Transform Your Team with the Power of Rhythm

Engage, Energize, and Build Trust with Jim Donovan’s RhythmTeam Program

“First, let me just say that this team building event, though hard to believe, surpassed the last one you did. The team and I have both reflected upon and spoke of the event for days. Most specifically, your Sheryl Crow story and how that tied into being “all in” in every aspect of work and life. It was truly transformational for many of my leaders and most especially, me. You truly helped to make our day a success!”

-Aaron Mimram, Xfinity Comcast

Jim Donovan: Orchestrating Leadership Excellence and Innovation

Forget stale boardrooms and predictable agendas. Jim Donovan isn't your average leadership consultant. He's a musical visionary, a performance architect, and a catalyst for authentic connection who takes teams beyond the ordinary and ignites their symphony of success.

His journey? Intergalactic. 🚀

Jim co-wrote "Send Me On My Way," the first song ever played on Mars, igniting NASA's intrepid rover and sending a ripple of human spirit across the cosmos. This isn't just a cool anecdote; it's a metaphor for his approach to leadership.

Jim blends the power of music with decades of performance—on some of the world’s biggest stages— and leading transformative retreats for executive teams and employees.

Forget PowerPoint snooze-fests. 🥱

“This program is a poignant example of how to be a better leader. Jim created both a visual and physical experience for all of us to tap into and capture. What I most appreciate is the way Jim provides such powerful means for participants to integrate and embody their learning. I love his stories, his energy, and most importantly his gift to connect with both individuals and the entire group. "

-Sheri Kay COO and Lead Practice Coach, ACT Dental Practice Coaching

Donovan's Tailored Programs Offer:

• Innovative Music-based Activities: Harness the power of collaborative music-making to break down barriers and cultivate a culture of trust and creativity. Envision your team, united in rhythm, fostering an environment where innovation thrives.

• Strategic Performance Coaching: Strengthen your leadership narrative and overcome obstacles with strategic insights drawn from Donovan’s extensive experience. Equip your team with the resilience and adaptability of a Mars rover, charting a bold course through complex challenges.

• Mindful Leadership Practices: Integrate stress-reduction techniques and resilience-building practices to maintain peak performance. Empower your team to excel in demanding environments, mirroring the perseverance of exploration in the harshest terrains.

Key Aspects of the RhythmTeam Experience:

✓ Interactive: Participants actively engage in creating music together, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose.

✓ Immersive: The program is designed to fully immerse each member in the experience, ensuring they feel connected not just to the task, but to each other.

✓ Trust-Building: Through the shared goal of making music, participants learn the value of trust, cooperation, and listening to one another.

✓ 100% Beginner Friendly: No musical ability or prior experience is required, making it accessible to everyone in your team.

✓ Outcome-Oriented: Beyond just fun, the RhythmTeam program aims to enhance team dynamics, improve communication, and foster a trusting culture of collaboration and creativity.

“This was a great session! It was energetic, fun and tied really well to our value messages. Especially “Winning Together” and “Courage”. It was a invaluable addition to our meeting!”

-Chrissy Stengel Senior Manager, Corporate Communications Del Monte

"Why RhythmTeam?"

Jim Donovan's RhythmTeam program isn't just an event; it's a transformational journey that leverages the universal language of music to bridge gaps, heal divisions, and inspire a collective drive towards excellence.

Whether your goal is to build trust, improve team cohesion, or simply inject a burst of energy into your group, the RhythmTeam experience is tailored to deliver tangible results.

Join us for an unforgettable experience that will resonate with your team long after the last note has been played.

What Your Team Will Achieve?

• Understand the profound impact of a positive attitude and openness to innovation on their creations.

• Foster a collaborative environment where all team members feel valued and equally important.

• Learn the pivotal role of trust and genuine relationships in enhancing team performance.

• Jointly craft an enjoyable and unique creation from the ground up.

The RhythmTeam Experience

During the RhythmTeam program, Jim Donovan leads your group on a dynamic journey of creation, connection, and trust-building, all through the power of interactive music. This immersive experience leverages the proven effectiveness of interactive music-making to foster rapid affinity and bonding among participants, utilizing "interpersonal synchronous rhythmic activities."

✨ Prepare for an engaging, impactful, and thoroughly enjoyable session.

✨ No musical background? No problem. The program is designed for complete beginners, ensuring everyone can participate fully and freely.

✨ All percussion instruments needed for the experience are supplied, allowing each participant to dive into the rhythm without any barriers.

“I have been in the professional work force for over 30 years and I have been through numerous “team building / career-personal development / advance training” events and programs. Some have been quite good (and others not so much), but none of them compare to your approach and technique... it was awesome!”

-Steven C. Clausman Associate Partner Access Green

Program Details

• The optimal group size for the program is 15 to 50 participants, though Jim is flexible to accommodate larger or smaller groups as necessary.

• The ideal setting is a spacious indoor area, with seating arranged in a circle or amphitheater formation, ideally without tables. However, Jim is adaptable and can tailor the program to suit your available space.

• Expect vibrant, high-energy moments throughout the session where the group will engage in lively activities.

• The setup and takedown process is swift and efficient, requiring just a few minutes with assistance from your team.

• This program is designed to foster a positive, cohesive, and vibrant atmosphere, perfectly priming your team for any upcoming activities or goals.

The Power of Rhythm

Research highlights music as a powerful tool for studying and enhancing rhythm, reward, and social connection. It shows that musical rhythm, with its regular beat and predictability, supports interpersonal synchronization, offering rewarding experiences that foster social bonds.

This synchronization not only increases enjoyment but also encourages pro-social behaviors.

Studies have found that engaging in musical activities together can boost social bonding, increase the likability of partners, and enhance social cooperation.

“I would recommend this experience to others, especially the focus on listening skills and the analogies that can be drawn into the work experience, listening to your co-workers, playing a supporting role, a partnering role, an oppositional role, a baseline role, a complementary role.”

-Kristi Yager FED EX Ground University

The Impact? A Symphony of Success:

• Harmonized Communication and Collaboration: Observe as divisions dissolve and your team orchestrates its efforts in seamless unison.

• Revitalized Energy and Resilience: See the shadow of burnout recede as vitality and innovation pulse through your team, driving them towards new frontiers.

• Elevated Leadership Potential: Witness the emergence of inspired leaders who, akin to transmitting a song to Mars, achieve the remarkable and lead with visionary purpose.