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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 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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| "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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| "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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| “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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| "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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Small Business Coaching
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Support, direction and advice are crucial necessities for small business owners who are either starting up or trying to grow their business. However, this type of unbiased business related support can sometimes be difficult for small business owners to obtain and that is where the concept of “Small Business Coaching” comes into play. What is small business coaching? Simply put, small business coaching is a paid service by the small business owner to the coach that is custom tailored to assist the business owner with advice, guidance, contacts, and support to start and/or develop their business. A small business coach can assist with start up needs such as preparing the business plan, research guidance, goal setting and organizational development. Once the initial preparations and goals have been achieved a business coach can mentor on such business aspects as marketing and public relations, human resources, sales, networking, goal setting and goal completion, organizational strategies and much more. In addition to the business side of the mentoring, small business coaching can assist with the work/like balance issues many entrepreneurs face. Time management skills will become key in ensuring entrepreneurs do not struggle with balancing their personal lives and their business lives. Motivational strategies to keep up energy and passion can be a focus to ensure the entrepreneur maintains their sense of excitement and passion for their work. There are many different packages that can be purchased for small business coaching services. Many coaches will keep in touch regularly by setting up monthly/bi-weekly or weekly telephone sessions. As well there will be one on one face to face meetings which will assist with developing and maintaining a bond with the coach. There is a time commitment to coaching so keep in mind that there will be regular meetings as well as potentially homework for the entrepreneur. The coach will act as an accountability partner to ensure goals are being met and new goals are created constantly so there is a forward momentum to the entrepreneur's development. Small business coaches may be empathetic to excuses but will always hold the entrepreneur accountable so prepare for some real work execution. If you are deciding whether small business coaching is the right step for you, consider the following questions: • Are you willing to commit your time to regular meetings and homework? • Are you open to hearing someone's advice, guidance and constructive criticism? • Do you enjoy working in a team and enjoy professional relationships? • Do you work well with someone who will hold you accountable? When looking for a small business coach, look for someone who is a fit with your personal and professional character. Loyalty, confidentiality and dependability are all traits that are a must for a good small business coach. Being a good listener and allowing you to vocalize your ideas, thoughts and concerns is also very important. Make sure you look into their background which should have a good deal of start up experience. Ask questions about the success of their own companies and make sure there is a trust and confidence fit. For those who cannot afford the cost of a personal small business coach, Mastermind Groups are an excellent alternative and offer several experts working together in a team. |
Learn more about Toronto Entrepreneur Mastermind Groups here. |