LEADERSHIP WILD RESET SCOTLAND

Margo Strijbosch
Director Erasmus Research Services, Erasmus University Rotterdam

”A year ago, I took part in the Leadership Reset Rewild in Scotland. It has been an experience that stays with me every single day. Navigating the Scottish landscape, I encountered both limitations and opportunities, which helped me understand my strengths and how to tackle challenges. Coaching sessions provided timely guidance, nudging me in the direction when I needed it most. Sometimes it was hard work – but therein lies the beauty: I was and still am genuinely proud of what I achieved, and the hard work reminded me again of who I am at the core. There was professional guidance from experienced guides, enabling me to trust that I was in good hands. The journey provided me with insights that I can still tap into daily. Now, when I face challenges, whether in my personal life or at work, I mentally transport myself back to the Scottish landscape and contemplate how I would address that issue within that terrain.”

10 – 16 May 2025

7 Days

Wild Reset

Min 4 max 6

Price in the booklet

The Journey

Growing your Leadership by growing your Robustness & Resilience

How are the bearings of my compass? How well can I hold on to my course? How stable am I on a slippery track? How much adversity can I deal with? When my legs burn, my breath screams? I have said yes and have the ambition to make it! But how robust and resilient am I? Will/ do/can I stand the heat of the climb, the wetness of pouring rain?

You’re invited to join us on an outdoor track in remote and rewarding territory. To go inside and outside. Our thoughts, our talks, our steps will lead us into the Scottish West-Coast mountain-wilderness. Over animal tracks, shitty ground, rocky sort-of-paths, ridges with steep sides. The track will be as real as it will be metaphorical. Because we will be talking whilst walking.

Together we will reflect upon ourselves, on who each of us is, or -better said- who we have become. We will support each other in asking ourselves profound questions. Questions like: “Why do I (not) do what I (not want to) do? How have I become who I am today? Which are critical life-experiences? How do they impact me? Do I still like who I am? On what yes, on what not? What is authentic and what is conditioning? How does it all show in my leadership, in my work-life, my private-life? In the ambition I have? The inspiration I seek? Am I still confident with the path I take? Profound questions, all geared to reset my bearings and grow my inner comfort. Questions which are perfectly and especially suited for the rough and wild environment we’ll be cruising.

Practical

Participants are executives, entrepreneurs and people with aspirations. What’s included?

  • full week program, exploring off the beaten track, inside and outdoor
  • two nights B&B and 4 nights wild camp
  • three guides, both for the outdoor as well as for the inner journey
  • group gear; tents, tarps, safety communication, medical kit, cooking gear, water filters
  • food and drinks; breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, tea for all week
  • transportation in Scotland; trains, ferry, private buses
  • extensive 24/7 backup support from the office

Excluded is traveling to/from Glasgow, personal outdoor gear and your travel insurance.

Dates

10 -16 May 2025

Theme and levels

The theme of this journey is ‘Leadership Reset’. You are invited to reflect on your leadership and use nature as a metaphor and source of inspiration. We will be off the grid, away from known structures, away from home, from our bed, our shower, from our habits, away from the everyday entertainment. We leave telephones and watches behind – where we are is anyhow no reception (we’re connected to home by an emergency – satellite phone). Meanwhile we create a setting to let go of the issues of the day. We use the simplicity of the outdoors and the forces of nature as a driver for a reset. Every day will be filled with new insights from cruising the land, from challenging questions, from reflecting inside, from our continued discussions. Not your usual work week or ‘day-in-the-office’.

The most important entry requirement for this trip is a healthy body, an open attitude and a bit of the character. But the days are intensive and physical. Not only do we move every day, we also run the outdoor camp together. Along the way things are simple and still hard work. A day trip contains around 15 kilometers and can also increase in the number of altimeters. The terrain can be heavy and sometimes impassable and moving could be slow. In addition, the weather in Knoydart-Scotland is unpredictable and it can rain a lot. In combination with the lack of shelter and quite a load in the backpack, participation in this trip requires a good fitness level. Experience with (wild) camping is not necessary. We guide you through this raw and untouched landscape and provide you with the skills necessary to move self sufficient and comfortably through the environment. Trust the process.

On participation we will do a twofold intake, whereby we will focus on your goal & intention and secondly the gear & preparations.

The team

Arri

Arri

Boaz

Boaz

Nick Rewild

Nick

‘We’ are a group of 4-6 participants and 3 guides. Participants are senior leaders and high potentials. All of us have dreams and bruises. The guides facilitate the journey across the mountains as much as the inner journey. What we all have in common is a longing for inspiration in our lives and deeper self-awareness. For living life to the fullest. We are all open for reflection, for sharing, for mutual support and for challenging our ego. We long to take that next step in self-leadership to be a force for positive change in our circles at work and at home. Read more about the guides in the booklet.

Travel program

Travel day

We arrive in Glasgow where we will repack our bags and head north to the more remote regions of the Highlands. Early next morning we leave the mainland by ferry to enter a remote and wild peninsula, where we start the journey and start our conversations.

Wild journey

Day 2 to 6 are days of intensive tracking and continued talking. Every day, every new track, brings us through old forests, through immense valleys, offering breath-taking views. We will conquer one of the most inspiring mountains of Scotland: the Ladhar Bheinn, with unparalleled views – if the weather permits. And every day we arrive at a new place to set up our camp, our home for the night.

Travel day

Time to head back home refreshed and reset.

Impression

Experiences

Director Erasmus Research Services, Erasmus University Rotterdam

”A year ago, I took part in the Leadership Reset Rewild in Scotland. It has been an experience that stays with me every single day. Navigating the Scottish landscape, I encountered both limitations and opportunities, which helped me understand my strengths and how to tackle challenges. Coaching sessions provided timely guidance, nudging me in the direction when I needed it most. Sometimes it was hard work – but therein lies the beauty: I was and still am genuinely proud of what I achieved, and the hard work reminded me again of who I am at the core. There was professional guidance from experienced guides, enabling me to trust that I was in good hands. The journey provided me with insights that I can still tap into daily. Now, when I face challenges, whether in my personal life or at work, I mentally transport myself back to the Scottish landscape and contemplate how I would address that issue within that terrain.”

Business Consultant

”The leadership reset in Scotland was a refreshing escape from the daily grind, surrounded by a warm and professional team! We were literally moving forward in a beautiful natural landscape while also taking the time to stand still. There was space for meaningful conversations—whether private or in groups—on sometimes difficult and emotional topics, allowing us to discover inner blocks and emotions while maintaining discretion. There were moments when we simply walked, allowing our thoughts to wander, embracing the joy of not thinking about anything at all! How wonderful that is!

My life lessons from this experience are:

– It is possible to change patterns and routines; options are available.
– Above all, stay connected to your feelings and yourself, while also considering your impact on others.
– Remember, there is only one person like you; you are unique, just as you are!

Operations Manager, Bel&Bo

”The trip provided me with the opportunity to contemplate and discuss significant questions in my life, extending beyond my professional responsibilities. This was complemented by the pleasure of stunning surroundings and physical activity – a perfect blend. The experience has strengthened my confidence to chart my own course and enabled me to make decisive choices across various facets of my life. Moreover, it has enhanced my leadership abilities at work by fostering greater harmony within myself. I look forward to participating again!”