Welcome to Chez Cliff!

I never gave much thought to Peer Groups.  People find them of great benefit, learning and sharing.  So the fact that I never gave much thought to these groups is not a sign that I’m selfish or egotistical.  My thinking has always been to get the business up and running, not finding a support group.

My life seems to be about circles.  When I’m truly ready for something, people appear in my circle to help me achieve whatever it is that I want.  In my core, I try to have as positive of an impact on the people around me as I possibly can.  There’s that karma balance I always try to achieve.  In short, give and take.

You could imagine my surprise when a representative of an CEO peer group called me up, wanting to interview me.

I’m always suspicious of these groups wanting me to join.  Most times, I wave them off.  But when the caller said that I was recommended by a mutual friend, one whom I respect deeply, it gave me an opportunity to verify his claim.  Which I did and the group is legit.

I’ll give you a little bit about the group.

The CEOs meet once a month for a four hour session.  From there, groups meet based on their companies performance.  Over $10M in one group, over $2M in another and then incubators which is my classification.  You’re encouraged to bring questions or challenges your company faces.  Confidentiality is enforced via NDA’s.

Not surprisingly I aced the interview and the next Peer meeting is within the next few weeks.  I’ll report back and let you know how it goes.