Your Circle Framework
"Does this person help me become the person I want to become? Do they get me closer or further?" — Alex Hormozi
The Core Idea
Alex Hormozi uses one brutally simple question to evaluate every person in his life:
Does this person get me CLOSER or FURTHER from who I want to become?
- If they get you closer → keep them closer
- If they get you further → keep them further
It's not about cutting people off dramatically. It's about natural proximity. The right people drift in. The wrong ones drift out. No drama needed.
The Two Sides of Your Circle
| ✅ KEEP THEM CLOSE | ❌ KEEP THEM FAR |
|---|---|
| Push you forward | Hold you back |
| Challenge you | Drain you |
| Elevate your standards | Distract you |
| Aligned with your goals | Misaligned with your vision |
Why This Framework Works
- It's not binary — Hormozi himself says it doesn't have to be all-or-nothing. Proximity is a spectrum.
- It happens naturally — When you focus on growth, the right people gravitate toward you and the wrong ones fade.
- It's values-driven — The filter isn't about wealth, status, or popularity. It's about who you're becoming.
The One Question to Ask
"Does spending time with this person move me toward or away from the version of myself I'm trying to build?"
Simple. Ruthless. Effective.
Source: Alex Hormozi — YouTube Shorts