Your network needs a ranking system.
Here's why it's crucial to organize your network based on influence: the individuals at level 5 have the power to literally move economies.
These are the heavy hitters - the CEOs at the helm of major corporations, celebrities whose names are known worldwide, and influencers with the reach to shape trends and opinions.
By categorizing your contacts in this way, you ensure that you're not just randomly connecting people.
Instead, you're making strategic introductions that can lead to significant outcomes.
The level 5s, with their unparalleled influence, are at the top because their decisions and actions can have ripple effects across global markets and societies.
This ranking system isn't about exclusivity; it's about understanding the impact of your network and using it wisely.
It's about recognizing that some connections can open doors or create opportunities that others simply can't.
And when you introduce someone to a level 5 contact, you're not just making an introduction; you're potentially setting the stage for something transformative.
So, organizing your network by influence is about more than just keeping track of who you know.
It's about strategically leveraging your connections to make meaningful, impactful introductions.
I really care about my reputation and keeping my relationships solid. This way, when I do make an introduction, it's a big deal and everyone's excited about it.
I've got different levels for who gets introduced to whom:
✅ Level 1 is for those who are all about meeting anyone and everyone.
✅ Level 2 is for the connectors - the ones who love to bring people together.
✅ Level 3 is for my more selective contacts. They're open to meeting new people, but there needs to be a good reason.
✅ Level 4 is for those looking for very specific connections. They usually have a shortlist of who they want to meet.
✅ Level 5 is for my elite contacts - the celebrities, powerhouse CEOs, and big influencers.
I believe it's super important to manage your network carefully, or you'll end up messing up good relationships.
And if an introduction doesn't go well, it's important to talk about it. It's on all three of us involved in the introduction to make sure we're communicating well.
If you don't look after your network, it won't really be yours for long.
