Workplace Multiplier by Tola Akinsulire

June 20, 2025

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One Connection That Could Change Everything

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Picture this: You're grabbing coffee and overhearing three separate conversations. Table one: Europeans talking about how easy it's become to land jobs in different countries. Table two: African executives celebrating new international partnerships that are upskilling their teams. Table three: North Americans discussing how 45% of companies are now dropping degree requirements and hiring based on skills instead. Suddenly, you realize these aren't random conversations. They're all pieces of the same puzzle."

Translation: the most successful professionals aren't just good at their jobs—they're connected beyond their immediate circles.

Your Network Reality Check:

• When did you last have a meaningful professional conversation with someone outside your company?
• Do you know what's happening in your industry beyond your current role?
• Could you pick up the phone and get advice from three people you respect professionally?

If you hesitated on any of these, today is your day to expand.

Your Thursday Network Action:

Choose one:

Option A - The Reach Out: Message one person whose career path interests you. Don't ask for anything except 15 minutes to understand their perspective on industry trends.

Option B - The Platform Play: Join one professional conversation online. LinkedIn discussion, industry forum, professional Slack group. Share one genuine insight or ask one thoughtful question.

Option C - The Internal Connect: Have coffee (virtual or real) with someone in your organization who works in a different department. Learn what challenges they're solving.

Why This Matters: Networks aren't about collecting contacts. They're about understanding how your industry really works, where opportunities hide, and how solutions emerge.

Your next career move won't come from job boards. It will come from relationships.

Your Thursday Challenge: Pick your option and execute it before day's end. One conversation. One connection. One step toward a stronger professional network.

Tomorrow, we'll wrap up the week with the most important element of all.

You're building momentum,

Keep winning at work and in life.

Tola Akinsulire

Your Strategic Workplace Mentor

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