The Top 10 Secrets To Success

I recently came across the Evolving Times blog where author Edward Mills shared his top 10 secrets to his success. There were some interesting ones on the list including:

1. Waking up at 5:00am every morning
2. Meditate every morning
3. Use brainwave entrainment technology
4. I use the Simpleology web cockpit every day
5. Get outside every day
6. I hike at least three times a week
7. Take a day off from the computer each week
8. Play with my daughter
9. Remember that I am here to experience joy and feel great

And coming in at #10 was my favourite:

10. Play well with others. I have come to realize, better late than never, that I can't succeed in solitude. Connecting with others has become a hugely important part of my daily routine. Whether joining the conversation here in the blogosphere, meeting with a colleague to discuss possible partnerships, connecting on a bridge line with peers for a mastermind group, or asking for perspective on new ideas from friends, stepping out of the vacuum of "solo" entrepreneur and into a larger community has been one of the most important recent secrets of my expanding success.

What are your secrets to success?

5 Ideas To Starting A Mastermind Group

I was reading the Secrets To Success blog and found an interesting post mentioning 5 ideas to help you start a Mastermind Group. The ideas included:

1. Determine the size of group, and carefully select members. The group size should feel comfortable. Not too small and not too big. Select members for your group who will actively participate and bring value to the table.

2. Decide the frequency of meeting and agenda for each meeting. One group I was in had a very formal agenda for each meeting, with a specific topic for discussion. Another was less structured, yet focused. Determining "the rules" ensures that everyone in your group is accountable for success.

3. Be clear about expectations for attendance and behavior. Success comes from 100% participation. Without a rigorous commitment, the group will lose its power and sense of importance.

4. Always strive to be of service to others. Focusing on others first is the surest way to get the most out of your group. You will gain a great deal from participating in the group you help create, by choosing to give before you get.

5. Forget everything I just said, and build your inner circle organically. While I believe in the power of having a group that is committed to one another, I also believe in the power of one-on-one relationships and the advantages of hand picking your team over time. Honestly, either approach works. Perhaps you decide to have both.