a check on yourself. Do you utter these statements?

  • I’ll do the task myself and don’t need any body to help me
  • I know what to do
  • Why should I bother someone for my personal matters?
  • I might annoy people if I approach them often

If yes, then you own the “Island Mentality”. But there’s nothing to worry about, these statements are just your own thoughts, not someone’s opinion. Unfortunately, such irrational thoughts limit you from utilizing all your potentials! And that’s just not healthy. Amidst the darkness there is always light. You must use positive thoughts, because thoughts will one day become reality. You’ll reap what you’ll sow!  Treat present moments as a “present/gift”, and sow positive thoughts only so one day you’ll reap the best rewards!

Ms. Mariam Mehboob, a graduate in Economics, is a wonderful colleague of Ashraf Chaudhry. She loves to help people achieve more in career. She is based in Islamabad.

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NETWORKING: THE DARK SECRET OF CAREER SUCCESS

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