The document outlines a four-step solution-focused coaching approach to improving time management and productivity by shifting focus from problems to solutions. It emphasizes the importance of defining goals, creating action plans, monitoring progress, and making necessary adjustments to achieve positive change. Solution-focused coaching empowers individuals to leverage their strengths and resources, ultimately promoting a proactive and efficient framework for addressing challenges.

1. Mastering Time
Management and
Productivity
A Solution Focused Coaching Approach

2. Solution-Focused Coaching
Are you ready to solve your time management and
productivity problems in just four steps?

3. Discover the Benefits of
Solution-Focused Coaching for
Time Management &
Productivity
Tip:
Shift your focus from
problems to solutions

4. Key points:
➔ Solution-focused coaching
Helps you identify what needs to
happen and the steps to take.
➔ It offers a practical approach to
improving time management and
productivity.
➔ Focus on solutions, not
problems,
Leads to positive and pragmatic
progress.

5. Problem Identification.
One way or another, we all face challenges that keep us
feeling stuck.
Problem
"We all face challenges
that keep us feeling
stuck"
Whether it's a lack of time, ineffective
prioritizing, or poor efficiency, these problems
can hinder our progress. But fear not!
Today, I am here to guide you on the right path
towards overcoming these obstacles through
solution-focused coaching.

6. So, what exactly is
solution-focused
coaching?
This is positive and pragmatic way of
making progress that can significantly
improve your time management and
productivity.
Key Points:
It is a practical and
empowering approach
to problem-solving that
focuses on identifying
and implementing
solutions rather than
dwelling on problems.

7. By adopting solution-focused coaching,
you can experience a range of benefits.
It allows you to SHIFT YOUR FOCUS from
what's going wrong to what you want to
achieve. This change in perspective
FUELS MOTIVATION, helps you leverage
your strengths, and brings about
TANGIBLE RESULTS in managing your
time effectively and increasing
productivity.
Benefits of Solution-
Focused Coaching

8. Problem Focus vs. Solution Focus
● What’s wanted
● What’s working
● Progress
● Influence
● ‘Counters’ in the past
● Collaboration
● Resources and strengths
● Simplicity
● Actions
● What’s wrong
● What needs fixing
● Blame
● Control
● Causes in the past
● The expert knows best
● Deficit and weaknesses
● Complications
● Definitions

9. Shifting our
mindset towards a
solution-focused
approach, we can
tap into our own
potential and find
practical ways to
overcome
challenges.
Tip
One tip to shift your mindset towards a solution-focused
approach is to reframe problems as opportunities for
growth and learning. Instead of viewing challenges as
obstacles, see them as chances to develop new skills, gain
valuable experiences, and discover creative solutions.
When faced with a problem, ask yourself:
➔ What can I learn from this situation?
➔ How can I use this challenge to develop new skills or
enhance existing ones?
➔ What opportunities does this problem present for
personal or professional growth?
➔ How can I approach this issue with a positive and
solution-oriented mindset?

10. How It Works?
Solution-focused coaching places primary
emphasis on assisting you in defining a
desired future state and constructing a
pathway in both thinking and action to help
you achieve that state.
➔ Solution-focus
Instead of dwelling on the problem, the
focus is on identifying and
implementing the solution.
➔ Positive change
This approach ensures that we make
progress and experience positive
change.
➔

11. The Four-Step Method for Improving Time
management & Productivity
Get Results Faster: The 4-Step Method for Problem-Solving
● Step 1: Identify a Goal or Solution related to time
management and productivity.
● Step 2: Create an Action Plan to address the challenges.
● Step 3: Take Action and Monitor Progress towards
improved time management and productivity.
● Step 4: Change What Isn't Working and adjust the action
plan as needed.

12. Solution-Focused Coaching in 4 Steps
Identify a Goal or Solution
Ask questions to verbalize
the outcome
Create a Action Plan
Describe the solution,
identify issues, list specific
actions
Take Action and Monitor Progress
Track progress using
metrics
Change What Isn’t Working
Review and adjust the
action plan)

13. 1. Identify A Goal or Solution
Imagine that you went to bed tonight, and when
you woke up, the problem magically
disappeared, and the solution was present, but
you didn't know how the solution had arrived.
What is the first thing you'd notice, telling you
the solution was present?
Who else would notice this miracle?
What would clue those people in?

14. 2. Create an Action
Plan
Once the goal or solution is identified,
it's time to develop an action plan.
Describe the solution in detail and
identify the specific issues you need to
work on.
Ask yourself:
What does the solution look
like?
What issues must I work on to
make this solution a reality?
What specific actions do I need
to take?
Consider your resources, skills, strengths, and
weaknesses to develop a comprehensive plan.

15. 3. Take Action and
Monitor Progress
Now it's time to take action and
monitor your progress. Identify the
metrics or indicators you'll use to
measure success or failure for each
action.
Tip
Regularly track your
progress and make
adjustments as needed
to stay on track.

16. 4. Change What Isn’t Working
If you encounter roadblocks or realize that
certain actions aren't producing the desired
results, it's crucial to reassess and adapt. Review
what's working and what isn't, and be open to
making changes to your action plan.
Tip
Remember, flexibility
and adaptability are key
to achieving your goals.

17. Common Advantages and Challenges
of Solution-Focused Coaching
Solution-focused coaching offers a positive approach to change, empowering individuals to
take control of their problems and find solutions. However, it's essential to note that it requires
willingness and commitment from the person being coached to produce results.
On the other hand, solution-focused coaching may be LESS EFFECTIVE when problems are
caused by someone else's behavior, as the solution lies outside of an individual's control. In such
cases, it's important to focus on aspects that can be controlled and take personal responsibility
for actions and outcomes.

18. The SIMPLE Model.
The SIMPLE model provides a set of tools and principles for
effective solution-focused coaching. Let's explore each
element:
Tip
Solutions, not problems
Inbetween - the action is in the
interaction
Make use of what's there
Possibilities - past, present, and
future
Language - simply said
Every case is different
By applying the principles of the SIMPLE
model, we can navigate through various
situations and find bespoke solutions that fit
each unique circumstance.

19. The OSKAR Framework
The OSKAR framework is another powerful tool for solution-focused coaching. Let's
break down each stage:
1. Outcome [Define the objective of the coaching session and the long-term goal. Determine how you will
measure the success of the coaching process.]
2. Scaling [Assess your current situation on a scale of 0 to 10.Explore what you have done to reach your
current point and what it would take to move to the next level.]
3. Know-how and Resources [Identify what helps you perform at your current level. Discover what
actions, skills, or resources have contributed to your success. Consider what other people recognize as
your strengths and what you can leverage.]
4. Affirm and Action [Acknowledge what is already going well. Identify the next small step you can
take. Determine what actions you personally want to initiate immediately.]
5. Review [Evaluate what has improved since the coaching started. Reflect on the changes made and their
effects. Anticipate further changes and progress.]

20. Benefits of Solution-Focused Coaching
Positive and
Empowering Mindset
Solution-Focused Coaching promotes a
positive and optimistic mindset. By
focusing on solutions, individuals can
shift their perspective from what's wrong
to what's possible, fostering a sense of
hope, motivation, and confidence.
Orientation towards
Solutions
Solution-Focused Coaching focuses on
identifying and implementing solutions
rather than dwelling on problems. This
approach empowers individuals to take
control of their situations and find
practical ways to overcome challenges.
Individual Control
Solution-Focused Coaching recognizes
that individuals have the power to
create change in their own lives. It
encourages personal responsibility and
helps individuals tap into their own
strengths, resources, and abilities to
find solutions that work for them.
Remember, these benefits can vary from person to person, but overall, Solution-Focused Coaching provides a powerful framework for individuals to take control,
discover solutions, and achieve their desired outcomes.

21. Benefits of Solution-Focused Coaching
Time-Efficient
Solution-Focused Coaching is often
known for its efficiency. By focusing on
solutions and action steps, individuals
can save time by bypassing excessive
analysis of problems and instead direct
their energy towards finding practical
and effective solutions.
Goal-Oriented
Approach
Solution-Focused Coaching helps
individuals define clear and achievable
goals. By focusing on desired
outcomes, individuals can establish a
sense of direction and purpose, making
it easier to prioritize actions and
measure progress.
Resource and
Strength-Based
Solution-Focused Coaching recognizes
and leverages the resources, strengths,
and capabilities of individuals. By
exploring what is already working and
identifying past successes, individuals
can tap into their own potential to
overcome challenges and achieve their
goals.
Remember, these benefits can vary from person to person, but overall, Solution-Focused Coaching provides a powerful framework for individuals to take control,
discover solutions, and achieve their desired outcomes.

22. I hope today's presentation has inspired you to
consider the power of solution-focused
coaching in your own life.
If you are facing challenges and
seeking a positive and practical
approach to problem-solving, I
am here to guide you.
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23. Thank you!
I hope you’ll use these tips to your
personal situation and improve
your time management and
productivity.
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