Really Common Small Business Mistakes to Watch Out For (and Avoid)
Menu
“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.”
And he’s right.
Simon Sinek, the speaker and author of ‘Find Your Why’ has discussed two types of leader, and therefore in my opinion, two types of business…
The finite business and it’s leader is all out for itself and wants to beat everyone and anyone.
The infinite business continues to grow and serve it’s clients and customers because it not only genuinely wants to help them, but it also helps those around them.
The infinite business and it’s leader makes real differences to their customers lives…
…their employees lives…
…and their own lives.
And one of the secrets of their successes is collaboration. Talking with and helping other businesses and their owners be the best versions of themselves.
I’m Marc Ford, Coach, Author and Editor at Your Best Kept Business Secret and let’s talk how Mastermind groups could change you, your small business and your life….
When I first joined a Mastermind Group I was a little concerned that I would not have as much as some others to contribute to the group but it soon became clear I had skills and experience that others did not and vice versa.
The common theme was that we were there to share and help each other and there is something quite amazing about witnessing a business problem solved by the group!
So here are 6 reasons to consider either joining or maybe even starting your own Mastermind Business Group…
The life of an entrepreneur can be lonely – Sharing your dreams, aspirations and challenges with a group of like minded individuals makes it a lot less lonely!
You will naturally raise your game as you spend more time in the company of these like minded entrepreneurs – plus of course the average of the five people you spend the most time with will change – for the BETTER!
A Mastermind Group will challenge you to grow your business to its fullest potential.
In day to day business activity it is easy to get side tracked and way led – with a Mastermind Group you will keep on track.
At the end of each meeting you will have an action plan, objectives you need to meet before the next meeting – which the Group will hold you to account for. It takes real discipline to succeed in any small business.
Being held to account by your mastermind colleagues ensures you maintain the disciplined behaviour necessary to succeed in your business.
Share your ideas and alternatives within your Mastermind Group.
If you are not sure what to do next, what direction to go in, the collective power of the Mastermind will kick in and get you back on track!
Receive feedback from successful individuals on how to solve business issues. Perhaps you have staff issues or financial challenges – let the Mastermind help you resolve them.
Remember in the group we all have the same goal – to help each other grow their business. There is no hidden agenda – everyone is on the same side.
Sometimes business is difficult and the challenges can seem overwhelming. Perhaps you have a difficult employee or a legal problem – chances are your Mastermind colleagues have experienced the same issue.
You will never be short of alternative suggestions on how to overcome issues. Additionally you will develop deep and meaningful friendships over above all the business help.
So take a minute. Have a think.
What benefit could a Mastermind group have to your business?
How could it grow?
Where could it go?
I’m Marc Ford, the original ‘Best Kept Business Secret’ and you can find out more about me and my Mastermind groups below….
Really Common Small Business Mistakes to Watch Out For (and Avoid)
Are you following all the rules of good email marketing but not seeing the return you’d like? Perhaps you’re close to concluding that
If this sounds familiar, don’t give up yet. According to Salescycle, 73% of marketers rate the return on investment (ROI) of email marketing as either “excellent” or “good”. That’s higher than the score for any other marketing channel. In other words, you need to get email marketing right.
If you’re having trouble getting that high ROI, it’s possible that your email deliverability is at fault. But what is email deliverability and how can you improve it? Read on to find out.
Self employment can be stressful. So how do you switch off and actually take a holiday when you are working for yourself?
There’s been a lot of buzz about virtual assistants in the last couple of years. Perhaps you’ve already worked with one, or thought about doing so. But maybe you’re not entirely clear how a virtual assistant (VA) can help your business, or whether you’re at the stage where hiring one would be helpful.
Today, we’re talking about all things VAs!
