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How often do you find yourself thinking ‘there are just not enough hours in the day’?

How many of the following apply to you…

  • I’m always busy but feel like I’m not getting enough done
  • My to-do list just gets longer and longer
  • I seem to get pulled from pillar to post in the office and the phone never stops ringing
  • There are important things I need to address but they always get bumped down the list

Could you use a day away to catch up on those important but ignored tasks? If the answer is 'yes', then join like-minded Directors at our inaugural Directors Haven.

Set in the picturesque countryside of Burnham Market, North Norfolk, this 16th Century coaching inn is the ideal location to catch up on those important parts of your business without the interruptions of office or home life. Tackle the tasks that can make a real difference to your business and dedicate time to reflecting on where your business is, where it’s going and how you’re going to get there.

At The Hoste hotel you will find everything you need to enable you to relax, re-energise and return to work with a new lease of life - from fantastic food and drink, luxurious rooms, a sumptuous spa and, most importantly, time and space. There is also a meeting room booked for the duration of the event with free WiFi so you can work wherever you feel most comfortable.

Our haven begins on the evening of the 24th November, with the option of an evening meal in The Hoste's elegant restaurant with other Directors from across the county and swap stories on how to be effective at the helm of a healthy business.

The next morning there will be a complimentary breakfast and the day to spend as you please. If you choose to work, there are plenty of secluded spots around the hotel providing the privacy to work, like the hotel's residents' lounge which has comfortable sofas and spacious tables. Or, you could even take a walk (or even hire a bicycle!) through the delightful market town. The in-hotel spa is also a great way to relax and unwind. A complimentary lunch will be served in the afternoon and you will have full use of the private meeting room should you wish to join other Directors and work away from the distractions that come with the day-to-day running of your business.

You can book your place at Directors Haven here. If you would prefer to pay by invoice, rather than through Eventbrite and paypal, please email your request to paul@nakedelement.co.uk

This event is sponsored by Sandler Training.


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