I know that it would probably be far cheaper than organising it at some suitable resort, conference venue. But if you are trying to show them "who's boss" by having a lake side cottage, etc - then I would be concerned whether you are going to create some resentment, etc.
One of the big difficulties in being a boss is that you need to be friendly, but not too friendly. Hard to decide where that line is.
Having internet access and being able to work seems to confuse the issue of whether you guys are having a retreat or just working in a different environment.
Personally, I would consider that there is far less downside in going for affordable and novel venue followed up by a top notch restaurant dinner.
I know that it would probably be far cheaper than organising it at some suitable resort, conference venue. But if you are trying to show them "who's boss" by having a lake side cottage, etc - then I would be concerned whether you are going to create some resentment, etc.
One of the big difficulties in being a boss is that you need to be friendly, but not too friendly. Hard to decide where that line is.
Having internet access and being able to work seems to confuse the issue of whether you guys are having a retreat or just working in a different environment.
Personally, I would consider that there is far less downside in going for affordable and novel venue followed up by a top notch restaurant dinner.