For a long time, I heard a lot of
Mastermind groups. People were enthusiastic about them, spent thousands of dollars to attend meetings, and raved about connections with other entrepreneurs.
While I was intrigued, getting into a Mastermind group was a challenge. For whatever reason, I couldn't wiggle an invitation despite some blatant overtures. Then, I saw a tweet from
Aiko Thurlow about a new Mastermind group that she was creating. Long story short, I got into a group.
So far, it's been a great experience. The opportunity to meet with other entrepreneurs, receive different perspectives and being held accountable has been a difference maker. As a solopreneur, it's good to have people in your corner to handle the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
Aiko and
Raji Kalra, a member of my group, recently launched
Mastermind Express, a monthly event in Toronto that gives people a taste of being part of a Mastermind group.
I went to my first Mastermind Express earlier this week, and it was hands down the best business event that I've attended in a long time.
It wasn't a you-sell-to-me-I-sell-to-you event but an opportunity to learn about what other people are doing and thinking and receive guidance about your business.
The key lesson: embrace opportunities to expose yourself to other perspectives and give yourself permission to embrace new ideas.
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