• What are SGBC's objectives?
We have three principal objectives:

1. Maximize each individual's capacity for creative problem solving.

2. Promote attitudes and behavior that foster a more creative work environment.

3. Enhance team cohesiveness, effectiveness, and communication.

• The SGBC website contains many photographs and references to photography. Why is that?
In both our presentations and our workshops, we use photography as a tool--a metaphor--to enhance creative thinking. The goal is not to improve photographic skills; rather, photography, the "universal language," illustrates abstract ideas about creativity with concreteness and emotional impact so that what you learn stays with you.

• How can we determine if Steve is the right person for us?
Steve goes beyond the often-repeated notions that passion, hard work and a positive attitude are the keys that overcome all obstacles. In both presentations and workshops, he offers specific insights, exercises, and suggestions that will help you--and the whole team--become more creative. Tell us what you want to accomplish and we'll explain how our approach can help.

• If we hire SGBC, what happens next?
We will ask you questions about your organization and its challenges so we can customize a presentation and/or workshop to best meet your objectives.

• How long are the Presentations?
Presentations are about fifty minutes, followed by Q & A.

• How long are the Workshops?
This depends on want you want to accomplish and how much time you have. A workshop can be as short as a half-day to as long as two days (scheduled on weekdays and/or weekends).

• Is there an ideal size for a workshop group?
We adjust our program to meet the needs of different sized groups. Groups of about 8 - 14 are ideal for giving individuals a substantial opportunity to express themselves, while maximizing the team building experience. If your group is larger, we'll suggest options that assure a productive experience.

• Can presentations be combined with breakout workshops?
Absolutely.

•  Do you offer workshops for individuals or just organizations?
We are planning regularly scheduled "Creative Open House" days, in which diverse individuals (i.e, not from the same organization) can participate in a workshop. Contact us about our schedule.

• Do you have a location preference?
No. We can work at or near your office, at a company retreat location, or at our Chesapeake City, MD headquarters (a two hour drive from DC; two and a half from Times Square. See Location.) The workshop fee does not vary by location. If you choose to come to Chesapeake City, our town has caterers, fine restaurants, lovely B&Bs, and many nearby motels.

• Are workshops dependent on weather or season?
No. In the case of inclement weather we have substitute activities that can be done indoors.

• Should workshop participants bring their own cameras?
Call us to discuss.

• How much do presentations and workshops cost? How do we reserve a date?
Let us know your objectives, the size and nature of the audience, location, whether you are for-profit or non-profit, and the preferred program length, and we'll promptly provide a quote. To reserve a date, we require a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the fee, plus any travel expenses. If you reschedule 60 days in advance, we'll apply three-quarters of the 50% deposit toward the new date; if you reschedule less than 60 days in advance, we'll apply one-half of your 50% deposit toward the new date.

• Can presentations be audio or video taped?
Steve's presentations and workshops are his exclusive intellectual property, so there is an additional fee. Arrangements must be made in advance.

• Who developed this website?
Steve Gottlieb produced the text, photographs and design. Maya Web Services implemented the design and serves as our webmaster. www.mayawebservices.com.