Tools
Eisenhower matrix
A prioritisation tool that sorts tasks by two criteria: important - not important and urgent - not urgent. Popularised by Stephen Covey.
GROW model
The most popular structure for a coaching conversation: Goal, Reality, Options, Will. Popularised by Sir John Whitmore.
SMART goals
An acronym for the features of a well-formulated goal: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. Proposed by George Doran in 1981.
The Golden Circle (Sinek)
Simon Sinek's model: inspiring leaders and organisations communicate “from the inside out” - starting with WHY (purpose, belief), then HOW, and only then WHAT.
Johari window
Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham's self-awareness model (1955): four areas of self-knowledge - open, blind, hidden and unknown. It shows how feedback and openness expand self-awareness.
SWOT analysis
A simple strategic analysis tool: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. It helps a community or organisation honestly assess its situation before planning.