Outward Bound Professional:
Case Studies: Account Pros/Human Resources
Client Background:
Our client, AccountPros / Human Resources International, manages the executive search and temporary staffing requirements of the nation’s leading firms including Fortune 500, world class financial services organizations, and emerging growth and middle-market companies in all business sectors
Business Situation:
AccountPros / HRI has been experiencing tremendous growth in a highly competitive sales and service industry. They turned to Outward Bound Professional to unite managers throughout the country with a common vision of shared successes.
Program Objectives:
While having fun and involving the entire group, the high-level objective of the one-day custom program was to create awareness and insight into the following key areas in order to help improve the potential success of the group:
- Enhance Communication Skills and Information Sharing
- Create Synergy in the Work Environment
- Encourage Creative Thinking
Program Outcomes:
Based upon the satisfaction survey results, Outward Bound Professional exceeded AccountPros / HRI's expectations in every category including objectives, expectations, skills and facilitators. Specific outcomes included:
Improved Communication Skills And Information Sharing:
The managers have formed new friendships with one another and are implementing a process for shared learnings. They are utilizing their enhanced verbal and non-verbal communication skills to motivate staff and improve their mentoring ability.
Increased Commitment And Synergy:
here is a newfound respect and dedication within the management team. The team is committed to a common vision.
Enhanced Creative Thinking:
Managers have been inspired to "think outside the box" and are already proposing new ideas for increased efficiency during this time of rapid growth and competition.
What the client said:
"Your program opened pathways for better communication throughout our divisions. There is a newfound respect within our management team. New friendships amongst our members have also blossomed. We have already learned of a few who have called on each other for advice!"
Salwa Saheed, AccountPros / Human Resources International
