Over the past decade, the strategic planning process has significantly transformed. Gone are the days of rigid, multi-year plans that are set in stone. McKinsey recently reported about a game-changing shift in how companies are re-forecasting more frequently. This evolution provides organizations with benefits in both leadership and talent development: 1. Adaptability to Market Changes: … Read More
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The All-Inclusive Advantage: Planning Your Next Retreat at Stone Cottage
When curating transformative experiences for executive teams, venue selection can be the difference between an impactful program and one that falls short of expectations. Partnering with Stone Cottage provides an all-inclusive venue with world-class amenities, a professional services team, expert facilitators, and an incredible locale that will help guarantee your success. Exclusive Access to World-Class … Read More
5 Reasons to Book Your Retreat at The Stone Cottage at Serenbe
In an increasingly fragmented world, the power of in-person connections has never been more important. As technology continues to accelerate the pace of work and drive an always-on culture, strategic retreats offer an invaluable platform for intentional human interaction, leadership development, team alignment, and forward-thinking strategic planning. But the ultimate success of a retreat may … Read More
Discover Springtime in Serenbe
As the days get longer with the Serenbe hills basking in sunlight, April, May and June are packed with activities, events and outings in our own backyard. Let’s get out to enjoy the warmer weather, local food and festivities with family and friends! Look at all we have to offer and plan to enjoy the … Read More
Holiday Highlights and Happenings in Serenbe
Make the season merry and bright for family and friends: Celebrate the holidays in Serenbe Style with spectacular, local food, wine, and gifts. View our upcoming festivities through yearend. Thursday, Nov. 23 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thanksgiving Dining: Enjoy a local turkey dinner or the regular menu at The Hill, which is open … Read More
The Power of Peer Groups During Uncertain Times
By Joseph Bowers, CEO of The CREATiON Companies I’ve spent most of my career working with peer groups who share a common connection and come together to support one another. From executive leadership to wealth preservation to faith-based communities, these groups provide a foundation of support for their group members. In times of uncertainty, much … Read More
Charting New Terrain: Planning a Successful Executive Retreat as a Newly Appointed CEO
One of the first roles of an incoming CEO is building trust with your C-suite. One of the most effective ways to do this is spending strategic time away from the office to learn more about the team and to understand the pain points and opportunities they face in both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy. … Read More
Planning Executive Retreats: The Strategic Value of External Facilitators
As the business landscape continues to become more complex and competitive, the importance of strategic leadership has never been more crucial. Executives at the helm of businesses are tasked with making decisions that drive the direction of their organizations, and their ability to do so effectively hinges on their understanding of the current market, industry … Read More
Fostering Active Participation During Leadership Retreats
For many businesses, July mark a period of both reflection and forward-thinking. The halfway point of the calendar year typically includes a review of physical, financial, and day-to-day operations. Mid-year check-ins are held with individual employees, departmental goals are revisited, and retreats and offsites provide an opportunity for strategic visioning. Mid-year offsites serve as an … Read More
How to Manage Effective Executive Meetings: Starting and Ending With Impact
In today’s always-on, continuously transforming business world, executives are inundated with meetings, which are becoming increasingly virtual. From strategy sessions, board meetings, performance reviews, project updates, fiscal planning, investor meetings, and crisis management, senior leaders are often running from one meeting to the next, leaving little time for purposeful, deep connections with the entire C-team … Read More