Business understanding
In today’s dynamic business world, where change is the only constant, knowing ‘what to do’ is no longer enough – what matters is the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, understand dependencies between departments, and learn quickly from the consequences of actions. At House of Skills, we use world-famous business simulations – these engaging experiences, which place participants in realistic situations, make it possible to practise decisions without risk to the company, build a holistic view of the business, and ensure lasting transfer into everyday work. Leaders love them because they are intensive, practical, and more ‘absorbing’ than traditional training programmes.
As the only Polish partner of Celemi – the global leader in business simulations – House of Skills delivers solutions that truly translate into results.
Our team of consultants
with experience across industries
The most common challenges
that organisations face
Lack of translation of the company strategy into the daily activities of teams and individual employees
Low awareness of how individual decisions affect the performance of the entire organisation
Lack of business understanding and willingness to embed people development in the business strategy
Conflicts and lack of understanding of dependencies between key departments – e.g. marketing / sales / finance
Changes in the company’s business model
Difficulty in long-term thinking under strong pressure for current tasks and quick results
Insufficient understanding of the financial and business mechanisms governing the company
Lack of a sense of shared responsibility for achieving business goals beyond one’s own area
Simulations as a response to the challenges of today’s business
The goal of every simulation is to experiment with reality without damaging the business. Simulations are fun and engaging. They create a challenge. People make decisions and compete: for customers, talent, markets, and profits. At the same time, in the end, everyone wins anyway, because business simulations are more than just games. They are a personal development experience during which we redefine business reality and the operational environment in which we operate.
Simulations also give participants the opportunity to test new skills and knowledge, and even make mistakes – in a safe and fun learning environment.
We understand that every organisation is different. That is why each time we carefully analyse the situation and tailor solutions so that they respond to the needs of your business. The methods are selected after identifying those needs in advance
Proven business simulations
An investment in the future of your organisation
Our Catalogue of Games and Business Simulations
Business simulations immerse participants in realistic situations and allow them to practise decision-making in a safe environment, without risk to the company. They engage participants more strongly than traditional training programmes, stimulate thinking, and make experiential learning easier. They help participants better understand the interdependencies between decisions, teams, and business results. As a result, they support the development of key competencies and make it easier to transfer new skills into everyday work.
How will this impact your business?
People will be able to think strategically because: they will understand the strategy and by referring to it, they will be able to plan their actions
Better collaboration: between generations between people representing different points of view
Understanding one’s own impact on the result and taking responsibility for achieving it, instead of discrediting one’s role in the organisation
Understanding seemingly invisible consequences: how much a given decision can affect the functioning of the company
Understanding financial mechanisms: when and under what conditions money flows into the company
Let’s talk
My name is Michał Drozd, I am the Celemi Manager at House of Skills and a certified trainer. I will be happy to tell you how to use business simulations wisely and answer all your questions
How do we work?
Find out how our development programmes can improve leadership quality and work effectiveness in your organisation
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We define goals
Together with the client, we formulate clear and specific project goals. We define the expected outcomes – measurable, even if the effects may seem difficult to capture and assess
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We analyse the context
We take into account the people and the context in which they operate – a work environment that supports the implementation of change is a condition for success
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We activate the levers
We build motivation for change and support cooperation between manager and employee. We introduce practices that will become a lasting element of the change.
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We show the impact
We continuously monitor the effects of our actions. Thanks to this, at the end of the project, together with the client, we are able to show that the planned change really took place.
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What is unique in House of Skills work methods?
We create and execute projects in the classroom and the hybrid format so that investments in development of people and management systems can bring a real return.
No matter if we focus on individuals, teams or organizations, the measure of our success is the specific change and its meaningful business effect. This is why in our approach the implementation is embedded in the whole process.
- We determine objectives
- We analyze the context
- We activate leverages
- We show the effect
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How do we ensure the effects of online and hybrid training?
An online development process is effective at all stages on condition that we build and maintain engagement. This is why our approach is based on three pillars:
- Personal relationship
- Designing
- Interactivity
The necessary features and technological tools are adjusted to the assumed objective and the customer needs. The virtual House of Skills training studio is our unique form of work: add classroom tools to modern technology to get a single reality.
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What training methods do you employ?
We work primarily on a workshop basis, which means that theoretical knowledge is limited to a minimum and most of the time during sessions is devoted to experiencing and practicing skills.
We apply engaging and diverse methods of work with people, among others, online and classroom workshops, webinars, conference lectures, Action Reflection Learning sessions, workshops conducted by the drama method, business simulations, implementation calendars, self-diagnosis questionnaires, consulting & coaching and blended learning sessions. Applications, websites and platforms are used where they facilitate the development process.
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Does training translate into effects?
Achievement of the effect consistent with the customer’s expectations, which was contracted at the process beginning, is the core of our philosophy of action.
Learn more about this topic in the How do we work >>
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Where is training delivered?
It depends on Customer’s expectations. Training can be organized in the Customer’s registered office or in a leased training classroom at any location. For projects executed in Warsaw we recommend the classrooms of our Metrum ¾ training center, which are excellently equipped for workshop-based activities.
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House of Skills offer does not include programs of interest to me: what now?
Contact us through the form, which can be easily found on our website. Our experts are experienced in creating original development programs and the wide network of know-how partners allows us to tailor our offer to Customer’s needs – of course if this does not go beyond the limits of our subject-matter specialization.
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Do you have e-learning?
In this area we collaborate with e-learning.pl, a supplier of end-to-end educational solutions delivered by means of high technologies.
