A mastermind group is nothing more than two or more people actively working together in harmony with definiteness of purpose in order to solve a common problem. The individuals may also have individual, personal goals. A leader organizes the meetings and prepares a presentation or arranges a speaker. There is a brief introduction, review of the ground rules, then the first 15 minutes or so is a stimulating presentation that is recorded. You don’t have to speak at any part of the meeting. After the presentation, the recording is stopped and the conversation is opened up for Q&A or group discussion, depending on how many people are on the call. Don’t worry if you miss it because the recording will be available for later.
Essentially, we follow the original principles of the 19th Century “mastermind alliances”, applying the success strategy responsible for the Industrial Revolution. In my experience, a few of Napoleon Hill’s list of 17 success traits were new to me even after decades of 12-Step recovery work and becoming a physician. Lifelong self-improvement is one of the pillars upon which Mindshift Care came into existence. Afterall, it’s not until you reach the peak of more than one endeavor before you start seeing all 17 success principles in every day life. To learn more of the rich history of Mastermind Groups, listen to the Science of Personal Achievement audio program by Napoleon Hill.
“Mastermind groups have made an important difference in my life and in my career. My CV is chalk full of research and poster presentations about Mastermind Groups because I’ve always found my answers while I was helping someone else in need. Setting up a group has always been a nifty ninja move. Professionally, I was doing Mastermind Groups for premedical and medical students before the American Medical Student Association and I helped them launch their program. Personally, setting up this program is already giving me a new sense of much-needed vigor. The truth is, I need you too.”
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Join our very first Mastermind Group
Book an appointment with Dr. Williams if you’re interested in joining a Mastermind Group. Meanwhile, consider the Future Mastermind Group ideas below.
Past Mastermind Groups
- I founded the Medical Mastermind Community in 2007, which mentored disadvantaged pre-med students into medical school to become physicians.
- Board of Trustees, Texas Medical Association.
- Helped establish the mentorship Mastermind Groups for the American Medical School Association. (Read the inaugural poster presentation.)
- Cofounded Project Healing Heroes.
- Medical Director of the Help for Heroes program at Denver Springs, Colorado.
- Project Homefront Research Team.
Future Mastermind Group Options
The 100-Day Mindshift. This is the live Q&A with me, Daniel Williams, MD, the author of all of the Mindshift video courses. My business model is to provide all of the training videos to the world for free, resulting in a global, mental health Mindshift. These courses are for everyone because they teach self-directed, holistic life-building. Topics cover Anxiety Reduction, Sex therapy for PTSD, Pet therapy for PTSD, and training for professionals and caregivers. Law enforcement, military, first responders of all types and veterans, this is your solution to on-the-job “fix yourself”.
Relapse Prevention. Live support for any addiction or medical condition that results in Dopamine Dysregulation Disorder. If you were to watch all of my videos in one sitting, you might want to binge on something. If so, the Relapse Prevention group is here for you. My unique approach combines elements of 12-Step Recovery with holistic discussions of radical self-care, earthing science, filtering neurotoxins, detoxification and how to get medications that contain no gluten. Speaking is optional. It starts with a brief presentation and then opens up for group discussion.
DETOX Fit & Fertile. This is a support group for people interested in detoxing from any toxic chemicals like BPA, PFAS, heavy metals, RoundUptm, and more. Dr. Williams will share his own PFAS Detox Protocol (poly-fluoryl alkyl substances), not-so-affectionately known as the “forever chemicals”. Research shows that we’re all being feminized and sterilized because so many toxins act like estrogen. Making babies involves sex therapy, psychology, physiology, sometimes psychiatry, and now…toxicology. Did you know 95% of sperm samples in the US contain the weed-killer RoundUptm, which destroys their function? Did you know that atrazine, another herbicide, is also in the water and causes sterilization and spontaneous hermaphroditism / sex changes in frogs? Couples facing infertility find hope and resources.
Making Mindshifters. This is a true Mastermind Alliance following the original principles from the 19th Century. The group helps oversee the other Mastermind groups, steering their direction, managing their growth, etc. Anyone can participate. We study Napoleon Hill’s Science of Personal Achievement audio program available for free with an Audible.com trial. This is my Leader Development 2.0 program. The vision is to build a coaching course where I can help you develop your story, market your skills, and launch a ministry or information business of your own.
Sample FLYERS to start your own group with support from Mindshift Care
- Download and share these Flyers to start in-person meetings in your area.
- The pdf versions have clickable links so feel free to post it on your website.
Traditional Mastermind Group
Relapse Prevention Group
Combines elements of 12 Step Recovery, Bible Study, Psychology, Psychiatry and more.
Even though the blog had been online for over a year, regular, free advertising via the Gluten-Free Psychiatry Podcast only started in October 2025. Check back here for updates once a group gets off the ground.
Leader versus Speaker Requirements
Mastermind Group leaders don’t have to be experts in anything. They simply find, arrange, schedule speakers and host the live event. They record the event and upload it to our Vimeo page.
Holistic speakers are the hallmark of Mastermind Groups here at Mindshift Care. Therefore, at least two different healing modalities are necessary to rationally justify the label of “holistic”. The more credentials the better, but an old soul that is willing to learn is a beautiful thing. For Western-trained professionals, getting certified and experience in Reiki as a regular lifestyle practice is a wonderful beginning and the fastest way to get started. After we work together, we’ll build upon this practice and you’ll develop a skill set for helping everyone and every animal in ways you may have never dreamed (muscle testing, energy release, original research publications in quantum physics energy psychology). To start right now, book an appointment with Julie Crowe for Reiki or Emotion Code (listen to the 29-minute podcast).
7-Step Leader Application Process
- These steps are a riddle. Follow them closely.
- Learn all of the material on this page: https://mindshiftcare.com/mastermind-groups-2/. Also familiarize yourself with each of the reference links in the blog post. Yes, there will be an oral quiz.
- Familiarize yourself with the mainstream online classes that Mindshift Care offers for free. Watch as many videos from the Legacy Table of Contents as you can between calls.
- Submit a 500-page minimum essay in PDF format on what you took away from the Science of Personal Achievement audio program and why you want to lead a Mastermind Group.
- Submit the Definiteness of Purpose worksheet in PDF format.
- Schedule a meeting when you have both documents and are ready for an oral interview. Request an interview using the HIPAA-compliant patient portal. Your interview will be free so ignore the payment stuff in the sign-up documents.
- Upload both documents to the HPAA-compliant patient portal. For instructions, please read the actually helpful FAQ page.
