Short Courses
Testimonials
What previous participants say about the Short Courses:
"When I signed up for the Clore Leadership Course I was actually very apprehensive. I had expecations that the course would teach me how to lead in a particular way and with a specific style. I was fairly certain that this style of leadership would be outside of my comfort zone. I was also anxious everyone else attending the course would be coming from thriving organisations, whereas I was coming from a struggling organisation with some big issues. The course showed me that there are a multitude of ways to lead, with a myriad of different leading styles. I came away from the course feeling much more confident about my own abilities and much more able to deal with a range of situations. I also discovered on the course a set of professionals many of whom were struggling with similar issues to myself. I would thoroughly recommend the whole experience."
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"The group of participants were fantastic - very open and inclusive - with a great mix of organisations, sectors and career stages. A really challenging and thoughtful space that was created by the facilitators to allow people to stretch into and learn from the presenters, as well as each other."
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"For me the first week was about breaking everything down, assumptions, perceptions etc. and the second was about re-building. It was certainly a far more personal and intense experience than I had expected, which was wonderful. It felt so cleverly and intuitively put together that I felt safe enough to go with the flow which is very unusual for me."
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"The most important lession I learnt was that I can only manage my work life if I am managing my home life. This insight and tactics and tips to achieve this have proved invaluable since Clore 32 and have improved both my home and work life immeasurably. The most useful two weeks you'll ever spend away from work!"
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"It is an extraordinary experience - not always easy mind but the course is so skilfully put together and I can genuinely feel the change in me since my return to work."
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"At the end of the course, I said to the group that I feel that I know myself both better and less now (if that makes sense) and that I have lots of potential skills and strength to draw on for my work in the future. I'd say it was a unique and invaluable 'time and space' course to think and find out about myself."
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"When I applied to take part in the Clore Short Course, I said I wanted a transformational experience and I got it! The supportive learning environment on the course meant it felt safe to take risks, be honest and try new things. The frank discussions with distinguished cultural leaders were inspiring and confidence-boosting, and I gained new understanding in key areas like finance management and governance from experts. Most of all, I left the course with a deeper understanding of myself, my strengths, the effect I have on others and a determination and confidence to be the leader I want to be."
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"The Clore Short Course provided me with a much needed break from my role within a busy organisation. Two weeks away from work and home is an exciting and daunting prospect, but I need not have worried. The schedule, although intense, provides you with an experience like no other. I met 24 other amazing individuals and the bonding experience across the 2 weeks was an unexpected delight. There is something on the course for every participant, no matter your level of expertise or seniority within any given organisation, and often there is representation from a whole range of organisations and sectors, including individuals running their own companies through to aspiring managers from larger organisations.
The facilitation is truly excellent, and you feel guided through the course day by day as your personal journey evolves. Two weeks away really did give me a whole new perspective on myself, my job and my future aspirations. I would wholeheartedly recommend the course to anyone who is interested in personal and leadership development. My advice would be to throw yourself in at the deep end as you really will reap the benefits if you do. The course for me included my first ever performance on my accordian (!) through to a real acceptance about my strenghts, weaknesses and capabilities. It gave me the confidence to give myself permission to acknowledge what I am good at, and where I might go in the future, something which I have struggled with in the past. In addition, I have since met up with several of the participants in both a personal and professional environment, and I feel there is a support network I can call on when things go wrong or when I feel myself slipping into bad habits, dealing with difficult situations or when I develop negative thought patterns. But don't take my word for it, just apply!"
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