Retreats That Drive Strategy
Hosting a partner summit for a global team requires more than presentations—it calls for clarity, emotional connection, and follow-through.
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Unforgettable Retreat Locations
For distributed teams, choosing a retreat destination that feels special can spark excitement long before the trip begins. In this episode, Meredith from Resource Guru shares how her team’s retreat to Cape Town, South Africa became a milestone moment for connection and culture. The experience included jaw-dropping scenery, vintage car rides, penguin encounters, and shared meals in Camps Bay—all of which helped the team bond beyond their day-to-day work. For a company spread across the U.K. and Europe, the retreat offered not just an opportunity to gather but to create memories that continue to strengthen relationships long after returning home. This episode is perfect for teams considering destination retreats and looking for ideas on how to make the travel investment unforgettable for employees.
Bringing Balance to Retreats
Retreats are often packed with strategy sessions and team-building activities, but what about supporting the physical and mental well-being of attendees? In this episode, Jordan Carroll, founder of Unlocked Authority, shares why wellness elements like saunas, ice baths, and nutritious food can transform a company retreat. Jordan explains how maintaining healthy routines during travel leads to better focus, energy, and connection among team members. He also introduces creative ways to use wellness spaces—like facilitating “hot topics” discussions in the sauna and icebreaker questions in cold plunges—to spark deeper conversations and build stronger relationships. For leaders planning offsites or team retreats, this episode highlights how wellness isn’t just a perk; it’s a catalyst for higher engagement and better outcomes.
Team Building That Works
Company retreats should energize everyone—not just the extroverts. In this episode, Meaghan Williams from HubSpot shares her approach to planning team-building activities that account for different personality types and preferences. Meaghan emphasizes the importance of starting with input from employees themselves. By sending out pre-retreat surveys to understand food preferences, activity comfort levels, and even timing preferences, her team ensures that retreats are inclusive and accessible. This approach allows employees to show up as their best selves, fostering a deeper sense of belonging and engagement during the event. For people leaders planning retreats for diverse teams, Meaghan’s insight provides a practical model for balancing fun with inclusivity so everyone leaves feeling connected and valued.
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