Immersive Engagement, Chris Hughes & Erkan Ali - Business Breakthrough in the Sun - TRNC

Chris Hughes visited Erkan in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) for a five-day immersive stay, returning with renewed energy and motivation. The experience combined nature, cooking, gardening, and formal & informal coaching conversations. Chris described the trip as transformative, distinct from both a standard holiday and a formal residential course and has since re-engaged more actively with his personal projects and dementia related work. Immersive engagement is defined as guests living alongside the host (not hotel-based), sharing daily routines, nature, food, and working on personal/professional challenges. Concept positioned as "Beyond the Boardroom" a phrase coined by Chris during the conversation to capture the idea that answers aren't found in corporate settings. Key Themes & Takeaways: Nature immersion: Visits to Salamis Ruins, mountainside wheat fields, sea swimming, and picking fresh goji berries from path side bushes were highlighted as standout moments. Absence of commercialism: No Starbucks, McDonald's, or major chains, described as refreshing and mood-lifting. Family integration: Chris was welcomed as part of the household, including doing dishes and co-planting four banana trees in the garden. Psychological value: Described the experience as "completely different" from a holiday, immersive and psychologically impactful, prompting reflection on what he could do better. Pre-visit misconceptions: Chris noted that media coverage had given him a negative perception of Northern Cyprus, which was entirely contradicted by his actual experience. Feedback Exchanged: Chris confirmed the trip recharged him and led to tangible behavioural change at home, more focused work, re-engagement with dementia advocacy, and improved outlook. Erkan noted the concept has been trialled over the last couple of months with several clients coming to stay in North Cyprus. To find out more and to see how 'Immersive Engagement' can support your business & life contact Erkan Ali ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Interested & Curious in working with Erkan - BOOK A FREE 30min SESSION. The best teams, performers, actors, executives and sports professionals have coaches, if you are interested in your personal performance and that of your business, get in touch today for a FREE 30min conversation about what is important to you. Link to BOOK FREE Session - https://bit.ly/BookSESSIONwithERKAN Connect with Erkan & the Engage Team: https://bit.ly/LinkedInErkanAli https://bit.ly/EngageFaceBook https://bit.ly/EngageBusinessYouTube https://engagebusiness.consulting