The Problem-Management and Opportunity-Development Process

Stage 1

What is going on?

Stage 1: Task A

The Story: Problem Situation

• “What is going on in my life"?”

Stage 1: Task B

The Real Story: New Perspectives

• “As I look more closely, what’s really going on?”

Stage 1: Task C

The Right Story: Key Issues to Work On (Values)

• “What should I be working on?”

Stage 2

What does a better future look like?

Stage 2: Task A

Possibilities

• “What possibilities do I have for a better future?”

Stage 2: Task B

Goals/Outcomes

• “What do I really want and need?”

Stage 2: Task C

Commitment

• “What am I willing to pay for what I want?”

Stage 3

How do we get there?

Stage 3: Task A

Possible Strategies

• “What are the possible paths to my goal?”

Stage 3: Task B

Best-fit Strategies

• “What strategy or list of strategies is best for me?”

Stage 3: Task C

Plans to Accomplish Goals

• “How do I organize my strategies to accomplish my goals?”