What We Do

Fresh Perspectives is the Northeast of England movement and consultancy, dedicated to helping the best business leaders, and their teams, to get outside.

We have five elements to our programme offer, that embed walking and talking within Hadrian’s wall Country:

One-to-One Support & Challenge

What is it?

Fresh Perspectives one-to-one support for individual business leaders needing to pause and think clearly. A sounding board and trusted advisor, to help you dive into the challenges holding you and your business back – and plan your way forward.

Where is it?

Outdoor and indoor locations within Hadrian’s Wall Country.

Who is it for?

Business owners and other key business decision makers, in the Northeast of England.

Why do it?

It is pure, accelerated distraction-free, supported thinking and planning for individuals.

How long is it?

Half-day and full-day options.

Commitment?

Min. 1 session per month, over a 6-month period is recommended to gain traction through accountable actions.

Next steps?

Email Jane To book a discovery walk – or to find out more.

Peer Advisory Groups

What is it?

Fresh Perspectives Peer Advisory Groups for business leaders. A space to: unclutter your thoughts and explore opportunities; share challenges and experiences; receive actionable advice; and develop meaningful relationships. Includes facilitated sessions and walks, plus a monthly 1-2-1 coaching session, and quarterly speaker input.

Where is it?

The Sill – National Landscape Discovery Centre, Hadrian’s Wall Country. Directions

Who is it for?

Business owners and other key business decision makers in the Northeast of England. Groups are created from many businesses.

Why do it?

It is pure, accelerated distraction-free and multi-directional (from each other) peer-supported thinking, learning and planning, for up to 12 business decision makers.

How long is it?

Each monthly Peer Group get-together is a full day away from the office, whilst the 1-2-1 coaching sessions are 90 mins.

Commitment?

Rolling 3-month membership period. Minimum membership is 3 months.

Next steps?

Email Jane to book a discovery walk – or to find out more.

If you’d like to chat about any of our services, please call Jane on 01904 215 377 or email hello@janefisherassociates.co.uk

Team Walkshops

What is it?

Fresh Perspectives Walkshops for business leadership teams. A team get-away, exploring strategies whilst walking and talking in Hadrian’s Wall Country. Offering you big-picture thinking and fresh perspectives to deliver professional and business growth opportunities.

Where is it?

Outdoor and indoor locations within Hadrian’s Wall Country.

Who is it for?

Leadership teams. Teams are from one organisation.

Why do it?

It is pure, accelerated distraction-free supported thinking and planning for teams of up to 10 people.

How long is it?

Half-day and full-day options.

Commitment?

Two Walkshops (a ‘Do’ and ‘Review’) are recommended for full Team traction.

Next steps?

Email Jane to book a discovery walk – or to find out more.

  • A desk is a dangerous place from which to watch the world.
    John Le Carre, Author

Events: TREAD-walks

What is it?

Fresh Perspectives TREAD-walks, networking and business development on the move for individual business leaders. Guided walks and facilitated discussions in Hadrian’s Wall Country, to help you build connections and grow your business.

Who is it for?

Business owners and other key business decision makers in the Northeast of England. The network is created from many businesses.

Why do it?

Pure, accelerated distraction-free inspiration, peer-supported thinking and connection.

Where is it?

Locations within Hadrian’s Wall Country. Meeting points at easily accessible locations. See TREAD-walk events for further details.

How long is it?

Walks are generally between 1.5- 2 hrs, with a ‘cuppa and chat’ opportunity either at the end or during the walk.

Commitment?

Monthly opportunities.

Next steps?

Book a TREAD-walk OR  Email Jane to find out more.

Events: TREAD-talks

What is it?

Fresh Perspectives TREAD-talks – a professional Speaker Series for business leaders and their teams. Bringing dynamic workshops and break-out walks to the table, to address the most burning issues in today’s business world.

Who is it for?

Business owners, leaders and their leadership teams.

Why do it?

Pure, accelerated distraction-free learning and inspiration from renowned local and national speakers.

Where is it?

Venues within Hadrian’s Wall Country. See TREAD-talk events for further details

How long is it?

Half-day and full-day workshops

Commitment?

Monthly opportunities.

Next steps?

Book a TREAD-talk OR  Email Jane to find out more.

The Fresh Perspectives Community

Who is it for?

Business owners and other key business decision makers.

What is it?

The Fresh Perspectives Community for individual business leaders and their teams.

Why do it?

It’s an always-there resource of educational, inspirational and transformative (useful) information. Content is collated and created to encourage and facilitate outdoor working habits for business leaders and their teams.

What does it include?

Free access to a fact sheet and resource library; community member storytelling; innovations, thinkers and tools; competitions to win great outdoor kit from great outdoor brands; access to event offers; Jane’s Field Notes; the latest research information about business and the great outdoors – plus a monthly newsletter

How big is it?

Up to 5,000 members by 2026.

Next steps?

Join The Fresh Perspectives Community here.

What our clients say

  • Nick Ivel, Chair of Xsem Board

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    Not shying away from potential conflict, Jane confidently challenged the status quo and our thinking. She guided the company along an alternative and more engaging path that empowered colleagues at all levels within the organisation, encouraging them to contribute their ideas for improvements and to embrace the changes.
  • Mike Hall, Owner of MJH Art Studio Ltd

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    “Working with Jane has been a breath of fresh air – quite literally! Her outdoor, walk-and-talk coaching makes a huge difference. Instead of feeling boxed in around a table, and let’s be honest sometimes awkward eye contact making conversation tougher, by walking side-by-side it simply creates a natural style that clears your mind and helps you think and speak more freely. It’s amazing how ideas just seem to flow when you’re moving. I’d highly recommend Jane to anyone looking for a fresh, effective approach to coaching.”
  • Elaine Morris, Founder of Curious Edge

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    The [blended] strategy day with Jane helped me to lay it all out but draw me closer to my passion and the heart of what I really want to do. By the end of the day, we were able to put some structure around my thoughts and produce the beginning of a plan to take forward. I was very excited about the process, and I was not disappointed!