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By Robert A. Arzt, CLU, ChFC, LLIF
President - Polaris One and
Founder of Champions' Success Groups©
Have you ever wondered how a good business professional becomes a great leader in his or her industry? The one common business practice that they have in common is that they were members of a Mastermind Group. They had the support, inspiration and intelligent advice of a group of peers that they could depend upon no matter what was going on in their professional or personal life.
What are Mastermind Groups?
Mastermind groups brainstorm, share ideas, concerns and challenges. These groups provide a safe environment where you can interact with a group of like minded individuals who bring their unique talents, experiences and real solutions to problems to the group.
What is in it for You?
Unconditional support, honest feedback, great ideas, encouragement and results! Mastermind groups are a great source of encouragement during hard times. Other members understand your struggles better than anyone. They are a great resource during good times as you plan your strategy to grow your business. Mastermind groups will help you to accelerate your success in whatever area you choose (see What Results You Can Expect below).
You are in Good Company
Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone and John D. Rockefeller were all members of a mastermind group. Their success was based in large part by harnessing the energy of a trusted group of advisors.
Napoleon Hill defines the “Mastermind” in his book, Think and Grow Rich, as the “Coordination of knowledge and effort, in the spirit of harmony, between two or more people, for the attainment of a definite purpose.”
Who Participates?
These groups can be comprised of individuals, sales managers, general managers or sales professionals from the same company or non competing companies that come together either in person or by telephone. Geographic and corporate diversity is an advantage as members offer different insightful perspectives from their own corporate culture and local business environment.
What Results Can You Expect?
The benefits of a Mastermind Group are amazing. People like you who have participated in these groups claim:
- Their business challenges are solved through brainstorming and hearing what others in similar circumstances have done
- They increased their knowledge base by using their own personal Board of Directors.
- The groups provide them with accountability. They are more likely to achieve goals and to stay on task because of the consistently scheduled meetings.
- They are inspired through the ideas of others
- Increase of confidence by being championed by a group of peers.
- Tremendous increase in business effectiveness and results.
Take Action Now
So form your own Mastermind Group. Gather together a Board of Directors and meet regularly to share ideas and energize your business. You will be glad that you did.
For more information about these groups and find out how you can join a professionally facilitated Mastermind Group contact Bob@PolarisOne.com or visit Champion Success Groups.
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