CUSTOM PROGRAM FAQS Custom leadership programs come in all shapes and sizes. Here are a few of the most common questions about leadership development programs.
Where should we hold our leadership development program?
Impact and convenience are factors to consider when deciding upon a location for your program. Holding your program out of the office presents several advantages. Removing participants from their routines and distractions that pop up at work can increase their focus on the experience. Different surroundings trigger different ways of thinking and promote alternative perspectives that enrich learning for everyone. Whether it’s a university, which naturally fosters a spirit of education, or a retreat, conference center, or hotel, leaving the office adds a level of intention to the program that benefits participants. Conversely, holding your program onsite can offer logistical advantages, especially when there are multiple schedules to juggle and additional considerations – i.e., when the program is scheduled alongside business activities like annual meetings. That being said, offices would still need space for catering, breakout sessions, and for participants to stretch their legs. Offsite facilities normally have such capacity.
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