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| "The Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group provides a structured forum to ask for and receive encouragement and business advice from peers. It helps identify and focus on what will lead to increased success. It holds the members accountable to act on their plans." | |
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| "As a Clinical Psychologist, my background did not provide me with any business training. In the Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group I have found a tremendous resource of people who are willing to discuss all aspects of running a business. There is such diversity among the members who range in their professions as well in the development of their businesses. So we all learn about every stage of business development and the idea generation for complex problems is an enjoyable and worthwhile exercise every time. Bravo Evan for putting together such an terrific program." | |
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| “As an Entrepreneur, who do you turn to for advice? Family members? Friends? Ex Co-workers? In most cases they don't understand the challenges I'm facing because they haven't been there. The Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group is made up of Entrepreneurs who HAVE been there – they've faced the challenges that lay ahead of me and through shared camaraderie will help me overcome them.” | |
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| "Since becoming involved with the Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group, it has truly been an eye opening experience to see that other business owners like myself, are struggling with the same daily challenges. Our group is quite balanced and we have some members that have already dealt with many of my current issues and offer great input and advice on how to work through them. Ultimately, the group acts as a great motivator to keep me on track and accountable for financial targets and to ensure that issues that I plan on dealing with are dealt with... (No later than the next meeting!)" | |
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| "TheToronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group has to date has been a positive experience for me and my business to be a part of. It is rare to have the opportunity to meet on a regular basis with individuals that share the same passion for building something beyond themselves. The group has given me a network to critically think about opportunities and issues providing a proactive approach to my business strategy. I appreciate being held accountable for the goals that I set in my business by the group because the end result is seeing those come to fruition quicker." | |
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| "My experience with the Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group has been wonderful. Our business has evolved in important ways from insights discussed at a meeting. The members really complement each other, and at the end you get refined ideas that you can put to use immediately" | |
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| “The Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group gives me the ability to interact, share, and learn from fellow business owners who have the same problems and challenges that I face as an entrepreneur on a daily basis. The group helps me to set goals and an action plan for my business, and then holds me accountable for achieving those goals.” | |
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| “The Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group is a cross between a league of entrepreneurial superheroes and a no-nonsense support group. My own strengths and weaknesses are checked by my group mates, who actively support and motivate me to meet my targets, be a better entrepreneur and a better person. Before I joined the group I was a 150-pound business weakling… now look at me! Beefcake. Beefcake!!” | |
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| "Being part of the Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Group connects me to advice and expertise of other professionals who really CARE about my success. Mentorship groups like these are an indispensable part of starting a business today." | |
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Master Mind Group
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If two heads are better than one it is safe to say that several heads are even more powerful. That is the idea behind Master Mind Groups. The concept of Master Mind Groups was founded by Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich . His concept of a "Master mind Alliance ," which was defined in his book as "two or more minds working actively together in perfect harmony toward a common definite objective”, has now assisted thousands of entrepreneurs in achieving and surpassing their business goals. Master Mind Groups in the business sector are a gathering of individuals on a regular basis to discuss ideas as well as share their personal experience, knowledge and training to benefit each individual member. Successful Master Mind Groups are formed with careful consideration and thought to each member's area of expertise, background, education and personality. For example, a complimenting group may consist of a member with an Information Technology background, a member with a marketing/PR background, a member with sales background, etc. If each member brings unique skills, knowledge and experience in areas that are important to other members of the group, the probability of success will improve. An issue that many entrepreneurs face is difficulty in opening up their network of peers and contacts. Being a part of a Master Mind Group not only allows members to get to know each other intimately but also exposes each member to other attendees' own network of peers and contacts. Master Mind Groups meet regularly and each member has an opportunity to discuss his or her current business situation, concerns, issues, challenges and goals. Other members will have the opportunity to offer feedback, advice and share ideas. In addition to the regular meetings which are usually held in person but can be done online or by telephone, members may be asked to contact each other in between meetings to follow up on goals and objectives. Members who conduct this type of follow up are known as Accountability Partners and assist in keeping each other on top of their goals. To decide whether a Master Mind Group is the right option for you, consider the commitment first. With meetings scheduled regularly (usually monthly but can be more often) as well as follow up phone calls and communication exercises, there is a time commitment. Members are asked to participate actively in discussions and idea swapping so those that are not comfortable with this method of communication may have difficulty with the structure. Highly motivated, supportive individuals who are comfortable with sharing personal ideas, experiences and business information will likely make the successful members. Remember there is also a cost to joining a Master Mind Group so search for one that fits your budget. There is no limit to the amount of members in a Master Mind Group. Five to eight members are recommended to allow each member a chance to discuss their own situations. If you are looking to join a Master Mind Group, choose one in your area that has a consistent record of meetings, has a small intimate group and stresses the importance of the screening process of its members. Learn more about the Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Groups here. |