I'm not alone in my embarrassment. Executives who come for business meetings also admit to being embarrassed that they can't fly fish or cast as well as he or she would like in front of peers and subordinates. That call change. A patient, understanding guide who has been in your position can take you to a private spot until you feel more comfortable with your skill level. Horseback riding is another activity many of us think we should be able to do well. Even when we have never ridden a horse. Or, haven't seen one up close for many years. Your destination hosts can work with their trail guides to turn this situation around. A knowledgeable. Competent trail guide knows the personality, strengths, and weaknesses of each horse. This guide can easily match people and horses without anyone being embarrassed overwhelmed, or underwhelmed by their experience with either horse of terrain. Or, take a wintertime activity, like downhill skiing. Skiing is frequently too challenging or seems too dangerous, particularly for older professionals who have been away from the sport for many years. These professionals shudder to think about being impaired in their business back home by a broken leg, or worse. Lessons and alternate leisure time activities can reduce these anxieties and still keep the group intact. < previous - next >