Community: The friends you need in your circle

It is said that you are defined by the type of people that you surround yourself with and none play a more important role than our friends.

This is a list of the type of friends to have in your network.

The fun friend

This is the friend who enjoys going out and having a good time. Do not expect to be sitting at home watching a movie with them. On holiday they would usually be exploring and trying out the next activity on the tour. I find myself an introvert and enjoy relaxing at home and whilst I don't want to be out every weekend, I do appreciate my more outgoing friends for taking me out my comfort zone and helping my break the mould every now and then.

The over-achiever

Not all our friends needs to be in your age group, sometimes having friends a few years older can be good in terms of learning from their life experiences. This is usually a friend who is already advanced in their career, they have done the hard yards and know most of what works to get ahead. They may have walked a similar path as you and can help guide you in your personal life and career.

The ride-or-die

This friend is someone who you can rely on and who is able not just able to but willing to help you. It can be the first person you call when in a pickle because they are quite resourceful, think Olivia Pope. At 3am in the morning.