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Networking In Mastermind Groups
One of my favorite things to do is to mastermind with other successful people. There's nothing better when you join forces with other individuals that are truly focused on improving and achieving their goals.
By: Darlene Willman
If you have never participated in a mastermind group, let me highly encourage you to seek one out and get involved with one. They are extremely powerful and produces incredible results. You'll never be able to think at this higher consciousness alone, it takes the minds of others to tap into this resource.
This learning environment really supports creative thinking. I believe you harmonize together and open up channels that never existed prior to being involved.
The rest of the group will share ideas, resources, support and encouragement to help you see different solutions. You tend to move through problems or sticky situations at rapid pace and accelerate your personal and professional growth.
Napoleon Hill used to mastermind with an invisible group of masters. He pretended they were all in the same room and asked them all to offer advice. For example, he might picture W. Clement Stone sitting next to him and ask what he might do in a certain situation.
When you network with everyone in your group, you'll be amazed at how many people they know and how resourceful they are. You not only get to know them on an intimate level but can strategically help them achieve their goals faster.
If you're ready to take your business to the next level, take time to hand select who you would like to network with in a mastermind group.
Initially, you should try and meet in person at least twice a month but if you want to achieve more, meet at least once a week. Let everyone know that the information shared within the group, stays within the group. The group size should be anywhere from 4-6 people and only allow others in as a group decision.
You'll develop such a strong sense of connection with the other members and may continue the group for years to come.
If you are restricted by time or location, consider having a virtual mastermind group with other people throughout the nation. Meet consistently by phone and share your network with each other.
Always stay open to whatever suggestion is made during the mastermind session. Don't criticize or judge anything that is shared, just take it all in.
Darlene Willman, aka The Sassy Networker, is a keynote speaker author and coach, specializing in small business networking and referrals. She provides resources, connections and support to entrepreneurs, small business owners and other professionals that have a strong desire to promote their companies through relationship marketing. She will show you how to build an incredible network of people who refer business to each other plus so much more. You can start receiving her eZine, The Networking Focus by visiting www.SassyNetworker.com
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