The end of year sprint is here! Finish strong.
As we reach the end of year rush, here are a few things to ask yourself:
What were your goal at the start of this year
Where do you stand today
What have been your biggest learnings so far
What can you implement now to finish your year strong
Here are a few questions that we asked ourselves during our MasterMinds “Social Monday”
This happens every 5th Monday of the month and it’s a chance to get together and reflect on and discuss a common topic that affects us all in our community.
Here are some of the takeaways:
Narrow your focus to one or two very precise objectives for the remainder of the year to finish strong.
Do some targeted networking this year end -> but before you do have a very clear “mini pitch” so people truly understand what they can reach out to you for.
Schedule marketing efforts well ahead of time to free yourself up for the critical thinking you need to do rather than the “busy work” that...
Meet our Members: Pieter Nijssen
Pieter has been part of the MasterMinds November 2023 and is part of "The Originals" who meet twice a month on Mondays at 09:00 in Nyon.
Fun fact: He grew up on a tulip farm in the Netherlands where he developed a passion for making videos. When he moved to Switzerland in 2019 it was the right time for him to create Tulip Films.
He helps his clients tell their story effectively by using video as an impactful marketing tool. This allows them to reach theirs goal by offering a Swiss army knife of video production skills. From the very first idea to script and from production to online video distribution and every step in between.
As a man from a flat country like the Netherlands, he totally fell in love with the Alps. So every week you can find him at least once on the trail or on a via ferrata, its were he goes to relax and refresh his mind.
Connect with him either on LinkedIn, or have a look at the website here.
Our members stories...
Have you tried "The Role Playing Games" yet?
There's a new type of event in B-inspired town: The Role Playing Games!
There is a world of difference between knowing theoretically what to say in potentially uncomfortable situations like networking, a sales call or a contract negotiation for example - and actually saying it in a natural way.
Most of us know the theory well enough - the problem comes when we are on the spot and we struggle to get the words out in a way that sounds as good in reality as it should do according to the theory.
That's why we launched the role playing games!
It evolved out of a hot seat session where we spent the time role playing the cold sales call. As a result we all felt enlightened having leant from each other and seeing in a very practical way the different approaches.
Why are these conversations hard?
Typically what these situations have in common is that we have a perceived imbalance of "power". One person has something the other wants. And you want them to give it to you. In...
The kindness challenge
Seize the grey November months to join a feel good challenge. The 12 days of Kindness
A few years ago, I created a very simple kindness challenge, inspired by the run up to the Christmas period and slightly triggered by how we put a special focus on giving around the Christmas season..... But what about the rest of the year?
When I posted this on LinkedIn it sparked a bit of debate in that sense to my surprise.
Something along the lines of: "Why do we need a challenge to help us be kind? We should be kind all year round." Clearly that was not what I was aiming for, in the end it sparked the thought process so it's still a win!
The Kindness challenge is a sequence of short emails, one a day for 12 days. In them you receive a fresh idea every day to do something nice for those around you. Ideas that won't take up too much time, energy or mental power. Here is an idea to get you started:
Send your parents or a loved one flowers
You can register to the email sequence here...
Ideas on leveraging your network
HAVING a strong network, and LEVERAGING it can be two different things entirely. If you're anything like me, here is how the difference makes itself obvious.
I know a lot of people, I provide support willingly, I refer strong professionals to each other with great enthusiasm.
But I rarely know (or dare to), channel that in the direction of my own business.
It's one if the things I want to break through together; The PERCEIVED taboo of the dreaded "self promoting".
The term sounds negative in itself. I instinctively get a little "icky" feeling about it.
But the truth is we probably don't talk enough about what we do, and/or we are not clear enough as we feel conflicted in doing it.
Let's start with banning the term"self promoting" and reframing it with "speaking of what we feel passionate about".
Once we've done that, here are a few ideas on how you can leverage our network and increase your business growth through the opportunities a strong network can bring you....
A TEDx Adventure
But then a strange thing happened. I felt unable to share it.
I seized the opportunity to do the talk with both hands. It felt like the exact right proportion of scary/exciting!
Much as I'm so happy to spread the message I share about taking a step in the right direction continuously despite doubt we experience;
It was really hard for me to walk the talk in this case.
I saw the gaps and flaws and felt too shy to share it publicly.
I gathered up the courage to post it on LinkedIn, BUT I had created a series of shorts, and posted only a snippet of it....
This made those that wanted to watch the full version, have to jump through hoops to do so.
Breaking rule number one: Make it easy for people to take the action you want them to take.
Some classic self sabotaging was going on.
Nevertheless, I know it's just part of who we all are at the end of the day, and we need to...
Attend a trial MasterMinds meeting
You're curious about the meetings but not quite sure what it is or how they are structured?
Join a trial meeting
There is no better way to know what to expect :-)
This opportunity is open to people curious about our MasterMinds community and who want to get a better feel for the fit. You can join one trial meeting for free.
It's an opportunity to see how we go about it, find out how the meeting is structured and evaluate if you are interested in incorporating this practice for yourself and your business.
You will be joined by others who are also interested in learning more about it, and meet some great people in the process regardless of the conclusions you draw!
What to expect
During the meeting we will take the opportunity to do an introductory round.
Then we take approx 10min per person (depending on attendance numbers).
During this time each person updates the others on:
1. What are you celebrating?
2. Any challenges you would like insight from the others on...
Elevate your Customer Journey - Join our next workshop!
Coming up on the events calendar: Elevate your Customer Journey
Circle Monday the 23rd of September on your calendars, because the MasterMinds community is bringing you "Elevate your Customer Journey". A workshop that is back by popular demand facilitated by Julie de Meyer.
What’s On? Get involved in a morning where you will be invited to reflect on the different touchpoint with your customer all along the sales funnel. When do you connect with them? What channel is used and what do you want to give them when? There’s something to take away and both reject and act upon for everyone!
Venue and Timing Location: The B-inspired Clubhouse Rue Nicole 3, 1267 Nyon. Time: 09:30 to 11:30
Book Your Tickets! You can book your place by visiting the following link. Remember to use your discount codes for MasterMinds Community members. For non community members (yet :-)), the registration fee the CHF55.-
Network and Connect The Elevate your Customer...
Meet our Members! Karin Casutt
Meet Karin Casutt
She is passionate about people and curious to get to know those she meets better and learn about who they are.
She's also a great sports and music lover. Both universes being an integral part of her life. Karin has an HR background, having spent over 20 years of her career in the field.
She has been part of the MasterMinds March, and is in the Grow my Why group that meet twice a month on Mondays at 14:00 in Nyon.
For the past six years she has accompanied individuals in career transition and business coaching. As a Leadership Coach, she helps leaders and managers to transform their leadership and mobilise their teams to achieve sustainable performance.
Thanks to a tailor-made coaching programme, she can help you strengthen your leadership skills to create committed, high-performing and fulfilled teams.
When you next met Karin at an upcoming event, be sure to ask how her unique approach, which combines the strategies of...
Join our Vegan cooking class workshop!
Coming up on the events calendar: Vegan cooking class
Circle Monday the 28th of October between 09:00 and 13:30 in Nyon on your calendars, because the MasterMinds community is bringing you "A Vegan cooking class". This workshop is hosted by Chef Tosca, on a mission to show the world that Vegan food is delicious!
Discover the vibrant world of vegan cuisine in our upcoming workshop in Nyon! Whether you're vegan or simply curious about plant-based cooking, this workshop will open your eyes (and taste buds) to the endless possibilities of vegan food. You'll learn how to create delicious, wholesome dishes that are good for you and the planet.
Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll master techniques for making nutritious, flavourful vegan meals. And the best part? We’ll finish the workshop by enjoying a delicious lunch together, enjoying the dishes we've prepared.
Get inspired with Tosca's Instagram profile here.
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