• Are you ready to realize your goals?

• Is it time to build a support network of advisors to keep “your feet to the fire”?

• Are you tired of feeling like you are working alone?

• Are you open to new perspectives, new learning and sharing ideas?

Frequently Asked Questions About
Gold Spark Mastermind 2018

1. What is a Mastermind?  Why should I participate?

A mastermind is a group of people who come together on a regular basis with a common purpose — to learn, grow and succeed.  Each participant has goals they wish to achieve and are interested in recognize that when they ask for support, encouragement, feedback, perspectives and more from others, they can exceed expectations.If we look at the most successful business leaders (entrepreneurs and employed), they all have a support network they reach out to.  This network may be mentors, trusted advisors, colleagues, etc.A mastermind offers you a supportive, confidential and safe environment to share, receive feedback and perspectives, be challenged and encouraged,  and held accountable to your goals.   All for one purpose — your success!

So if the most successful business people have a mastermind group, why shouldn’t you?

2. Who would be in my Mastermind Group?

Our application process is designed to help us bring together high quality team members who are motivated to participate fully in the program.  Our application form, and the Ignite exploration call will allow you, as the applicant, and Ignite Leadership to determine if you are a good fit.

A mastermind group is only successful when participants are committed to attending and participating fully, adhere to confidentiality, possess a willingness to both give and receive advice and ideas, and support each other with total honesty, respect and compassion.

All participants will have at least 5 years of career experience in this group either as an entrepreneur, executive, as a manager or seasoned employee in an organization.  This ensures each person has a minimum level of skill and knowledge.

Participants may be entrepreneurs, managers,  or professionals. They may work in public or private  or non-profit sectors and will most likely come from a variety of industries.

Rarely does one group include more than one person from a single industry unless they are geographically diverse and not in direct competition.   This helps reduce confidentiality or competition-related issues.

We also try to ensure that each participant accepted into the Mastermind is willing to be a regular and active participant to ensure all members of the mastermind receive maximum benefit.

Beyond that, the make up of the group is dependant on who applies.

If you have concerns, please let us know and we’ll address your quesstions.

3. Why is the Gold Spark Mastermind only offered as a Virtual Program?

1.  The clients we work with are located around the globe.  We want to offer this program to current or potential clients who want to participate.

2.  We want to encourage laptop entrepreneurs and travelling business personnel the opportunity to realize their goals without travel requirements impeding their participation.  When you can connect from home, your office, a hotel room or another private site of your choosing, regular attendance is easier to achieve.

3.  Technology allows us the ability to bring all team members together via video-conference.   A video-meeting is the next best thing to an in-person meeting.  Having said that,  connecting virtually saves time, money and is more environmentally friendly!  Thats good for everyone.

4.  When you do not have to travel to a meeting location, you can be more productive!  That means more time and energy to spend on your business or in your career.

4. Can my friend or colleague participate with me?

Yes they can if they apply and are accepted into the program.

It is important to remember that one of the key benefits of a mastermind is the ability to share, receive feedback, insights, ideas etc. that are focused on your goals and your success.

Families and friends can buffer their comments because they are afraid for you or don’t want to dampen your enthusiasm.  They may also share insights which can hold you back.

Can you and your friend meet this threshold without jeopardizing your friendship or working relationship?

Each applicant, and any relationship to other applicants, can be addressed during your Ignite Session.

5.  Can you outline what’s included in the Gold Spark Mastermind?

1.  Mastermind sessions will be held on a video-conference line, accessible via the internet.  Phone access is also possible if that option is required.
a)  Sessions are facilitated by an Executive Coach to keep the group on track, focused and on time.
b)  Sessions will be recorded so you can access the valuable insights shared without having to take notes or so you can listen to the meeting if you are unable to attend.
c)  Participants are encouraged to have a headset with audio and voice capabilities to minimize background noise or sound feedback common when speakers are used.

2.  Mastermind sessions will be held two times each month.  We will only have one session in December.  (Exact schedule to be released in September ).