Determining Your Goals to Join a Mastermind Group

Think about what you want to get out of your monthly mastermind commitment. Write down where you are now and where you want to be in a year. Take this to potential groups, asking questions about each member’s journey and how the group can support you in achieving these goals. Be honest about the support you’re looking for, whether it’s knowledge, feedback, an accountability partner or a support system. The more open you are, the more likely you will find a group to help you achieve your goals.

What to Look for in a Mastermind Group

• Professionals with the knowledge and experience you seek
  The challenges of young entrepreneurs vary drastically from those of seasoned professionals; as do the troubles faced by small & local versus large & national businesses. Unless you’re specifically seeking a mentorship, choosing a group with various levels of experience is best.
• A dynamic blend of talent
  Avoid groups with direct competitors, where sharing new ideas or problems could expose vulnerabilities, stifling your growth. Choose a group whose members offer different expertise than you bring to the table. Remember, challenges like managing finances, marketing, growth, succession, planning, inexperience, fears, and personal baggage spans across all industries.
• A deeper connection
  Look for people you can relate to on a personal and professional level. Trusting the group with intimate details of your personal and professional life and providing a safe space for others to do the same is key to developing deep, lasting relationships. Join a group you can commit to—every meeting, no excuse. A group cannot thrive without a sustained commitment from all members.
• Individuals who can benefit from your expertise
  Look for a group that you think you can help. Members who receive and give help often reap the greatest rewards.

Find the Best Mastermind Group that Fits Your Needs

If you attend your first meeting and the fit doesn’t feel right, don’t give up. A feeling of belonging is essential to allow you to open up, reveal your deepest troubles, and offer the same support for others in your group. Go as a guest and experience a meeting, or get to know a potential leader, interviewing members as you would a life coach or financial advisor.