Have you read the book ‘Think and Grow Rich’?! If you are a serious entrepreneur, this book should be on the top of your reading list.
Napoleon Hill wrote this book in 1937 – that’s 77 years ago! There are thousands and thousands of books (hard cover, soft cover and audio) that address the need to spend less, save more, invest better, get out of debt and so much more – but this book says it best.
“The majority of people are ready to throw their aims and purposes overboard, and give up at the first sign of opposition or misfortune. A few carry on despite all opposition, until they attain their goal. These few are the Fords, Carnegies, Rockefellers, and Edisons.” ― Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich
One of the concepts that Napoleon Hill addresses in this book is that of the business mastermind group. When 2 or more ‘minds’ come together they form a ‘3rd mind’ – group power at its best!
Everyone needs someone. Being an entrepreneur can be a lonely, challenging and frightening experience. Belonging to a business mastermind group has tremendous benefits.
LET ME GIVE YOU THE TOP 3 REASONS TO JOIN A MASTERMIND GROUP!
- IT’S A LONELY LIFE AS AN ENTREPRENEUR.
It’s hard enough to start a business and grow a business – but to do it completely on your own is almost a receipt for failure. And there’s no reason for that. There are business mastermind groups all around the world – with sincere thanks to Napoleon Hill for introducing the concept. Get yourself into a group – surround yourself with like-minded people (let’s face it – most of us have family and friends who have NO clue what it is we do!). When you are surrounded by like-minded people, you speak the same language, you understand the ups and downs of business and you always have someone who ‘has your back’. What’s not to love about that?
- IT GIVES YOU PERSPECTIVE.
Being in a business mastermind group (particularly one led by a successful entrepreneur who has a growing and profitable business) is an experience like no other. Check out the options – I highly recommend participating in a group where there is a diverse membership. Business is business. To get perspective, feedback, suggestions and recommendations from people across industry is a recipe for success. And it’s fun! Do your homework and ensure your values are aligned with the leadership of that group.
- IT ATTRACTS PROSPECTS AND CLIENTS.
What do I mean by that? Well, if you are not prepared to invest in growing yourself and in growing your business – why should anyone invest in YOUR products and services? Seriously. I tell all my clients, particularly if they are looking for a business coach, to ensure that coach has a coach! Prospects and clients like to know they are working with someone who is serious about continuous learning and development. This means that, for many of you, an adjustment in the way you think about things. I often hear entrepreneurs using the excuse (when it comes to hiring a coach or joining a master mind group) ‘but I can’t afford it’! You have got to reframe your thinking to be ‘HOW can I afford it?” There is always a way! And it is a critical step in the growth and success of your own business.
“One of the most common causes of failure is the habit of quitting when one is overtaken by temporary defeat.” ― Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich
As an entrepreneur, it is very easy to fall into the victim mentality –
- ‘it’s too hard,
- it’s too expensive,
- it’s not the right time …..”
When you are part of a business mastermind group, this type of thinking goes to the wayside. There is no place for it there. You will be surrounded by positive, forward thinking, progressive entrepreneurs who focus on the vision and the dream – and on making money!
Isn’t that what YOU want too? Isn’t that why you got into business in the first place?
WELL, THEN – GO DO IT! GET INVOLVED. AND DO IT TODAY!
Are you already part of a business mastermind group? What has been the best part of it for you?
Please share your thoughts!
