tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3192044540545990806.post6123652520724284552..comments2011-07-07T16:53:21.024-04:00Comments on Atlanta Biz Woman: Mastermind GroupsLya Soranohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16677200360169732962noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3192044540545990806.post-26340488738310389532008-07-07T13:18:00.000-04:002008-07-07T13:18:00.000-04:00Lya and Barb,I think you raise an excellent point ...Lya and Barb,<BR/>I think you raise an excellent point on Mastermind Groups, as it is yet another way to gain support, accountability, and commitment as a business owner. We know how lonely it can be, and groups such as this would be extremely valuable.<BR/><BR/>I will definitely put it as a to do, and begin to search out other determined, dedicated and reliable professionals to master mind with.<BR/><BR/>Bernadette BoasBernadette Boashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03111823165294748956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3192044540545990806.post-89658843151795903792008-07-01T11:59:00.000-04:002008-07-01T11:59:00.000-04:00Lya is absolutely right about the power of a Maste...Lya is absolutely right about the power of a Mastermind group. A success principle that's been around since Napolean Hill popularized it (I'm sure they existed before him), it is gaining in popularity once again.<BR/><BR/>The key is choosing the "right" combination of people, which is not always easy. I took a page out of Jack Canfield's play book and looked for people who I felt would be honest, push me, push back on me when the blinders were on, who were committed to success for themselves, as well as all group members, and were people who would show up on time every time. Taking this on is a big commitment and unless everyone shows up the synergy of the group is disturbed. It is also important to realize that the "chemistry" of the group is very important. If you are thinking about bringing someone into your group, or if you are even just starting one, interview people carefully. Make sure you feel you can trust them in addition to everything else. Cuz what's said in Mastermind STAYS in Mastermind.Barbara Giamancohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16257186055386256834noreply@blogger.com