Navigating Uncertainty
Robert Poynton
Author & Oxford Fellow
Robert Poynton, author & Oxford fellow, uses improv and reflection to help leaders navigate complexity and change.
About this experience
How do the most adaptable teams stay focused no matter what comes their way?
Led by Robert Poynton, a top expert from Oxford, this immersive experience introduces a proven framework to help your team respond to complexity and change with clarity, confidence, and agility.
Pick this experience when…
Your team is seeking to strengthen resilience, sharpen decision-making, and perform well in unpredictable environments.
What to expect during the experience?
Robert will guide your team to learn a practical method for noticing more, loosening rigid control, and turning uncertainty into an advantage.
Through engaging discussion and compelling real-world examples, participants will build the mindset and skills needed to stay adaptive and effective in the face of change.
Robert Poynton
Author & Oxford Fellow
Robert Poynton is an author, facilitator, and designer of transformative learning experiences. He is an Associate Fellow at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, where he helps leaders navigate complexity through experiential and improvisational methods. As the founder of Yellow Learning, he curates immersive retreats and workshops that emphasize reflection, adaptability, and creative problem-solving. His books, Do Pause and Do Improvise, explore the power of slowing down and embracing uncertainty. Poynton has worked with global organizations including the BBC, Chanel, Merck, and Unilever, and has contributed to the Skoll World Forum and Singularity University Global Summit. He splits his time between Oxford and an off-grid home in rural Spain, where he continues to experiment with new ways of thinking, learning, and leading.
"This session gave our team a fresh perspective on uncertainty and practical tools to navigate it with confidence. The interactive exercises made it both fun and impactful!"
Jim
Sales Manager
July, 2025
"We walked away with a simple yet powerful framework for adapting to the unexpected. It was a great way to build resilience and problem-solving skills together."
Jen
HRBP
June, 2025
"The experience was engaging, insightful, and immediately applicable to our work. We now feel more prepared to embrace change instead of fearing it."
Tina
Project Manager
June, 2025
"Our team learned how to notice more, let go, and use everything to tackle challenges. It was a game-changer in how we approach uncertainty!"
Bob
COO
July, 2025
Price $2,000 for up to 20 people
Headcount:
*Headcount is editable later
You will be able to place a free '48-hour hold' on your preferred date & time.
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Hosted virtually
Live
Sessions are
are not pre-recorded
are not pre-recorded
Perfect for in-person, remote and distributed teams.
Why choose this experience
Elevate Team Performance
Turn strategy into action by refining how your team works every day. Strengthen execution, improve effectiveness, and build momentum to achieve more together.
Understand Team Dynamics
Clarify roles, align strengths, and bring in fresh perspectives to ensure your team is set up for success. Build a dynamic team structure that adapts and thrives.
Make Smarter Decisions
Help your team think critically, weigh options effectively, and make sound decisions with confidence.
Build Resilience & Agility
Help your team stay flexible and bounce back stronger from setbacks, ready to adapt to any challenge.
Think & Innovate Creatively
Encourage fresh ideas and problem-solving by fostering a mindset of curiosity and innovation.
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