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Find your Compass

1-day experience

compass /ˈkʌmpəs/, noun, is an instrument containing a magnetized pointer which shows the direction of magnetic north and bearings from it. We use it in a metaphorical sense and it describes the direction of your life, your why, your true north. When you are lost or stuck in life or career, it's often because you don't know where you are headed. Or you used to know the direction but somehow that past direction doesn't make sense any more and you are lost. Or something unexpected happened and everything has changed and you are no longer who you were before. Wherever you are, being clear about what's important to you, what brings meaning, your Compass, will help you get back on track. This is what this workshop is about.

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After much exploration, research and testing, we are excited to bring a 1-day experience to you where we combine personal development and walking in nature. We are passionate about the impact of coaching can have on people and the multiple benefits of walking, so we decided to combine the 2 in a meaningful way that is unique. Well, we think it is! Come along, try it and let us know what you think...

 

We believe our offering is unique because: 

  • You will have an experience that will change you and will never forget.

  • Our workshop is practical and highly experiential like many others. We, however, pride ourselves with the attention to every little detail and how we deliver it, so you have a unique experience.

  • The highest participant-facilitator ratio we know of: there will be 4-6 participants & 3-4 facilitators, so you get unparalleled personal attention.

  • We have tried and tested everything we share with you. Trust us on this: through our own growth journey, we have been there and know what it feels like when you are lost, stuck and need help to change stuff. We are there to help you find or re-align with your life-compass.

  • Our venues are hand-picked to support your learning, your walks and your well-being. Even the food has been carefully chosen to best aid your health.

  • We will donate 50% of our profits to our favourite causes, so not only you benefit from the program but nature will too.

Why should I attend?

This is for you if you:

  • Are stuck or lost in any area of life (in your career, in your health or in a relationship);

  • Are going through a transition, a new change or phase of life? Or if you feel like everything is up in the air and you don't know what to do next;

  • Had enough and want to invest in yourself to make the right choices in life;

  • Want to get away from it all for a day and treat yourself with time, peace and quiet;

  • Get some fresh air and light exercise in nature;

 

What will you get?

  • Clarity & learning  - You will understand your values and needs, and learn how they impact your actions and behaviours. This will enable you to get unstuck and make conscious decisions in life.

  • Time & space to think about how well you live your values. You will reflect on what happens when your values are fulfilled or violated and how you are doing with these today.

  • Personal coaching - You will go deep and crystallise your personal values with a 1 hr 1:1 coaching with a qualified professional coach.

  • Calm & energy - You will feel calmer, focused, re-energised and connected with yourself and nature. 

  • Exercise & new friends - You will have some fun and a great walk in the fresh air with like-minded individuals.

 

Who should attend?

  • Anyone who is interested in developing themselves and never had the opportunity to do this before. Or if you are looking to try something different.

  • Individual contributors who would like to progress their careers faster and towards the right direction.

  • Managers & leaders who would like to invest in their leadership, emotional and social intelligence.

  • Teams who would like to get to know each other better and want to deepen relationships.

  • HR and Talent leaders who are curious about a different & holistic approach to development.

  • Parents who want to take a day out for themselves to recharge, to think and to re-align.

  • Entrepreneurs and start-ups who want to get clear on their business direction.

 

What is the pre-work?

  • Reflection and pre-read: there will be some pre-work to be completed prior to arrival that requires you to read, write and reflect about your life & values to date. (~2 hrs)

  • Have the right gear: we will be walking on footpaths, which are often muddy, so make sure you have the right footwear and waterproofs. 

What does the day look like?

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Group size & facilitators:

  • We believe in small group learning, so our workshops will have min. 4 and max 6 participants to ensure personal attention and focus.

  • Therefore there will be 2-3 professional coaches with us depending on the size of the group. Our coaches are trusted partners and have been hand-picked for their talent in coaching individuals around values & purpose in life.

  • And 1 guide for the walk, so we don't get lost and walk safely.

 

A rough agenda (subject to change based on the level of the group):

9.00 - 9.30 - Arrival, coffee, tea, snacks

9.30 - 10.00 - Welcome

  • Intro and get to know each other

  • Group agreements

  • Logistics

10.00 - 12.00 - Explore your Compass (learn and reflect)

  • Values levels, what are they and how they work

  • Neurological levels, how your brain works and creates meaning

  • Prioritising your values

  • Mindful communication and language techniques

  • Walking prep - mindful walking, breathing, listening to intuition and exploring mindset

12.00 - 13.00 - Lunch & route briefing

  • Lunch is buffet style with vegan and gluten free choices. Other requests are also catered for.

  • Route briefing, rules and safety

  • Gear check

13.00 - 16.00 - Refine your Compass (3 hrs walk and coach)

  • 1 hr 1:1 coaching session with a coach

  • 2 hrs walk and group conversations

16.00 - 17.00 - Cake, debrief and close

  • A well-deserved cake and coffee / tea on arrival

  • Group debrief, learnings, takeaways

  • Follow-up activities &  suggestions

  • Feedback

17.00 - Depart

When and where is it?

See our dates and venues below

How do I get there?

All our venues are easily accessible by train or car from London. Please see details in the events.

 

Want to stay overnight?

You are welcome to organise your stay around the venues yourself.

How much? 

As this is our first workshop we are offering our participants a lower rate. Your investment is £350 + VAT (instead of £420 + VAT) per person, which includes the pre-work, the morning workshop, 1 hr personal coach, 3 hrs guided walk, coffee/tea, snack, cake and a nutritious lunch. Not included: your overnight room if you want to stay, any additional gear you might need to buy.

What's next?

Register below or if you have any questions, please contact us on ihaveaquestion@gekko.consulting

Upcoming events

  • Find your Compass - Missenden Abbey
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    New date will be announced later
    Missenden Abbey & the Chilterns
    New date will be announced later
    Missenden Abbey & the Chilterns
    Find your Compass! (Re-)connect with nature! Get coached by a professional coach! Walk with us in the Chilterns!
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