Leadership Retreats

Unmuted presses the pause button and places you, the leader, in an environment that encourages clear, calm thinking, with the guidance of an experienced coach and leader.

Personal and professional growth always requires accepting the risk of trying new things. Unmuted invites you to leave your comfort zone and familiarities for the wildness of rural Scotland.

As Braveheart once declared, this is “Freedom!”

PERSONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

EQ LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Emotional Intelligence training strengthens your ability to manage the emotions of yourself and those around you. Leading to clearer communication, better decision making and healthier relationships.

1-2-1
COACHING

Immerse yourself in a coaching programme that is tailored to your specific needs and goals, be challenged and grow with an experienced coach, industry leader and care specialist.

POWERFUL
ENVIRONMENT

Escape your day-to-day environment and experience formative moments that get you out of the 'safe zone', out of the known to venture into unexplored places and confront the unexpected, the new.

BREAK OUT OF BOARDROOM THINKING

A tailored five day 1-2-1 retreat for personal coaching and development

prescriptive to your requirements.

Situated in rural Scotland with the sea to one side and meadows to the other, our environment fosters a connection with nature that allows you to reconnect with yourself. Escaping the noise of everyday life, you will learn to hear yourself again.

A blend of coaching and training in our countryside cabin and outside in our hearty natural landscape. We adopt a circular method that is formed by the phases of experiencing, reflecting, thinking and acting. It breaks you out of your current patterns and thinking to dig deep, learn more and revitalise your drive and desire to lead.

ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?

WHAT WILL THIS TRAINING GIVE ME?

This deeply immersive coaching experience leaves you with more than just personal insights and a deeper connection with your true self.

A man in a tuxedo stands at a podium giving a speech

Previous participants have gone on to:

Deliver organisational culture change
Master their professional speaking power
Develop powerful influence in their professional networks
Unlock personal, professional and brand reputation blockers
Overcome limiting beliefs
Lead with authenticity and authority
Become supercommunicators

Success Stories

“Gary is an exceptional talent.

I cannot over-emphasise the capabilities of Gary in all

his undertakings which

he has undertaken for

The WRIGHT Foundation.

He is pure magic

- a true professional."

Murdo Wallace

"I've worked with Gary on many occasions over the last 15 years. He not only more than lives up to his myriad endorsements, he's a thoroughly nice bloke who does what he says on the tin. If you get a chance to use him,

grab it!"

Mike Bersin

"Gary was the organiser of a very successful concert and fundraising evening. His professionalism from start to finish was impeccable.

He always takes time to develop a good relationship with the people he works with and it shows in the high quality service delivery."

David Wilson-Wynne

Ready to grow?

BOOK YOUR LEADERSHIP RETREAT

Leadership Retreats FAQ

WHAT MAKES OUR LEADERSHIP RETREAT VALUABLE?

What makes this different from other types of gatherings? A retreat isn't a retreat without four elements:

separation (you must leave something behind);
intent (you must seek something beyond relaxation);
whole-person engagement (your mind, heart, and body must participate); and
narrative shape (you meander through openings, spiral into deeper questions, and ultimately explode into new patterns of seeing).

These elements distinguish a true retreat from its imposters.

Our setting on the East Scottish coast with the option of accommodation type at your choosing gives you the perfect blend of coaching, discovery and retreat.

WHAT RETREATS ARE AVAILABLE?

Individual Retreats and small group retreats are for one or two people.

Group Retreats for leadership and C-Suite teams can be arranged for up to eight people.

HOW LONG DOES A RETREAT LAST?

All Unmuted retreats are bespoke to your needs. That could be EQ and Leadership, Communication, Presentation or taking time out to plan communication or change-management strategy for your organisation away from the distractions and pressures of being physically in or close to your business.

For individuals travelling from outside Scotland, we suggest day one travelling, days two to four, depending on individual coaching requirements, a mixture of theoretical and practical learning in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland.

WHAT DOES A BESPOKE RETREAT LOOK LIKE?

Your leadership retreat starts with a phone consultation to determine your needs, aims and expectations.

I will craft a bespoke retreat that is tailored to your objectives. We will blend coaching sessions in both indoor and outdoor settings. These settings will inspire creative thinking, reflection, introspection, provide challenge and clarity.

The local hotels, cafes and restaurants will cater for our lunches, and you are free to choose how to spend you evenings.

if you wish to incorporate specific activities into your time with us, please make sure to mention this during your consultation.

WHAT IF I LIVE IN SCOTLAND?

If you are based in Scotland, the coaching days can be split over a number of days, depending on your geographical location.

WHAT ABOUT ACCOMMODATION?

Where you wish to stay is completely down to personal choice and budget.. You may choose to stay at one of our recommended local bed and breakfast or Air B&B partners. There are options to stay at comfortable budget hotels in Dundee or if you enjoy four/five-star luxury, a game of golf or leisure time in a spa, you may choose The Gleneagles Hotel, The Fairmont Hotel in St Andrews, The Carnoustie Golf Hotel and Spa or The Lands of Loyal Hotel in Alyth.

Accommodation can be arranged for larger groups if required.

WHAT ABOUT TRANSPORT LINKS TO YOUR RETREAT?

If you are flying to Dundee, Aberdeen, Edinburgh or Glasgow, we recommend car hire.

If you are travelling by train to Dundee or Arbroath, we will be delighted to meet you when you arrive.

Travelling to the outdoor destinations is organised by Unmuted as are all lunch arrangements, depending on your dietary requirements.

IF I'M ATTENDING A 1-2-1 CAN I BRING MY PARTNER OR FAMILY?

Yes, absolutely. You can bring your partner, your family, a friend and the family pet. Your companion will be free to do what they wish during the day while you further enhance your skills and abilities, while you enjoy their company in the evening.

We will help you plan your visit from start to finish.