The Blog - Where Business Collides with Human Nature

The concept of a MasterMind was first introduced by Napoleon Hill.  Napoleon Hill (1883-1970), author of "Think and Grow Rich" was an American author, best known for the 25 year commission he received from Andrew Carnegie (1835 – 1919) who commissioned Napoleon Hill to interview over 500 millionaires.

During these interviews, he acquired informationand publish his findings about the similarities in traits, habits and a formula by which these people acquire wealth and success.  The book "Think and Grow Rich" remains a popular reference today.

Napoleon Hill wrote about the mastermind group principle as:

The coordination of knowledge and effort of two or more people, who work toward a definite purpose, in the spirit of harmony."

He continues…

No two minds ever come together without thereby creating a third, invisible intangible force, which may be likened to a third mind [the master mind]."

On July 4th every year, fireworks inspire me to think about my own evolution, beliefs, business activities and even relationships.  Many of are pushed to the curb into a "stand-by mode" even though most are considered to be acceptable to good.

This has an impact on the calendar since less time is spent on activities which basically make me feel validated and boost my ego, but not best use of time.  The next step is to add activities to the schedule which seriously challenges my comfort level and skills.

In the article: 5 Essentials to Business Success, you will see: "Good enough today is not good enough tomorrow".  Humans moan resist change because few look forward to more studying, more trial & error and possibly more work.  

This video will show you how to improve your productivity.  In fact, it does such a good job with explaining how to improve productivity that you will be celebrating in a big way.  Since you are the boss of you and have the ability to make your own judgment about what is most important, you (with an entrepreneurial mind) is looking always for the next big thing. 

After you watch the video and follow the principles, the next big question you will have:  "What would I do with extra time each day?" 

Recently I met a man named Chris.

Mentorship programs are not advertised on TV, the Internet or radio.  Your small business or your soon to be open business has obstacles and you may resort to rubbing a lamp hoping for a Genie to pop out and provide the perfect business advice.  Without funds, how can you expect to create a win-win with any business consultant? 

You have a strong motivation to start a business or the business you own is not yet successful.  You have a vision and your abilities/skills/talents stand out in the marketplace or your product is already in demand.  You are strapped for cash because of the crazy economic times and possibly your house has burnt down. 

Here is a list of possible strengths & talents which could be on your list.