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Welcome to the Silicon Valley Group - the biggest group of marketing and sales professionals in the Bay Area.

Our events consistently receive 5-star feedback from our participants.

This group is for you if:

  • You are in marketing or sales.
  • You live in NorthCal or are ready to travel to Sunnyvale to participate in sessions.
  • You would like to grow and help others succeed.

What is a Mastermind Group?

A mastermind group is a small group of people with similar values who come together to solve their professional and personal problems, thanks to the experience and support of other participants.

In a mastermind group, participants have diverse backgrounds and expertise, allowing them to offer unique perspectives and valuable insights to help each other grow. The group provides a supportive and non-competitive environment where members can share their challenges, successes, and resources. This collaborative approach can help individuals achieve their personal and professional goals more effectively, as they benefit from the collective wisdom and support of the group.

What do I get?

Mastermind groups can provide significant value for professionals in various fields. Here's a list of some key benefits:

  1. Collaboration: Mastermind groups offer a collaborative environment where professionals share ideas, strategies, and resources to achieve goals.
  2. Networking: Members can expand their professional network, connecting with like-minded individuals with similar interests and aspirations.
  3. Peer-to-peer learning: Mastermind groups allow professionals to learn from each other's experiences and expertise, which can lead to faster growth and development.
  4. Accountability: By setting specific goals and sharing them with the group, professionals are more likely to stay committed and follow through on their plans.
  5. Support: Mastermind groups offer a supportive space where members can openly share challenges and setbacks, receiving encouragement and guidance from their peers.
  6. Diverse perspectives: Members from different backgrounds and industries can offer unique insights and ideas that may not be available within a single professional circle.
  7. Problem-solving: Mastermind groups allow professionals to brainstorm and work through challenges together, often leading to innovative and creative solutions.
  8. Personal growth: By participating in a mastermind group, professionals can gain increased self-awareness, develop new skills, and enhance their overall personal and professional development.
  9. Goal achievement: With the help of a mastermind group, professionals can more effectively set and achieve goals, leading to improved performance and success in their careers.
  10. Motivation: A mastermind group's collective energy and enthusiasm can inspire and motivate professionals to push themselves further, achieving more than they might on their own.
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Agenda

  1. Welcome and introductions (5 minutes)
    • Briefly review the group's purpose and rules and provide updates on progress since the last meeting.
  2. Icebreaker or warm-up activity (5 minutes)
    • A quick activity to set a positive tone for the meeting.
  3. Review of previous meeting's action items (10 minutes)
    • Members report on the progress of their action items from the previous meeting.
  4. Hot seat sessions (total 60 minutes; 2 case owners, 30 min each)
    • The case owner presents a challenge, issue, or goal (5 minutes)
    • Group members ask clarifying questions (5 minutes)
    • The group provides feedback, ideas, and resources (10-15 minutes).
    • The case owner gives feedback to group members and then states at least three action items (5 minutes).
  5. Feedback to the whole session (10 minutes)
    • Each member (including those who were not case owners this time) gives feedback, sets SMART goals, and identifies action items for the next meeting.
  6. Accountability partnerships (5 minutes)
    • Members pair up as accountability partners to support each other between meetings.
  7. Closing and scheduling the next meeting (5 minutes)
    • Summarize key points, schedule the next meeting, and confirm any changes to the format or agenda.

Rules

  • We respect the confidentiality
  • Do not judge or criticize
  • We observe the timing, and we participate in all the allotted time
  • We actively offer options based on our personal experience

Location
Plug and Play Tech Center, 440 N Wolfe Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94085

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