You know it is important to have a broad network to succeed in business. A broad network also helps when you want to create some buzz if many of those people are advocates of yours.

The problem for many people that enjoy networking is that they are attracted to networking with people that are like them.  That is fine to a certain extent, but consider the diversity of people you are missing out on.

For example, can you learn how to be more successful than you currently are by spending time with people that are exactly as successful as you are?  No.  You need to learn from people that are doing it better than you are.

So how deep is you network? How many people do you know and are very different from you? A diverse network is going to be more interesting and more powerful, because it gives you access to more varied groups. You may not know all of these things about everyone, but if they are a strong connection of yours, you will have a good idea of many.

• Economic Situation
• Age
• Race
• Religion
• Occupation
• Nationality
• Interests and Skills
• Location of Residence
• Sexuality
• Marital Status (With or without kids)

Do an audit of your Top 50 in the network and see how diverse your network is.  Begin stepping out of your comfort zone and really form stronger relationships with people that are not just like you.  Whole worlds will open up to you when you do.