Representative Endorsements
“I didn’t go to BTE readily. I didn’t see how it would provide a practical and prompt resolution to my career malaise. And it didn’t: it was a lot bigger and better than that. Barb, Dan, and Jay are exceptional people and leadership guides: their combined work at BTE is extraordinary. BTE invites each of us to find our deep questions, explore who we really are and what matters most, and move forward in that light.”
Helene Nelson, Secretary, Wisconsin Department Health and Human Services
“This is money well spent: upon my return, I really saw things from a different perspective. I am using my Beyond the Edge experience everyday, at work and at home.”
Joachim Deeg, Scientist, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
“It was a leadership experience that will remain in my history as transformative. The nature of the natural community, the guidance and facilitation, the access to one-on-one discussions and assistance, and the depth of the structure made this retreat what I consider an extraordinary experience.”
Joan McNulty, President, Madison Cutting Die
“I am a much more whole human being since tapping my inner self. The notion that we are all wounded by fate allowed me to transcend my personal grief and once again contribute to others.”
Debbie Ray, Director, Management Development, Good Samaritan Hospital
“I said to my boss, ‘I want something different in a seminar. I’ve had my fill of ‘how-to’ seminars and informational seminars on the industry I’m in. I’d like something where I can learn more about myself as a person and as a leader.’ My boss, having known other BTE participants, got a twinkle in his eye and said, ‘I have just the thing for you.’ And did he ever! I’ll never be the same after my experience at BTE.”
Paul Meyer, Administrator, The Alliance
“If you are concerned about spending time away from work, you will embrace how others fill your void while you are away. If you are apprehensive about how personal the training is, you will relax in your trepidation. If you are anxious about the expense, you may discover your real worth after your experience. If you question your leadership abilities before, you will challenge them afterward. If you wonder what you will learn, you will marvel at the potential you have.”
Joel Miller, Parks Manager, City of Olympia, Washington
“When the opportunity was presented to me to take advantage of Beyond the Edge, I was reluctant to go. I didn’t have a question, my life was together, I loved my job, I had a great family. What I found was a group of talented individuals coming together to begin exploring further possibilities. I found I did have questions about my leadership and my mission in life. It was not a ’60’s group hug (which I had originally thought), but an opportunity to engage in a personal search into areas I had long ignored. I will cherish this experience all my life and I value the facilitators’ role in helping me find my inner light. Take advantage of this opportunity — it is truly a path you won’t regret.”
Cheri Dolezal, Deputy Director, Clark County Community Services