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 Re: Sunshine Coast networking meetup: Wed Oct 20
Hi Scott,
Noticed your message and understand the dificulty of getting everone "on the same page" at one time.
You might like to look at this post I made to the local group. I feel Skype will open things up a little. Just my thoughts.
Cheers,
Alan Quote:
Originally Posted by villagemedia  Hi Kirsty,
I understand your difficulty in getting the "right" people mix in your area. I have had some years experience in organising webinars and Skype conferences, I suggest you consider beginning with Skype "Group Call" as many don't have the web-cam gear or are video-shy. The obvious advantage of using Skype is that you are not restricted to one area to find like-minded people (for example, I lived in Balwyn and currently on the Mornington Peninsula).
You may also need to explain how to get a Skype address, as not everyone is Skype-savy.
Here's my tip: Start with a core group of three or four people and build up to a maximum of 10. Get your guidelines in place and have a few meetings. This will help to solidify the group and work out any kinks.
Next, decide if video is appropriate (keep in mind it gobbles-up bandwidth) and take a vote on when it's time to add more people. If yes, how many? Don't add too many all at once. I'd rather see you add only one or two new people at a time. This will help them to assimilate into the group and for the group to become cohesive. As the Facilitator, you want to help people to fit in and feel welcome, and not allow cliques to form among the "old members" versus the "new members." It's all about inclusiveness.
Keep repeating the addition of new members until everyone agrees the group is full. If someone drops out of the group, take a vote to see if the group should replace that person or simply stay the smaller size.
As there seems to be a number of people interest in the MasterMind concept, have created a new group at http://www.flyingsolo.com.au/forums/...ind-group.html and would welcome your contributon. You may care to pass this link on to others who may be interested - or let me know if I can help in your quest...
Cheers,
Alan
Alan Perkins
Village Media International
Marketing Master Club
eMail: alan@villagemedia.com.au
Web: www.VillageMedia.com.au www.marketingmasterclub.com
Skype: villagemedia
Mob: +61 (0) 408 102 512 | Quote:
Originally Posted by Scott F It was a nice night.
Very happy to discuss your businesses with you both.
Thank you for a good evening.
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