How to get the most value from your Squad

When I hear people talk about their groups of friends, their squad or tribe, it makes me smile. I enjoy hearing how they support one another through the ups and downs of life. On my journey, I have learned to value people and connections in my life. 
 
In this blog post, we will discuss how to make the best use of your squad. If you are not already doing these things you may want to start and if you don't have people that you can do this with, you can start looking to find these groups. Also, check out my previous post titled "Build your support community" to learn about the five types of support communities you need.
 
Why do you need a squad or tribe?

• As a human, you need personal connections.
• Navigating complexity with others is more fun.
• You achieve more with a  great group of people.
  

 
What can your tribe help you do?
To get the most value, you want your tribe to consist of people from different backgrounds. Its time to start having more meaningful conversations and smartly using your squad.
 
Find a safe space
Research shows that we need to have a phycological safe space to thrive. It is crucial to find a group of people that allow you to be vulnerable around them. We often feel that we always have to act strong and have it all together. We need to be able to let our guard down and open up to people who can help us.
 
Questions to consider

• Do you have a group of people who accept you for who you truly are?
• How do you get emotional support from your squad?

 
Stay motivated
Especially when your journey becomes complicated, and you are exhausted; having people who cheer you on is crucial. A squad that believes in and tells you, "you can do it" is very valuable.
 
Questions to consider

• Do you share times when you need motivation with your squad?
• Do you share your successes with your squad?

 
Learn something new
Learning from your tribe is essential. Surround yourself with people who are doing amazing things and can share new opportunities or ideas with you. One of the great ways to broaden your perspective is to partner with other people.
 
Questions to consider

• What can you learn from your squad?
• What exciting things are other people in your squad doing?

 
Get opportunities to help others
It is essential to give back and not only take from your tribe. Take the opportunities you get to help other people in your squad. Helping others is a great way to grow.
 
Questions to consider

• Are you helping others in your squad?
• What can you help someone in your squad do?

 
Partner to take over the world
Imagine all the things you can do when you partner with other great people. I am a firm believer of the saying, "there is strength in numbers." The fastest way to amplify your impact is to work with other people on the same projects.
 
Questions to consider

• Who are the people in your squad whom you can partner with?
• What can you partner with your tribe on?

 
Final Thoughts

• It is important to surround yourself with great people who can support you in your quest to being great.
• We have the amazing opportunity to go through life with great people.
• Appreciate the people you have in your life.

 
Call to Action

• Do you have people whom you connect with regularly? Find your squad.
• What are you going to start doing with your squad that you haven't been doing until now? Get the most value from your squad.

 
Great Resources

• The Power of Finding Your Tribe
• Networking - Creating Your Tribe
• Community is Everything: How to Build Your Tribe
• How to Build a Loyal, Powerful and Growing Tribe
• According to Science, Your Girl Squad Can Help You Release More Oxytocin
• What millennial women want (and the squad that helps them get it)
• How To Start Your Own Girl Squad