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Challenges
Northwest®
utilizes four major types of experiential programs and one
combination program,
These
programs lead to: TEAMBUILDING
They are differentiated according to their primary
learning goals and are designed to make you better equipped to "Thrive
Beyond Life's Uncertainties".
Developmental
Programs 
Developmental
programs change participant functional behavior and are about acting
differently. These are usually applied to intact groups/teams.
Transfer is emphasized, with activities tailored to the
organization’s culture. Program objectives are directly integrated
with organizational development goals. Client (human resource,
counselors, trainers, or teaching) professionals from the client have
roles as assistant facilitators in the program. As a result, the focus
of the program is the system shifting to support positive behavioral
change. Program length typically varies from two day to five days.
Organization size range from six to sixty. Activity group ratios are
about one facilitator to every eight participants. About one day is
devoted to needs analysis and about two days is given on program
design and setup. Facilitators equally divide their efforts between
delivering creative activity delivery (50%) and (50%) on debriefing.
The program disembarkation includes a follow up plan and is
transitioned over to client professionals who have been participating
throughout the program. Facilitators will keep unstructured discussion
to a minimum and utilize group guidance skills to conduct the critical
debriefing sessions.
Educational
Programs
Educational programs change participant thinking and are about
learning new skills. These are usually applied organization-wide so
that new skills learned are reinforced. Reflection is emphasized, with
activities tailored to the organization using general business
language. Program objectives are directly related to organizational
development goals. Client (human resource, counselors, trainers, or
teaching) professionals from the client may observe or consult in the
program, since they have the responsibility to sustain the transfer
learning. As a result, the focus of the session is positive change
with participants learning new skills, but the system that shapes
their thinking remains the same. Program length typically varies from
one day to three days. Organization size range from twelve to one
hundred twenty. Activity group ratios are about one facilitator to
every twelve participants. About a half day is devoted to needs
analysis and about one day is given on program design and setup.
Facilitators concentrate on delivering creative activity delivery
(75%) and (25%) on debriefing. The program disembarkation is
transitioned over to client professionals who have been observing
throughout the program. Facilitators will keep unstructured discussion
to a minimum and utilize group guidance skills to conduct the key
debriefing sessions.
Redirectional
Programs
Redirectional
programs change participants resisting or denying actions and are
about addressing dysfunction and correction. These are usually applied
to paired relationships or to individuals within intact groups.
Support is emphasized at the workplace or home. Activities are very
dynamic to adapt to unique participant needs. Program objectives are
seamlessly connected to organizational goals. Client professionals are
equal co-facilitators. As a result, everything in the participant’s
environment changes. Program length typically varies from two day to
five days. Organization size typically is under twenty. Activity group
ratios are about one facilitator to every five participants. At least
one full day is devoted to needs analysis and several days are given
on program design and setup. Facilitators divide their efforts between
delivering creative activity delivery (25%) and (75%) on debriefing.
The program includes an ongoing follow up plan and is integrated with
client professionals who will support the ongoing program.
Facilitators will keep unstructured discussion to a minimum and
utilize group guidance skills to conduct the critical debriefing
sessions.
Recreational
Programs
Recreational
programs change participant feelings and are about entertainment.
These programs are usually applied universally to any and all
participants. Hands-on action is emphasized and standard activities
remain unmodified or are the same for everyone. The program objectives are
disconnected from organizational development goals. As a result,
change is minimal with little or no long term impact on the individual
or organization. Program length typically varies from half day to two
days. Organization size range from small to very large. Activity group
ratios are about one facilitator to every twelve with a maximum of
twenty participants. Minimal needs analysis is done and about an hour
per day is given on program design and setup. Facilitators concentrate
on delivering fun activities and no debriefing is provided.
Recreational/Educational
Combination
Recreational/educational
programs change participants feelings, , change their outlook on life, and
address positive interaction among group members. New skills are
learned as participants enjoy the experience together. These programs are
usually applied universally to any and all participants. Hands-on
action is emphasized and standard activities remain unmodified or are the
same for everyone. The program objectives are disconnected from
organizational development goals and focused on the individual.
Program length typically varies from one day to three days or a series
of daily sessions each week over several months. Organization size
range from twelve to one hundred twenty. Activity group ratios are
about one facilitator to every twelve participants. About a half day
is devoted to needs analysis and about one day per session is given on
program design and setup. Facilitators concentrate on delivering
creative activity delivery (50%), (25%) on debriefing and (25%) on
having fun. The program disembarkation is transitioned over to client
professionals who have been observing throughout the program.
Facilitators will keep unstructured discussion to a minimum and
utilize group guidance skills to conduct the key debriefing sessions.
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jerry
All
of our programs provide our clients with a service to make their company
&/or organization better equipped to "Thrive
Beyond Life's Uncertainties".
Teambuilding
In
any business or organization many different types of teams are formed, virtual teams, project teams, task forces to
tackle a problem or project, ad noc committees, etc.. Many times teams are not
even recognized as being one. For several reasons, some teams get a
quick start while others flounder and lag behind. Team building training
means so many different things to people. It can mean building
relationships, activity programs, learning people skills, leadership,
accelerating change, merging cultures, kicking off new project teams,
incorporating different methods or new cultures, or
functionally forming groups. To
Challenges Northwest®
team building means stimulating individuals and groups to quickly
become highly effective as a team in order to create excellent results
for the organization. Challenges
Northwest® accelerates team performance by rapidly building critical
skills for any team's success!
Just
when is it a good time to do team building training? Do you have a
meeting coming up and are looking for a fun, interactive way to engage
the participants to bond, but to also tie in with what is being taught
at the meeting. We link business learning objectives with hands-on fun,
creative programs and lesson retention.
Teams
that must rapidly achieve outstanding results through outstanding
performance need Challenges Northwest®!
Teams go through a series of predictable stages before
arriving at their full potential. Challenges Northwest®
accelerates this process, quickly moving teams through these
stages toward peak performance. We work with teams of all shapes and
sizes; executive teams, project teams, sales teams, virtual teams or
just any group of people who must maximize their ability to work
together. We help them create clear objectives, effective communication
and healthy relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
Results:
Buy-in to Common Vision, Develop teamwork skills, build rapport,
empathy, trust & mutual understanding, leverage individual
contributions, experience sharing, have fun in an interactive team-based
experience.
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