“The curious spectators, frontline managers who have come to the ranch

for an unusual management training seminar, drink in Wood’s words.

They will leave for home enlightened, believing what they’ve seen might

help them become better bosses - maybe even better parents.”

The Washington Post, May 20, 2002

This innovative professional development program focuses on the interpersonal skills and practices necessary to establish relationships based on mutual trust and respect.  Horse Sense for Leaders has meaningful applications for both individual and organizational effectiveness. People benefit from this unique program if they seek better ways to:

·         Effectively communicate needs and expectations

·         Establish a shared understanding of goals and priorities

·         Gain commitment and increase motivation

·         Build trust and gain respect

·         Develop meaningful partnerships with employees, colleagues, and customers

Horse Sense for Leaders relies on the learning available from a contemporary approach to building a relationship between horse and human – one that emphasizes the development of a willing partnership rather than submission and control. These relationship-building methods have direct implications for the quality and productivity of our relationships in the workplace.  Our horseman, Louis Wood, owner of Mountainview Ranch, is an exemplary role model of these practices and principles, and powerful insights are there for the discovering.

This program can be customized to meet your organization's interests and needs by focusing on such areas as:

·         Leadership

·         Teambuilding

·         Managing change

·         Communication

·         Customer service

·         Performance management and productivity

Contact us to inquire about availability and to receive a detailed Fact Sheet, including program formats, goals and objectives, and testimonials as well as rates and other cost considerations:

John Lord

Lord/Thompson Associates, LLC

(434) 962-0219

johnlord@ntelos.net

Participants routinely describe this program as the most powerful and meaningful learning opportunity they have ever encountered.  Experience Horse Sense for Leaders for yourself and find out why one corporate vice president recently told us:

"This presentation challenges you to reconsider your assumptions about building productive relationships in the workplace. In this way, this program is unlike any other I have attended. Thank you."