#414: How To DIY Your Own Mastermind (& Do It Right)

Published: Dec. 6, 2021, 8 p.m.

b'Masterminds.\\nYou hear a lot about them, but do you know what it really means to be a part of one?\\nLet me break it down for you.\\nA mastermind is a small group of entrepreneurs that keep you on track, troubleshoot with you, offer fresh insights into your business, and help you move forward.\\nNo matter if your roadblocks are technical or maaaybe you\\u2019re stuck in your head more than anything\\u2026 these people get it. They\\u2019re playing all out. And they\\u2019re here to help you move forward.\\xa0\\nI truly don\\u2019t think I\\u2019d be here today if it weren\\u2019t for two things...\\nOne, investing in myself. And two, surrounding myself with people who build me up, support me, and, honestly, call me out when I need to be called out.\\xa0\\nSo in this episode, I\\u2019m breaking down exactly how to DIY your own mastermind -- no matter what stage your business is in, with no cost required.\\nBecause an accountability group or mastermind is right for EVERYONE.\\nIntroverts and extroverts alike.\\xa0\\nLong time business owners and those still rocking the side hustle.\\xa0\\nTogether in this episode, we\\u2019ll talk about:\\n\\nHow often to meet\\n\\nThe ideal number of people to have in your mastermind\\n\\nWhat you should *definitely* include in your mastermind meetings\\n\\nPlus the one role that holds it all together\\n\\nIt\\u2019s a lonely business if you\\u2019re trying to do it alone\\u2026 so don\\u2019t. Give yourself the support all entrepreneurs so desperately need. You\\u2019ll thank yourself over and over again.\\xa0\\nSo click to listen and prepare to make a few calls\\u2026 your mastermind awaits!\\nHere\\u2019s a glance at this episode...\\n\\n[04:51] I got here by investing in my business and myself. In the beginning, I started out with a paid mastermind and always surrounded myself with people doing something similar to me who have valuable insights.\\n\\n[08:52] There needs to be one or two people who will take the reins. Get clear on when you meet and think about how you want to structure it. I like hot seats where each person gets 10 minutes to talk, and then we give feedback.\\xa0\\n\\n[14:06] Make a list of three to five people that you might want to include in your accountability or mastermind group. Put some feelers out in Facebook groups and find your group!\\n\\nRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts\\n"I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy." <-- If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people -- just like you -- move toward the online life and business that they desire. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select \\u201cWrite a Review.\\u201d Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!\\nAlso, if you haven\\u2019t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I\\u2019m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you\\u2019re not subscribed, there\\u2019s a good chance you\\u2019ll miss out. Subscribe now!'