Mastermind Group

[Cassandra Ramirez]

I have a two parter.  See bold, CAPS for each section.

OPEN SPACE IN OUR MASTERMIND GROUP

I run a small mastermind group in the DC Metro area. We also are looking to expand, but want to make sure that we don't run into the a situation where people don't freely and openly share because they think they will lose their competitive advantage. 

This week, we decided to open up our group as long as the new person was not in the DC Metro area and was wondering if anyone wanted to join. 

Here is what you need to know to make a decision:

• Only one person per market in a field of investing. For example, in the DC market we have one guy who is a buy and holder, one rehabber, one investor only realtor and I do wholesale and lease option. So for the DC Metro area, no one with those lines of business can join.  The same rules would apply for new members in their respective markets.
• Each person has to be actively investing and have to have been actively investing for at least a year
• Each member has to have at least 2 deals under their belts.
• Be able to meet for an hour once a week (Mondays at 8:30 PM) via SKYPE.  The longest we ever went was 15 minutes over.  Once.  We stay on target.
• Be willing to share.  We share A LOT in our meetings and need it to be reciprocal if the open environment is to be maintained.
• Be willing to give and take constructive criticism.
• Be willing to laugh.  We are a pretty funny bunch and need people who can laugh at themselves (because, let's face it, life is too darn short).

If you think you want to join, let me know.  

HELP ON HOW TO BETTER FACILITATE

I also am looking for others who facilitate mastermind groups for input on making the mastermind groups better.  How to make sure that they are serving their purpose and people are being engaged.  Also looking for tips to keep my crew motivated.