2025 didn’t teach me more skills.
It taught me the value of people.
I spent most of this year building in AI.
Learning fast.
Testing ideas.
Hitting walls.
What surprised me most wasn’t the tech.
It was how often progress came from conversations.
A single call.
A short DM.
One honest exchange.
One 15-minute conversation recently reshaped how I think about LinkedIn, consistency, and focus.
Not because it was long.
Because it was clear.
The biggest lesson I’m taking forward:
Your network compounds faster than your skills.
People open doors.
People share clarity.
People shorten timelines.
In 2026, I’m doubling down on that.
Showing up daily. Building real connections.
Sharing what I learn as I go.
If there’s one thing I’d tell my earlier self:
Build relationships before you need them.
What’s the best networking advice you’ve ever received?
PS: The most valuable help usually comes without a price tag. That’s the standard I want to keep here.