To have the greatest impact,
you need a seat at the table

Once you become essential, there will always be a seat waiting for you

Being essential comes down to two things. You must be exceptionally good at something useful. And the right people must know about it.

Develop unique skills
Use those skills to help others
Build influence

They will invite you to the table if they know that your skills and experience can help them achieve their goals.

Having a strong personal brand makes that happen