HIKE THE MOUNTAIN
WITH JAY THOMPSON
5 TOOLS FOR ORGANIZATIONS
Every organization has a culture, and everyone contributes to it. Company culture is one of the most critical mountains every organization will climb. To help organizations climb up “Culture Mountain," I have developed 5 EASY-TO-USE TOOLS over the past ten years that every community bank needs in their "backpack" of communication that enables them to scale their desired peak of culture.
1. TRAIL GUIDE | WALK & TALK
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The Trail Guide encourages and challenges your team to fulfill your mission and core values. A weekly one-page (pdf) guide helps each team member discover the best principles and practices that create an exceptional culture in your organization. Rates are based on the size of the organization or the event. The Walk and Talk Video is a 3-5 minute video designed to drive home the principles of the Trail Guide. Combined, the Trail Guide and the Walk & Talk video become powerful communication tools. It gives you the advantage of connecting with people through various learning styles.
2. ASCENT & DESCENT OF
CULTURE MOUNTAIN ASSESSMENT
Picture your company culture as a climb up Culture Mountain, shaped by your vision, mission, and values. This journey involves two crucial paths. The first, WHAT PEOPLE BELIEVE, is about aligning with shared beliefs and values—like consulting a map for clear direction. The second, HOW PEOPLE BEHAVE, focuses on daily actions and teamwork as you pursue your common vision. Our Ascent and Descent of Culture Mountain Assessment pinpoints your culture's strengths and areas for improvement. Are you ready to start the hike, or will you watch from the base? Lace up your boots, and let's tackle these trails together to see what heights we can reach.
3. TAKE-A-HIKE
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Take-A-Hike is a team-building activity where we hit the trail as a group. Along the way, I have the opportunity to share some lessons learned over the past decade as I have hiked over 1700 miles of the Appalachian Trail. These lessons will relate to your team both personally and professionally. These hikes can be designed as half-day, full-day, or multi-day events.
5. Switchback Assessment & Team Coaching
Ready to inspire and energize your team? At Hike The Mountain, we offer engaging keynote presentations, dynamic workshops (both on-site and off-site), and our unique Trail Trainings. Pick from three tailored talks that amplify your organization’s values and mission, or let us craft something just for your team's specific needs. Our Trail Trainings are especially exciting—these one-hour sessions, available both virtually and in-person, zero in on a key topic to practically and passionately guide your team in embodying your organization's core values and mission. Let's make a real impact together! Ready to climb higher?