Richard Branson quotes – “My biggest motivation? Just to keep challenging myself. I see life almost like one long University education that I never had — everyday I’m learning something new.”
The entrepreneurial road is winding, uphill, challenging, ambiguous and definitely filled with struggles. It also, at times, diversifies into multiple little by-lanes creating confusion and a colourful roller-coaster of thoughts.
A new business is a fertile ground of energized participants bursting with ideas and an almost unrealistic optimism for the future. Cut to a few months of operation and having tasted a few failures, enthusiasm begins to wane. This is where support and guidance from like-minded entrepreneurs become essential to keep the faith and enthusiasm high.
Thanks to the technology available to us all today, support and networking groups are readily available at a single finger click. Social Media sites like Facebook, are a primary source to reach out to groups that are compatible to an individual’s business model. Such groups are many and diversified with active members from all over the world. Connecting with like-minded people for advice, support, exploring new opportunities or even to bounce ideas is easier.
A search on Facebook easily provides a list of groups from which one can choose. It is imperative, however, to understand the group’s guidelines and rules before joining. A golden rule of thumb dictates that, a member is also a value-add to the rest of the group with limited self-promotion (as guided by the group policies).
Below is a list compiled of some of Facebook’s top Entrepreneurial groups of 2022. This list is in no particular order.
1. StartupTalky
2. Network Capital
3. Entrepreneurs Networking Group
4. Global Entrepreneurs Connect Fellows International
5. Humans of Online Business
6. Small Business Owners/Entrepreneurs
7. Home Business Opportunities
8. Entrepreneurs India
9. Success Mindset-Small Business Owners, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurs
10. Women Helping Women Entrepreneurs
1. StartupTalky
Based in Bangalore and created by Shubham Kumar seven years ago, this group does exactly what its name suggest. It talks about Startups. Entrepreneurs from various businesses can join the group and come together to help, support and encourage each other to build successful businesses. If you are an entrepreneur with a mindset of leadership and growth you are where you need to be.
2. Network Capital
This is a group created 6 years ago for the express purpose of career exploration and advancement. This group is made up of those with the hunger to learn and those with a passion for sharing. Learn to grow, share to help and support to expand are the mantras of this group that focuses on mentoring budding entrepreneurs.
3. Entrepreneurs Networking Group
A group by LaShawn Charles boasts 183K members. The members include businessmen and women from a wide array of businesses. Members can connect, network and build new affiliations, share knowledge and also give and receive support and/or advice.
4. Global Entrepreneurs Connect Fellows International
With a worldwide group strength of 232K members, this group is located in Houston, Texas. This online colony houses entrepreneurs from all over the globe. They share their own stories, promote their businesses, and build their own strong network of partners and allies. Operating within its own boundaries, this group can be a strong support system for a new business or even an established one looking to expand.
5. Humans of Online Business
You are in the right place if you are building an online business and want to operate in HUMAN ways – so says their tagline. With almost 10K members, this group aims toward learning and growth. The admins of the group are expert instructors in different business areas and offer to teach the best ways to attract an audience, market the wares and build strategies for success.
6. Small Business Owners/Entrepreneurs
Created two years ago and with almost 250K members today, this group aims at small business owners who are looking to expand. Growth through experiences and knowledge sharing is a key component to joining its ranks. If the business for profitability is your motto, then this is the right place.
7. Home Business Opportunities
Created almost 10 years ago, this group has grown to 51K members. This is a group that connects people worldwide who are looking for new business opportunities to people who have a business opportunity to share. The post-covid world has widened business opportunities and also opened new avenues for it. If you are seriously looking for a new start, this group is a great place to connect and grow.
8. Entrepreneurs India
Based in Chennai with 31.4K members, this group was created 11 years ago. In light of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, this platform allows you to network with entrepreneurs, aspirants and leading technologists from their respective fields. This is a group that is about the exchange of ideas, guidance, effective action plans and empowering startups for success.
9. Success Mindset-Small Business Owners, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurs
Created 4 years ago, this group’s primary objective is to create a successful mindset leading to fulfilled lives and also create an impact on the less fortunate. The goal of this group is the self-development and motivation of individuals in order to create successful entrepreneurs.
10. Women Helping Women Entrepreneurs
Based in the United States of America with a member strength of 598K, this group is dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs prosper across all areas of their life – be it business, personal growth, or balancing a family and career. The Admin of this group proactively shares pieces of training on various topics like social media marketing, branding and PR.
Conclusion
Facebook has a long list of entrepreneurial groups that aim at successful business practices through various channels. All it requires is diligent participation, an attitude of gratitude, an inclination to learning and sharing and a willingness to expand personal horizons.
FAQs
Which group is best for entrepreneurs?
Business Network International (BNI), Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), and Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) are some of the best groups for entrepreneurs.
Which social media is best for entrepreneurs?
StartupNation, Networking for Professionals, Founders Network, Founders Grid, and LinkedIn are some of the best social media groups for entrepreneurs.
Where can I find like-minded entrepreneurs?
Co-working spaces, Online Influencers, Conferences, Meetups for Creatives, and Networking Events.
