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What does it mean?
Associating with unsuccessful people reflects poorly on your own status or character.
In plain terms
If you keep company with losers, you become one too.
What can you take from it?
Choose your social circle carefully to protect your reputation.

Where it applies

  • networking
  • friendship choices
  • public perception

Putting it to work

  • vet professional contacts
  • choose mentors wisely
  • audit social circles

Questions to consider

  • Does association define identity?
  • How much does company matter?

Another view

This overlooks the value of helping others or diverse relationships.

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