Versatile talent Lawrence Ellyard highlights about building a dream team

The more we talk about a few platforms and businesses standing tall and unique in their niches and sectors, thriving on their unique qualities and values, even amidst massive saturation and competition, the more we feel the need to talk about them, for the world to know the genius behind its founders. These brands and platforms in their respective industries have gone ahead in pushing boundaries and a step ahead by positively impacting the lives of others through their work, much like what the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), founded by Lawrence Ellyard, has done so far by empowering practitioners in the world of natural health and complementary therapies.

What has garnered more headlines for Lawrence Ellyard and IICT is how it has created a positive, engaging, and fun workplace culture by building a dream team that thrives on success. “At IICT, we have developed a culture where mindset sits at the very core of our being as a team, more than the skillset. Our philosophy centers on contribution, accountability, belonging, and fun,” highlights founder and CEO Lawrence Ellyard.

He mentions how culture plays a pivotal role at IICT, where hiring takes place based on mindset, nurturing leadership abilities, and fostering an attitude that aligns with their values. Its workplace is designed to make work fun and rewarding, ensuring each member feels supported and valued. This has made the team recognized as a finalist in the Great Place to Work Awards. Lawrence Ellyard, who holds an extensive background in transpersonal therapy and a Master of Transpersonal Studies from the IKON Institute, highlights the core values at IICT – Contribution, Accountability, Belonging, and Fun.

At IICT, he mentions that every member is empowered to make a difference, focusing on delivering value through their daily actions; that is how they contribute to the lives of natural therapists. At the core of business is honesty, transparency, and responsibility. Each member holds themselves accountable, ensuring they consistently do the right thing. At IICT, they build genuine relationships, engage in open conversations, and work together toward their best results, creating a strong sense of belonging. Ultimately, they foster an enjoyable and fun environment with activities like pottery classes, e-bike adventures, and dance parties.

IICT, renowned for empowering practitioners in the world of natural health and complementary therapies under the leadership of Lawrence Ellyard, who is driven to create a lasting positive change in holistic health and wellness, has also stood apart for “Well-Being Our Way (WOW)” initiative, where they prioritize the health and happiness of the team. From mental health days to birthday time off, a 4-day workweek, and in-office perks like massage chairs and a 2.33 pm dance party, they put the “WOW” in well-being.

Lawrence Ellyard ( @lawrence_ellyard), also renowned as a best-selling author of multiple impactful self-help and guidebooks on complementary therapies with IICT, is not just building a team but building a family that leads each other to greater growth and success.