We support leaders to mindfully steward the human-nature and business relationship for a flourishing future.
“It has caused me to reflect on who I am as a leader and how my leadership impacts those who I lead in a positive way. It was truly life changing.”
Flourish: Beyond Wellbeing Workshop
Drawing from the rich tapestry of social sciences, particularly the in the realms of positive psychology, neuroscience and current research, participants embark on a profound exploration into what it takes to be at their best. Through interactive sessions and experiential learning, attendees are equipped with an array of invaluable tools and insights, fostering a holistic approach to physical vitality, mental fortitude, and emotional equilibrium.
With a shift in mindset, gained wisdom and practical strategies, individuals emerge from this transformative experience with a heightened self-awareness and a renewed energy for personal and professional growth. With the knowledge gained of how to build enduring resilience, they are poised to not only navigate challenges but to thrive across every facet of their lives."
3 pillars of our approach
Wellbeing and Beyond: Flourishing is the optimal state for performance and growth and lies beyond the traditional ‘hygiene’ factor of employee well-being to include; physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
Restoring the Balance: The ability to embrace difference and include diverse perspectives and ways of working is critical to ensure the full human potential of all people is available across the organisation.
Unifying People: Building webs of co-operation that connect and support people versus the siloed mentality and competition in teams. Embedding purpose, shared values and agreed principles across the business.
“The two primary elements of Grace and Resilience co-exist as a condition for dynamic, creative and powerful feminine leadership”
Leading with Grace & Resilience Retreat
Rare are the times when we pause to reflect, take time out of our ‘busyness’ or step away from or work to regain perspective, reorientate the direction of our lives and reconnect to what matters most. Living a life of meaning and purpose is one of the highest human aspirations and ‘retreating’ is an opportunity to reconnect, renew and remind yourself of the promise you made when you still had your imagination and dreams in tact. This retreat is an opportunity for you to invest designated time and space to rediscover your promise to live your best life, to lead from your truth and leave with new practices to ensure that promise you made to yourself and the commitment to your organisation, is fulfilled.
This five-day transformative retreat is for women who are ready to embody the qualities needed for creating a new paradigm of leadership. It is an exploration into the dynamic flow of Grace and Resilience, which is both relevant and necessary to create the enterprise of the future. We are redefining the paradigm of powerful leadership to shape the future.
“This course has been the most enlightening work I have experienced personally, at the soul level and practically as it’s applied in my daily outer world.”
The 12 Virtues of Soulful Leadership
The virtues are not a prescriptive way of acting, in order to become a virtuous person, but a way of being in the world that is deeply sourced from your connection to soul, your true and authentic self. Whether leading your life or an organisation when you are living life from an innate knowing as to why you are here at this time, with clarity on the purpose you are here to serve, then fulfilment and satisfaction prevail. Soulful leadership arises from a deep connection with oneself and others. It involves leading from a place of inner wisdom, guided by intuition, listening to the heart and staying true to one’s personal integrity.
The 12 Virtues bring alive the qualities that great philosophers, sages and spiritual teachers have spoken of, that enable us to be the best version of ourselves. This work has been developed by Karen Downes into a modern-day interpretation of a very old philosophy and teaching, making the work accessible and practical for our daily lives and leadership. It is intended to take us out of the dark into the light, transform our human tendencies toward the negative, and strengthen us for the journey ahead.
“I worked with Karen for several years, in different businesses and she has played many roles - from personal coach to a global scale driver of behavioural change. I have never met a person who connects so rapidly and deeply to a person or a group as Karen.”
Bespoke Leadership Programmes
Unlock the full potential of your people with one of our bespoke programmes, crafted to propel you from your current state to the desired future. By challenging cultural norms that have constrained the business, initiating constructive dialogue and inclusive conversations, we instill a sense of inspiration that change is possible. Often this requires pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible for your organization.
Our approach is rooted in a fusion of timeless wisdom from philosophy, cutting-edge insights from neuroscience, and the transformative power of positive psychology. With over four decades of experience in the human potential movement, we bring unparalleled expertise in driving lasting change and cultivating thriving cultures.
From strategic visioning to practical implementation, we offer a comprehensive methodology tailored to your unique needs. Through meticulous diagnosis, collaborative design, and immersive learning experiences, we empower you to turn knowledge into profound understanding. Together, we will pave the way to a future where your people flourish and your organisation prospers.
“The Flourish Initiative team supported us through a transformational development programme at Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Holidays, that touched hearts and minds…despite 49 programmes and 1600 participants, their energy and spirit to make a difference never faltered!”
— Kate O’Connor Leadership Development Consultant, Virgin Atlantic
“People were moved and inspired by your presentation, you touched our hearts and opened our minds!”
Speaking
Within the realm of public speaking, inspiration serves as the cornerstone of engagement and connection. Yet, amidst the vast landscape of ideas and narratives, it's the authentic personal stories that I know captivates audiences and ignites imagination.
In a world of uncertainty, where the future is unpredictable, more than mere motivation, people yearn for genuine human experiences that resonate deeply within their souls and offer new possibilities. It's in these moments of shared vulnerability and triumph that true inspiration thrives, fostering an atmosphere ripe for transformation.
Personal stories can serve as a beacon of hope, especially when they are sourced from a lived experience. It's through the authentic sharing of triumphs, failures, rising time and time again that we can inspire change and cultivate a collective sense of resilience and optimism in the face of adversity.
Let’s embrace the transformative power of storytelling, to unlock the potential that resides within each of us as to shape the future.