--- title: Teams description: WILD, Willful Independence, Live Deliberately, a workplace program to engage teams in living and working around contentment, fulfillment, satisfaction image: https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/WJ%20logo-1.svg --- [Skip to content](https://modernodyssey.org/teams#main-content) [![ModernOdyssey Transformative self-discovery circle 500x500](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/ModernOdyssey%20Transformative%20self-discovery%20circle%20500x500.png?width=150&height=150&name=ModernOdyssey%20Transformative%20self-discovery%20circle%20500x500.png "ModernOdyssey Transformative self-discovery circle 500x500")](https://modernodyssey.org/?hsLang=en) - [For Teams](https://modernodyssey.org/teams) - [Read the Book](https://modernodyssey.org/wild-happy) - [Contact Us](https://modernodyssey.org/contact?hsLang=en) # Ready for team development unlike any other? ## Nothing unites and inspires a team like ### ![ModernOdyssey Transformative self-discovery white 800x400](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/ModernOdyssey%20Transformative%20self-discovery%20white%20800x400.png?width=498&height=249&name=ModernOdyssey%20Transformative%20self-discovery%20white%20800x400.png)Imagine if you could take your team on an expedition together... ### The shared experience, stronger bonds and collaboration, enhanced trust and communication, greater resilience and adaptability, increased creativity, improved morale... ### Now, imagine if you could achieve all of that with a *virtual odyssey* without the travel, costs, hassles, or time off for your team. ## With Modern Odyssey, your team will... ### Focus on What Matters Introspective consideration and critical analysis of our actions and emotions that lead us to setting better priorities and accomplishing the big things, not getting lost in the minutia. ### Inspire Collective Culture Build trust and enforce each team member's value and uniqueness to build a culture of fulfillment together. ### Elevate Life/Work Harmony Embracing and refining the blurred lines between life and work for greater harmony and fulfillment while aligning passions across the team for cohesive success. ###### while enhancing engagement, creativity, resilience, productivity, loyalty, collaboration, and accountability. "Modern Odyssey allowed me to take a new look on life, and not stress about things I can't control and the mundane. In doing so, I think I became more relaxed, which opened me up personally and allowed me to be more creative and productive at work. It feels counter intuitive because I think a lot of what the program was about was letting some of the "obsession" in career go, but the program gave me a lightness that allowed me to better succeed.” ### - John-Michael S. ## The best way to learn more is with a quick conversation. We'll share how we've worked with other teams and we'll work with you to design a custom Modern Odyssey for your team. Let's chat! ### Schedule a Discovery Call **Let's talk about the main challenges your group is facing, where you hope to be, and how a more cohesive, engaged, and inspired team can get you there.** [Schedule a Discovery Call](https://meetings.hubspot.com/ryanjaycase) ## Employees who feel fulfilled & engaged are: 5x ### less likely to quit ![5x circles](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/5x%20circles.png?width=150&height=151&name=5x%20circles.png) [Inc. What You Risk by Forgetting Employee Engagement](https://www.inc.com/elizabeth-kiehner/whats-forgotten-in-cultures-and-your-companys-obsession-with-technology.html) 20% ### more productive ![20percent productivity 2](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/20percent%20productivity%202.png?width=93&height=150&name=20percent%20productivity%202.png) [Zippia.com. 2023 Trends in employee engagement](https://www.zippia.com/advice/employee-engagement-statistics/) 33%+ ### of an employee's salary is what it costs to replace them ![33 to 200 percent cost for replacement](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/33%20to%20200%20percent%20cost%20for%20replacement.png?width=150&height=160&name=33%20to%20200%20percent%20cost%20for%20replacement.png) It's 120% to 200% for highly skilled or technical employees. Example: A $75K/yr employee costs $25k – $150k to replace [Korn Ferry Institute. 2023 Burnout Blues](https://www.kornferry.com/institute/3-neuroscience-based-strategies-to-combat-employee-burnout) "Ryan’s personal insights and engaging storytelling made the entire program fascinating and I found myself excited for the next session." ### - Alan P. #### 5 Generations in the workforce...      Hybrid & Remote work environments...           Post-pandemic uncertainty and disengagement... ## 'Post-Pandemic' is a new era for the workplace. ## A new era needs a **new kind of workplace program**. ## Have you ever noticed... ##### If you’re looking to improve your health or your finances, there are hundreds of programs and tools. ##### But if you’re looking for a life full of contentment, there was only advice (*LOTS*of advice). ### WILD is changing that. ![Tired female student at the library looking very frustrated](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/Tired%20female%20student%20at%20the%20library%20looking%20very%20frustrated.jpeg "Tired female student at the library looking very frustrated") ![Creative team putting their hands together in circle](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Creative%20team%20putting%20their%20hands%20together%20in%20circle.jpeg?width=600&height=400&name=Creative%20team%20putting%20their%20hands%20together%20in%20circle.jpeg) ## What do the following organizational improvements have in common? #### Greater Engagement #### Reduced Turnover #### Improved Productivity #### Less Burnout #### More Resilience #### Improved Creativity #### Less Absenteeism or 'Quiet-Quitting' ## **They've all been linked to happier, more fulfilled teams.** [Learn More](https://modernodyssey.org/contact?hsLang=en) "Modern Odyssey helped me to find balance in life and reprioritize what is truly important. I highly recommend the program to anyone who is ready to nudge your inner spirit for expansive growth". ### - Liz B. ## **Typical** Program Models\* Onsite or Virtual Workshop ### Igniter Single session From 2 hrs to a Full-day Intrinsic Ambitions Assessment WILD Compass App use leading up to session Popular 4 months, lite interactions ### Standard Kick-off Strategy Session In-person Initiation (half-day) 7 Biweekly Program Sessions 1:1 Individual Intensives Intrinsic Ambitions Assessment WILD Compass App Collaboration Optimizer Analysis Actionable Debrief Standard program at 2x speed (8 weeks) ### Accelerator Kick-off Strategy Session 8 Weekly Program Sessions 1:1 Individual Intensives Intrinsic Ambitions Assessment WILD Compass App Collaboration Optimizer Analysis Actionable Debrief **\*Our programs are completely adaptable and can be personalized to address the specific challenges faced by your teams.** - Virtual or in-person - Flexible Duration (Session are typically 60 min) - Group & 1:1 Coaching - Minimal time requirements - Tailored to your challenges # Welcome to the first step in living a more **fulfilling life** [For Individuals](https://484997.hs-sites.com/thrifty/sectors) [For Teams](https://484997.hs-sites.com/thrifty/book-meeting) ![women-s-white-and-black-button-up-collared-shirt](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/women-s-white-and-black-button-up-collared-shirt.jpg?width=64&height=64&name=women-s-white-and-black-button-up-collared-shirt.jpg) Actress Person name Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. 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Our Customers ## Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-1.svg) ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-2.svg) ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-3.svg) ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-4.svg) ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-5.svg) ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-6.svg) ![logo-2](https://modernodyssey.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/Juice_Tactics_Snacks/Thrifty/images/logo-1.svg) ## What makes a *better* life? ### That journey looks different for everyone. ### Let’s find out where the journey of living *better* starts for you. Take the Quiz ## What goes into **WILD**? 20 + years in the making 6500 H Sales Calls 100 + Team members 3000 K Global Revenue CONCEPTS AND EXPLORATIONS ## The Curriculum Each module includes a Core Session in the first week and a Discussion Session in the second. ##### [MODULE 1 Perspective, Mindset & Influence](https://modernodyssey.org/teams#collapse1-module_17211593532955) - Contemporary Rites of Passage - the lost art of self-discovery - The Narrow Lens - acknowledging our limited perspective and diagnosing the harmful influences - The Triad of Discontent - how materialism, individualism, and exceptionalism drive discontent - Defining Contentment - the overlap of living aligned with our values (fulfillment), accomplishing important, challenging tasks (satisfaction), and living focused on the present but in balance with the past and the future (engagement) - The Explorer Mindset - embracing discovery over achievement - The Coconut and the Tree - the two fundamental elements of life to simplify it all - The Caveman Brain - fighting our neurological wiring - Maslow's Unfortunate Accident - how his Hierarchy of Needs works against us ##### [MODULE 2 Priorities & Goals](https://modernodyssey.org/teams#collapse2-module_17211593532955) - The Stone atop the Pile - finding what matters most - Delusion of Greatness - our mistaken relationship with achievement - The Grant Study - what the world's longest study on happiness confirms about village life in Papua New Guinea  - The Wantok Path - a culture of contentment - An Alternative Hierarchy - leveraging what matters most - 7 Modern Sins - the most critical hurdles to a well-lived life - Land of the Unexpected - learning to embrace uncertainty - Authenticity & Fulfillment - walking the walk ##### [MODULE 3 Purpose & Work](https://modernodyssey.org/teams#collapse3-module_17211593532955) - Rewriting the American Dream - reevaluating a broken paradigm - Redefining Work - a platform to convert expertise and energy for experience and economic gain - The Identity Ruse - refining our relationship with work and setting boundaries - The Motivation/Momentum Cycle - leveraging the upward spiral - Work/Life Balance - updating an archaic framework to the benefit of employees *and* employers - Crises of Purpose - mid-life or existential, why they happen and how we can minimize them - The Burnout Cycle - breaking the downward spiral ##### [MODULE 4 People, Love & Service](https://modernodyssey.org/teams#collapse4-module_17211593532955) - The Bucket and the Cups - a confidence model for enduring contentment - Selfish Selflessness - finding your well-lived life - Indigenous Wisdom - what they know and what we've forgotten - The Caveman Brain Reprise - the upside of our neurological wiring - Emotional Plasticity - cultivating optimism, empathy, and gratitude - The 3-Box Model - improving resilience with a focus on what we can control - Continuing your journey! ## Are you part of an organization that believes in engaged, fulfilled, productive people? Are you a leader who believes that living a deliberate life of fulfillment (both in and out of work) is a catalyst for inspiring engagement, diminishing burnout, improving creativity and productivity, and igniting loyalty? Ready to start treating your team members like the indispensable family they are? ### See how the Modern Odyssey can invigorate your team. **Customized Programs** fit the needs of your organization - Flexible Duration - Group & 1:1 Coaching - Minimal time requirements - Virtual or in-person - Tailored to your challenges [Get Started](https://modernodyssey.org/contact?hsLang=en) ![spring 300x203](https://modernodyssey.org/hs-fs/hubfs/spring%20300x203.jpg?width=300&height=203&name=spring%20300x203.jpg) ### Save 40% this Summer! We're offering an incredible 40% off all live and virtual programs to teams that signup before the end of summer. 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