Kate & Sam’s Insider Tips for Hosting Retreats & Events Your Guests Will Love

Send a question or message to Kate & SamIf you’re a business that hosts retreats or events — or you’re planning to — don’t miss this episode! Hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris discuss their insights and personal experiences of both hosting and attending retreats and live events. They share what works and what doesn’t work, plus common pitfalls to avoid. They discuss Kate's upcoming Inspired Business Retreat in Bali, Indonesia, highlighting its intentional design to balance business-focused workshops with ample downtime for reflection and relaxation. Tune in as they share tips on crafting meaningful experiences in live events. Whether you're considering hosting your own retreat or simply seeking inspiration for your business journey, this episode has something for you.To learn more about Kate’s upcoming retreat, go here: https://katedejong.com/inspired-business-bali-retreat/ Key Highlights:Introduction to retreats: Kate and Sam kick off by discussing the allure and misconceptions surrounding retreats, emphasising simplicity and clarity in planning.Crafting meaningful experiences: The hosts explore the importance of creating space for reflection and relaxation within retreat itineraries, drawing from Kate's upcoming Bali retreat as a prime example.Designing for attendee needs: Kate shares her intentional approach to understanding her attendee’s needs and designing the experience around that.The power of free space in an itinerary: Reflecting on their past retreat experiences, Kate and Sam discuss how the right amount of free time is necessary for fresh insights and inspiration to drop in.Navigating event pitfalls: Kate & Sam caution against overloading events with content and they share valuable lessons on structuring workshops and managing logistical challenges, based on their own experiences of attending and hosting events.Build trust through value: Kate and Sam discuss the importance of delivering genuine value in events and retreats, contrasting it with instances of events lacking in substance despite high ticket prices.Navigating networking: The conversation extends to networking experiences, emphasising the significance of authentic connections over sales pitches in professional gatherings.Strategic event planning: Sam emphasises the need for clear event objectives and strategic planning, ensuring alignment between attendee expectations and event outcomes. Connect with the hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired BusinessBali retreat: https://katedejong.com/inspired-business-bali-retreat/ Website: https://katedejong.com/Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusinessEmail: [email protected] Morris | The Business ImplementorWebsite: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/Instagram: sammorris.businesscoachEmail: [email protected] with Your Hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness ✉️ Email: [email protected] Morris | The O8 🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew ✉️ Email: [email protected] Business Podcast 🌐Website:   https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/ JOIN OUR WORKSHOPS🌐 https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/workshopsCOME ON THE 2026 BALI RETREAT🌐 https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/baliretreat2026