Frequently Asked Questions

I know some of you will be disappointed to find this out, but there’s no acting, role play, sword waving or green tights in sight!

We do. We have delivered programmes across the world and in some rather unusual places, from a boat in Brussels, a room with a view of Kilimanjaro, sitting around a camp fire in the US to the National Gallery in Australia.

Click here to see where we’ve delivered our award-winning programmes.

We work with organisations of all sizes, from NHS Trusts to global multinationals. Click here to see who else we have worked with.

Contact us for a free discovery call. We’ll discuss your learning objectives and business goals and then take your through a themes and trends analysis to unlock any other underlying needs. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why we take the time to get to know you and find out what’s important for your organisation so that we can advise you on the best way forward.

Our approach combines classic stories of leadership with archetypal psychology, performance technique and organisational theory to help individuals and organisations unlock their potential, develop their personal and organisational narratives, and align their values, vision, and mission with those of their teams to promote organisational transformation.

This unique form of executive education takes leaders on a developmental journey exploring all types of leadership challenges in a way which is practical, relevant, long-lasting and profound.

Supporting organisations to develop better leaders is at the heart of what we do. To do this effectively, we work in partnership with you and become an extension of your business, embedding ourselves in your culture and ways of working so that our programmes have a relevant and long-lasting impact on your people and your organisation.
We have found that our approach creates a stickiness, a lasting change that resonates with those who are lucky enough to experience it. It is often said that successful people never stop learning, and we believe that’s true. The best way to achieve long term success is to continue nurturing and developing, and for people to carry on this journey throughout their careers. Embarking on a leadership development journey with us ensures leaders of today and tomorrow master the skills they need to manage effective and productive teams going forward.

People we work with describe the experience as life changing. We think they’re right.

The value from our training is felt immediately. By using experiential embodied learning the value comes from its ability to create a rich, multisensory, and immersive learning experience that goes beyond traditional classroom methods. Our learning emphasises the application of what you’ve learned to real life situations. It bridges the gap between theory and practice ensuring what you learn can transfer easily and effectively to new contexts.

Yes we do. As the sessions are tailored to your specific needs, all the exercises are based on those needs and use examples from your organisation. All our programmes are based around experiential learning that is relevant and relatable to your organisation. There are many small group and wider activities throughout all our programmes to make the learning more practical and relevant.

All our programme outlines are available here. However each of our programmes will be tailored to your specific needs so these may change depending on the programme chosen and your specific learning objectives.

Our approach uses the power of storytelling to engage participants in a way that traditional leadership development programmes can’t. Participants are immersed in the world of Shakespeare’s plays, and they explore the characters and themes in depth to gain a deeper understanding of leadership.

One of the key benefits of our approach is that it is highly experiential. Participants are not just learning about leadership; they are actively practicing it. Through experiential exercises and other activities, they have the opportunity to try out different leadership styles and techniques.

Another important aspect is that our training focuses on the emotional intelligence of leaders. Shakespeare’s plays are renowned for their exploration of human emotion, and the approach uses this to help leaders develop their own emotional and political intelligence. By understanding the emotions of others, leaders can become more effective at managing their teams and achieving their goals. It’s important to mention that we are not a Shakespeare appreciation society; there is no roleplay, acting required, or embarrassing elements. This is pure leadership using story as a case study.

We already work with some of our clients in this way. Becoming an extension of your organisation and using existing leadership models helps to convey a consistent approach to leadership.

All our programmes are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. If there are participants with disabilities we will ensure that’s taken into account when designing the programme and we will adjust the experiential exercises so that everyone is able to participate equally.

We’ve worked with clients all over the world, so working around different scheduling needs is not a problem. We also have team members based in different countries around the world, so we’ll work with you to understand what you need and provide the best solution that fits.

Our approach combines classic stories of leadership with archetypal psychology, performance technique and organisational theory to help individuals and organisations unlock their potential, develop their personal and organisational narratives, and align their values, vision, and mission with those of their teams to promote organisational transformation.

This unique form of executive education takes leaders on a developmental journey exploring all types of leadership challenges in a way which is practical, relevant, long-lasting and profound.

Initially we’ll have a discovery call with you to understand your learning objectives, what systems and processes you use and any nuances you would like included. We then work closely with you in the design and execution of the programme to ensure we get to know you, your business and your ways of working.

We’ve worked with many different organisations in a variety of industries over the years, but that doesn’t mean we think we know everything about your particular organisation so getting to know your needs and objectives is an important aspect of the design that we never skip over.

There is no short answer to this question, that’s why we have a dedicated team that can support you and speak directly to key stakeholders if needed. We’ve been delivering our programmes for over 20 years, so let us explain what we do.

People have described our programmes as ‘life changing’ and ‘transformational’.

I know some of you will be disappointed to find this out, but there’s no acting, role play, sword waving or green tights in sight!

All of our programmes use experiential learning so that participants can practice what they’ve learned in a safe environment and embody that learning, before taking their learning back into the workplace.

We work with organisations of all sizes, from NHS Trusts to global multinationals. Click here to see who else we have worked with.

Absolutely. We have worked in partnership with a number of organisations and delivered both individual and longer term interventions as part of in-house academy programmes.

Our programmes are flexible enough to be effective on their own or be included as part of wider organisational development initiatives.

Find out more here.

We already work with some of our clients in this way. Becoming an extension of your organisation and using existing leadership models helps to convey a consistent approach to leadership.

All our programmes are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. If there are participants with disabilities we will ensure that’s taken into account when designing the programme and we will adjust the experiential exercises so that everyone is able to participate equally.

The ROI depends on what your learning objectives are, but include Improved leadership skills such as communication, decision making and strategic thinking. Increased employee engagement, future proofing leadership, improved organisational culture that aligns with your mission and vision, increased employee satisfaction, increased productivity, improved team morale, leadership succession planning and increased teamwork.

There are lots of opportunities, from further programmes, to developing a deeper understanding of individual archetypes, group coaching and feedback sessions.

Get in touch to discuss these opportunities in more detail.

We understand that one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why we take the time to get to know you and find out what’s important for your organisation and tailor our programmes accordingly.

Our unique approach leverages the power of storytelling, archetypal psychology, theatre and organisational development theory to provide you with an experiential learning experience that is practical, relevant, long lasting and profound. Participants have described our training as life-changing, we think they’re right.

We’ve worked with clients all over the world, so working around different scheduling needs is not a problem. We also have team members based in different countries around the world, so we’ll work with you to understand what you need and provide the best solution that fits.

Our approach combines classic stories of leadership with archetypal psychology, performance technique and organisational theory to help individuals and organisations unlock their potential, develop their personal and organisational narratives, and align their values, vision, and mission with those of their teams to promote organisational transformation.

This unique form of executive education takes leaders on a developmental journey exploring all types of leadership challenges in a way which is practical, relevant, long-lasting and profound.

Initially we’ll have a discovery call with you to understand your learning objectives, what systems and processes you use and any nuances you would like included. We then work closely with you in the design and execution of the programme to ensure we get to know you, your business and your ways of working.

We’ve worked with many different organisations in a variety of industries over the years, but that doesn’t mean we think we know everything about your particular organisation so getting to know your needs and objectives is an important aspect of the design that we never skip over.

Absolutely. We have worked in partnership with a number of organisations and delivered both individual and longer term interventions as part of in-house academy programmes.

Our programmes are flexible enough to be effective on their own or be included as part of wider organisational development initiatives.

Find out more here.

Archetypes are the underlying patterns of human behaviour that are, often invisibly, ‘running the show’. They tell us who we are and how we show ourselves to the world. The better you understand and use them, the more effective you will be.

It’s important to know the archetypes that can shape your values and actions. By understanding how they work you can increase your effectiveness and satisfaction at work and in life. We combine archetypes into our programmes as it provides a comprehensive framework to recognise and identify ‘what’s going on’ in each of us as individuals, teams, and larger organisational systems.

APR stands for Archetypal Preference Report. The APR is a 100 question assessment that unlocks an individuals archetypal pattern. By identifying these patterns, you can determine a more ‘future fit’ version of yourself or your team. We then work with participants to create a development plan to reach that ‘future fit’ goal. The plan allows individuals and teams to better understand each other and how best to approach certain situations. Once the APR is completed the individual will have a one hour debrief and coaching session with one our team.

The APR shows what your preferences are right now, but also allows you to understand and develop into what you want or need to be. It’s a development tool rather than a label. The APR also allows the individual to gain further insights into their gifts as well as their shadows.

When a whole team completes an APR we are able to see the make up of that team and what each individual contributes, and understand if there a deficit in the team/individual that may be limiting their capabilities/growth or execution.