Feel frustrated with getting your business off the ground? You write down your goals. You develop a time frame to get things done, to solve problems and make decisions. You know the steps you should take.
But still … you’re stuck.
Nothing is happening.
You’re no further along with starting your business than you were months ago. And the weeks keep passing by.
Want to get the wheels rolling?
Read on
Going It Alone Blocks Progress
Being free is wonderful. No deadlines. No schedules. No boss making demands.
But, you’re lonely. You feel isolated, and unsure.
You worry that your ideas have no merit. And you realize you don’t know what to do next.
Successful People Do Not Work in Seclusion
They meet regularly (in person or virtually) with like-minded people who inspire, support and advise them–people with different strengths and knowledge.
A group of peers that acts like a Board of Directors. That helps you find direction.
The idea of a Mastermind group dates back to Socrates and continues to gain popularity.
Here are three famous examples:
- In 1727, Ben Franklin formed a Mastermind group with twelve tradesmen, called The Junto. Some of his civic ideas, such as the library and public hospitals were a result of his involvement in this group.
- The Inkling was a Mastermind group from the 1930-1950’s. It included writers and poets. C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien attribute the final versions of their famous works to the discussions and input from the group.
- In the 1950’s Warren Buffet started The Graham Group with business leaders in all industries, including Bill Gates.
Today, successful bloggers, freelancers, laptop entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, small business owners, and corporate executives take part in mastermind groups.
How can this powerful tool help you?
How to Find Power and Motivation in the Group
A group of diverse and committed people produce wisdom, creativity and inspiration greater than any member can alone.
And as part of that alliance, you become smarter and empowered by the synergy created.
Andrew Carnegie explains the power of a mastermind in an interview with Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich.
“We have here in this business a mastermind. It is not my mind, and it is not the mind of any other man on my staff, but the sum total of all these minds that I have gathered around me that constitute a mastermind in the steel business.
I have been many years gathering these men around me and building this mind. Each man contributes an important part to the building of this mind…”
Carnegie, the steel-tycoon knew nothing about the steel industry. He built his empire by tapping into the knowledge of others. Isn’t that encouraging?
Numerous Benefits Await You
Want to know the 5 major benefits of joining a Mastermind group?
- Brainstorming-Creative ideas and advice are often the results of many minds within the group working together. Thinking outside the box and bouncing ideas around can produce a winning idea.
- Solve Problems-By asking questions and challenging ideas, peers help you focus your thinking. You gain clarity about your problems and possible solutions.
- Critical Insights-With diverse talents, expertise and knowledge, group members bring fresh perspectives and experiences to a problem. Examining long-held beliefs or a different point of view can open new possibilities.
- Accountability-When other members expect you to accomplish the tasks and goals you set for yourself, you stay focused and determined. Who wants to admit they did nothing since the last meeting?
- Support-You can’t become a great success all alone. Every successful person has a team to support and encourage them. And with a Mastermind, you are no longer alone and searching for direction. You know you have somewhere to turn where you feel connected and can get honest feedback.
Stop Working Solo
Empower yourself to greatness—follow the road successful people follow.
Find like-minded people to advise, support and help you. Achieve more and achieve it faster.
Because, like Andrew Carnegie, you don’t need all the answers, you just need to know where to find them.
Want to join a Mastermind group? Learn more about The Business Start-up Mastermind Group, and discover how to overcome obstacles and accomplish your goals.
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