Outlook Life Coaching: Get There with a Mastermind Group!

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Okay ... You're smart, you're successful ... Now what? You know there's more. There is another level, but it's elusive. You can see it and feel it, but you just can't seem to get there on your own ... Now what do you do? Try harder? Put in more time? Give up? Blame the dog? Hold on, there is good news ... there is a way. There is away that smart successful people like you can go beyond what you can conceive and achieve on your own. You can set and achieve higher goals. You can improve your business. You can enjoy life more. The key is simple - just tie into a mastermind - simply tie into the brains of other successful people and create a Mastermind Group! What is a Mastermind Group? The original concept of the "Master Mind" was initially introduced by Napoleon Hill in his timeless classic 1937 book "Think and Grow Rich". In the book, he writes: The "Master Mind" may be defined as: "Coordination of knowledge and effort, in a spirit of harmony, between two or more people, for the attainment of a definite purpose." He also states ... "No two minds ever come together without, thereby, creating a third, invisible, intangible force which may be likened to a third mind." More recently, Stephen Covey has written much about the topic as synergy. In one of the best selling books of our time, "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People", Covey defines one of the seven essential habits as: "Habit 6: Synergize" He then goes on to define it: "Synergy: simply defined, it means that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts." So let's define a Mastermind Group as a synergistic community of supportive colleagues who work together to help each other attain new heights with complete honesty and respect. How does a Mastermind Group work? Once a group is formed, they meet regularly. Your peers help you brainstorm, give you objective feedback, create accountability structures to maintain focus, provide support and act as catalysts for growth, all the time maintaining confidentiality, respect and complete honesty. Through the group synergy, you will gain tremendous insights which will improve your business and personal life.
What are some of the benefits of being part of a Mastermind Group? Wow, there are so many benefits, but here is a short list: A "tribal" experience - a sense of community - a sense of shared endeavour The experience of others - hey, it's cheaper that way The perspective of others - seeing beyond what we can see in ourselves An instant and valuable support network Real progress - in your business and personal life An accountability system to propel you higher than you could go on your own Confidence Overcome fears - especially the fear of change Focus Momentum A time to work "on" your business Who should participate in Mastermind Groups? The short answer is everyone! Well, almost everyone ... Because of the nature of a group, a commitment is required. A group should only consist of highly motivated people who are confident enough, and willing to ask for help. As well, these people must be dedicated and willing to help and support other people. All group applicants should be pre-screened and any new members should only be added to the group with the unanimous consent of the group. Compatibility is vital to the success of the group. All people should have a similar interest (such as a group of self-employed people) and/or should be at a similar "level" (such as new dentists right out of school). Also, the group should be made up of people with a strong desire, deep-seated inspiration and intense passion to reach or exceed their goals. Effective Mastermind Groups create win-win-win situations for all participants. New friendships develop. New bonds are formed. Everyone grows because of the supportive synergistic nature of the Mastermind Group.	Are You Ready to Get Started? How the OLC Mastermind Groups Work About Commitment, Time and Money Apply and Join a Group Now More Info About Coach Stephen Send Your Questions to Stephen Via Email
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