We have heard about few ordinary people who came together with a common goal and from their small idea, gave birth to successful organizations and institutions some of which many of us are beneficiaries. Many successful people confess that they are who they are today because the discussion they had with friends either in a club, break-room or a party gave birth to an idea that turned their life. We can also be successful like them if we are willing to do what they did to be (successful)where they are. We all have ideas and dreams but lack courage and confidence to take it to the next level because we have no one to give us a boost.

Back in Africa when your car fail to start, we call friends to give you a "push". After the car rolls a few yards, you set your foot on the accelerator, release it to start the car and you are free to the enjoy the ride.

In other times if you are lucky to have a good friend you only need to open the hood for him to figure out that you only needed to fix a small wiring problem to get your car on the road.

Many of us have had cars(projects) in our yards for years. You have done all the homework and the most difficult part but you can't take off because you are lacking one small thing. You only need the courage to knock at your neighbor's door and ask for help, it could be a screwdriver or a tape. Something he will have no problem assisting you with. In fact, he will be happy that he was of great help to get you back on the road.

You may not know how many good friends out there who are willing and ready to share ideas and information you need to kick-start your dream, to start your career or start a business you have always wanted. You may not know the opportunities you are missing just because you want to do it all by yourself. Challenging you and others to join existing Social Network Clubs within your neighborhood or start one. 

Oh! one small thing... 
You will only get what you need if you are also willing to share what you have. When you invest in other people's dream, other people will also invest in your dream

By Geoffrey, for connection33