What, Why, How: The How Skills Methodology
Are you tired of struggling with time management, focus, or project deadlines? Do you wish there was a way to truly understand why these challenges happen, instead of just throwing generic solutions at the problem?
Imagine a space where customized strategies are created to help you thrive, where productivity soars, and where you feel empowered to overcome any obstacle. That's the power of The How Skills' revolutionary "What-Why-How" method. The How Skills follows a “What-Why-How” method for supporting our individual clients with a wide range of cognitive patterns. We developed this method using research in education and cognitive science, along with our extensive experience as educators.
Here's How it Works:
What's happening that you’d like to change? We don't just scratch the surface. We dive deep to pinpoint the exact behaviors you’re experiencing.
Why is it happening? This is where we uncover the root causes. Is it anxiety, a lack of clarity, a behavior developed in your formative years, or simply needing the right tools? We work with you to understand your unique thought processes and create personalized solutions.
How will we change it to get the results that you want? We don't just give advice; we build custom, measurable goals that lead to practical strategies that work with your brain instead of against it. We help you to develop sustainable habits, optimize your work environment, and unlock your full potential. Forget labels and quick fixes. We focus on the concrete actions and habits you can build to create change.
Theory to Practice of the What, Why, How:
Let’s consider the case of Emma, a mid-level manager struggling with task initiation and anxiety. According to Emma, she often feels foggy and unable to start her work, leading to overdue projects and rising levels of stress.
Identifying the What
With her coach, Emma identified that her primary challenge is task initiation. At first glance, Emma believed the root of her procrastination was lack of motivation. However, digging deeper with her coach, they learned that Emma often freezes when confronted with the volume of tasks she needs to complete as they feel overwhelming and ambiguous, and she doesn’t know how to get started.
Exploring the Why
Emma now understood what was causing her friction at work but wasn’t exactly sure why it was happening. Upon a discussion regarding her feelings and organizational strategies, Emma disclosed her anxiety levels spiked when starting new projects, along with challenges related to understanding what to prioritize. This culminated in feelings of being overwhelmed, and letting timelines slip by. Here, the ‘why’ indicates that Emma's struggles revolve around anxiety and a lack of clarity, or ambiguity from her leadership about her priorities.
Implementing the How
To help Emma, her and her coach delved deeply into the what and why, to arrive at the how: how are they going to deploy customized strategies to remove the barriers she’s experiencing and get the results she wants. Here’s how:
Mindset Strategies: Emma’s coach introduced her to mindfulness exercises that can help her better control her anxiety. They also worked to effectively build the habit so that Emma could rely on this strategy and see her growth over an extended period of time.
Prioritization Framework: Emma and her coach looked at the typical work tasks that come across Emma’s desk and developed a task tracking system. This system was integrated into Emma’s day to day and created a visual task board that categorizes tasks by urgency and importance.
Incremental Goals: Emma learned how to break larger tasks into smaller, manageable steps, allowing her to build confidence gradually and overcome her overwhelm.
After several weeks, Emma notices a significant improvement in her ability to initiate tasks and manage her workload. She reports feeling more in control and less anxious about her daily responsibilities by using what, why, how methodology.
Why This Works
It's personalized: We know one size doesn't fit all. Our method is tailored to each individual's needs, leading to lasting impact.
It's based on science: We leverage proven research on habit formation, expert coaches, cognitive science, and the power of positive reinforcement.
It creates lasting change: We don't just offer temporary fixes. We help you build the skills and habits they need to succeed long-term. Our goal is for you to learn applicable tools and strategies during coaching, to then implement them independently in your daily life.
It removes the shame: Our goal is to help people to separate their identity from their behavior, to increase the likelihood of positive change.
It's effective: 99% of our clients report significant improvements in productivity, satisfaction, and overall performance.
Try Our What, Why, How Methodology TODAY!
If you find yourself at a crossroads or are simply looking to enhance your skills, consider exploring executive function coaching, designed to break barriers through actionable strategies. You deserve the support that aligns with your journey. Learn more about our What, Why, How Methodology by scheduling a FREE consultation with us today!
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