The Right Questions framework is a process and set of tools to help people who want to:
Lead themselves and others well
Think analytically and critically
Develop effective strategic plans and achieve goals
Set priorities and make better decisions
The Right Questions framework is based upon the main interrogative words in the English language, linking each to a key theme and further questions:
Interrogative
Use
Application
Why
Reason
Values, principles, priorities, passions
Where
Place
Situation (past and present), vision
What
Thing
Mission, end-state, success, USP
Which
Selection
Options, courses of action, risks, reflection
How
Manner
Plan, route, tasks, resources
Who
Person
Self, team, network, relationships
When
Time
Timing, programming, prioritisation
Navigating The Right Questions Website
To help you navigate the posts that explain the framework, follow the links under the headings below that correspond to the individual posts.
Beside each post, on the right sidebar, you will see the main categories that relate to the posts below. These are:
The Right Questions (Background and Overview)
Why (Values)
What (Mission)
Where (Situation and Vision)
Which (Options, Risk and Opportunity)
Who (Individual, Team and Network)
How (Goals, Planning and Resources)
When (Timing and Programming)
Introduction to The Right Questions Concept
Overview of The Right Questions Framework
Stage 1: Strategic Framing
The initial questions of why (principles, priorities and passions) where (situation and vision) and what (mission, success criteria) provide the strategic framing for any plans we make. The quality of the options we develop to achieve success and the effectiveness of our planning depends largely on the development of the overall strategy.
Why? Values
Principles, purpose, passions, priorities
Where? Situation and Vision
Situational Analysis – where am I now?
Vision – where am I going?
What? Mission, success and end-state
Stage 2: The Reflection Point
The second part or stage is called the ‘reflection point’. In every decision making cycle you consider your options in the light of the situation, the risks and opportunities. This reflection point either takes you back to Stage 1, and a further iteration of refining the Strategic Framing, or onto Stage 3, Developing a Plan, where an actionable plan can be created for the chosen course of action, fulfilling the strategy.
Which: Route, risk, review, reflections
Stage 3: Developing a Plan
The third section on planning uses the questions how, who and when to explore the detail needed to deliver on your desired course of action in alignment with your overall strategy.
How? Planning, Resources
When? Timing, programming and prioritisation
Who? Self, team and network
Case studies, examples and application of The Right Questions
If you want the right answers you have to start with the right questions
About The Right Questions
The Right Questions is for people who want greater clarity, purpose and success. There is a wealth of resources to boost your effectiveness in achieving goals, your leadership of yourself and others, and your decision-making.
Wherever you are on your journey, I hope that you find information on this site to help you on the next leg of your quest. Even if that is just the inspiration to take one small step in the right direction, then that is a success. If you can take pleasure in learning and travelling as you go, then so much the better.
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