In the last month, I have helped several people get started in the mastermind group process. I’ve noticed that for many people – the personal growth gets started even before a group has been found. Seems like the very first thing that happens when is considering a mastermind group is one of the following thoughts:
- “I don’t know what my strengths are . . . I don’t know what I could add to the group.”
- “I don’t know if I have anything in common with the other people of the group. We are not of the same mindset and I just don’t think we would be synergistic”
Either of these attitudes will hold you back and you will miss out on a tremendous growth opportunity if you allow either of these feelings to hold you back.
These feelings also show that we have not adequately described how a mastermind group can work. Every mastermind group, regardless of the “lineup” can turn into a synergistic powerhouse for all of the members involved. It is as much – or more – about the process then it is about each individual involved in the group.
Your group dynamics will change over time. As each member grows, learns, faces challenges, so too will the group grow, change, and become more synergistic.
So…. if you think you don’t measure up – - – think again. It is absolutely true when I say that every person has something to contribute. That means you too. All this feeling does is highlight the first thing you personally will be working on…. defining your strengths. It is a valuable exercise and you will benefit from it.
If you think that you may not get much out of a particular group – - – think again. It is absolutely true when I say that every person has something to contribute. Give the group a chance to work it’s magic. Six months later, you will be looking back on your old attitude, feeling very grateful for all you have learned about those in your group, the incredible power of the mastermind process, and your own shift in attitude.
