Starting Mastermind groups

Lately, I have been exploring different ways to start building the Her perspective community. In my research of different formats, Mastermind groups stood out to me in different ways. I liked the collaborative nature and the fact that all members could contribute their diverse skills and perspectives encouraged me a lot.
In the spirit of "if you want to be part of a community that doesn't exist build one," I am starting Mastermind groups for women.
 
Revisiting why I started this platform
In my first blog post titled  What I want from my blog, I shared the following objectives:

• Support women like me on their journey
• Build a community of smart women who can share and support each other
• Be a safe place for you through life transitions and adapting to change
• Build local relationships
• Share our leanings

 
What is a Mastermind Group?

• A mastermind group is a peer-to-peer mentoring concept used to help members solve their problems with input and advice from the other group members (Source: Wikipedia)
• A mastermind is a peer-mentoring group of individuals who meet on a regular basis (in-person or virtually) to push each other to work to their highest potential and hold each other accountable. (Source: Why a Mastermind Group Can Accelerate Your Success (And How to Form One))
• A mastermind group is simply a meeting of highly motivated folks who share a common goal and are looking to encourage and help each other improve. (Source: What is a Mastermind Group?)

 
Why am I starting Mastermind Groups?
The mission of the Her Perspective Mastermind groups is to connect women who can help one another achieve their goals in specific areas of their lives.
 
Why join a Mastermind Group?
There are so many benefits of joining mastermind groups, such as:

• Have accountability partners.
• Learn and share with other women.
• Build a valuable community.
• Expand your perspective.
• Extend your network.
• Get feedback on your ideas and plans.
• Get new ideas.

 
Starting point: What I heard?
Earlier this month I polled 20 women in my network to probe interest in joining a mastermind group, and this is what they said
Top 3 main reasons why ladies will join a mastermind group is:

1. Learn something new
2. Support Others
3. Collaboration with Others

Top 3 areas where ladies would like more support include:

1. Setting & Achieving your goals
2. Career Advancement (Promotion, Salary)
3. Financial Empowerment

 
Call to action
If you are interested in achieving your goals faster, please fill out the Mastermind Groups Survey. I have linked some vast resources to help you discover the opportunities Mastermind groups present.
 
Next Steps
Over the next months I am committed to doing the following:

1. Create a pilot group of women with similar Interest areas.
2. Onboard pilot group members.
3. Start pilot group.
4. Share some success stories.
5. Learn and create other groups.

 
Great Resources

• Join a Mastermind Group? Here’s What You Need to Know
  
• 7 Reasons To Join A Mastermind Group - Forbes
• Why a Mastermind Group Can Accelerate Your Success (And How to Form One)
• Why You Should Consider Joining a Mastermind Group
• What Nobody Tells You About Mastermind Groups
• Go Beyond Simple Networking and Organize Your Own Mastermind Group
• 6 qualities the best paid mastermind groups offer
• How to Launch a Successful Mastermind Group
• Create a “Mastermind Group” to Help Your Career
• Why You Should Build A Mastermind Group