Master Mind groups are a mutual learning environment in which NCD Coaches can share experiences, coach each other, and gain additional input on specific challenges. The specific details are as follows:

Group size: 5-8 coaches.

Frequency of meetings: Every other month.

Duration of meetings: 90 minutes.

Time of meetings: Set by the group.

Place of meetings: Virtual meetings (e.g. Skype or Zoom) or in-person regional meetings.

Outline of meetings: Case Clinic (downloadable below)

Rules
— Discretion
— Reliability
— Equal status (the facilitator role changes from meeting to meeting)
— Openness
— Clear focus on outline

Roles
— Facilitator (invites the group to the meeting, takes care of organizational aspects, and leads the discussion)
— Case giver (provides a case situation they are working on for the others in the group to coach them through - see downloadable outline below)
— Coaches (coach the case giver through the given case)

Accountability
For coaches wanting to pursue PNC (Professional NCD Coach) or MNC (Master NCD Coach) accreditation, it is a requirement to participate in at least four Master Mind group meetings per year. Participation dates to be submitted to your NCD National Partner once per year (based on mutual trust).

How to join a group: Contact your NCD National Partner who will help to connect you into a group.