Why to Start New Group

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Why Start a Group?

Understand your identity and the purpose behind your creation. It's crucial to have a clear understanding of why you want to embark on this journey.

While your reasons may be unique, some common motivations include:

Professional Benefits:

• Practicing and demonstrating leadership.
• Creating job or project opportunities.
• Networking with professionals in your field.
• Learning: keeping your skills sharp and current.
• Staying up to date with leading practices from other companies and individuals.
• Enhancing your professional reputation and visibility.
• Accessing mentorship and guidance from experienced peers.
• Collaborating on innovative projects.
• Gaining insights into industry trends and challenges.
• Building a portfolio of successful projects and initiatives.

Personal Benefits:

• Making new friends with similar interests.
• Staying engaged by sharing passions with others.
• Boosting personal confidence and public speaking skills.
• Finding emotional support and encouragement.
• Enjoying a sense of accomplishment from group achievements.
• Expanding your social circle beyond your usual environment.
• Developing new hobbies and interests through group activities.
• Achieving personal growth and self-discovery.
• Encouraging a balanced and fulfilling life.
• Creating lasting memories through shared experiences.

Bigger Picture:

• Driving industry innovation, impact, and movement-building.
• Building a sense of community and belonging.
• Contributing to social and cultural change.
• Providing a platform for underrepresented voices.
• Fostering a collaborative environment for problem-solving.
• Advocating for important causes and raising awareness.
• Creating a legacy that benefits future generations.
• Encouraging sustainable practices and responsible citizenship.
• Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Inspiring others to take initiative and lead.

Types of Groups

Physical/Local/Meetup Groups: These groups meet in person and synchronize their meetings for real-time conversations and connections. The focus is typically on building deeper personal relationships and exploring in-depth topics.

Online Groups: These groups meet virtually, often asynchronously, for chatting, Q&A, and sharing information. The emphasis is usually on faster knowledge exchange and accessibility.

Company Practice Groups: These groups consist of members within a single company who aim to improve practices and processes within their organization.

 

Considerations before starting your group

• Investigate whether similar groups have existed in the past within your area. What were their outcomes?
• Identify any current groups that are pursuing similar objectives. Would it be beneficial to join or partner with them?
• Reach out to both current and former leaders of these groups to gain valuable insights and advice.