thinking tool. The one about authentic engagement with citizens to solve problems Citizen Science and Social Labs Summary: Citizen science is the practice of everyday [...]
“Vimes’ Boot Theory”, It Costs More to Be Poor
framework. The one about why it's more expensive to be poor "Vimes' Boot Theory", It Costs More to Be Poor Credit: Terry Pratchett's (1993), Men [...]
Failure Demand and Avoidable Costs
frameworks. The one about addressing the root causes of problems before they manifest Failure Demand and Avoidable Costs Credit: Concept popularised by John Seddon, supported [...]
Mehrabian’s 7/38/55 Communication Rule
framework. The one about effective face-to-face communication Mehrabian's 7/38/55 Communication Rule Credit: Albert Mehrabian (1939-) Summary: Mehrabian's research notes that there are three core elements [...]
Sutherland’s Scrum
framework. The one about delivering value quickly and continuously improving Sutherland's Scrum Credit: Co-creator, Jeff Sutherland PhD (1941-) Note: This post was written with the [...]
Implementation Science
framework. The one about how to deliver evidence-based programs and policies in real-world settings Implementation Science Note: This post was drafted with the support of [...]
Smart Work
framework. The one about increasing productivity Smart Work Credit: Dermot Crowley Note: This post was drafted with the support of ChatGPT on 10 June 2025. [...]
Participatory Action Research
framework. The one about learning by doing and reflecting and doing again Participatory Action Research Credit: Chris Argyris; John Heron and Peter Reason; William Barry; [...]
No Bullsh!t Innovation
framework. The one about striving for change that adds value No Bullsh!t Innovation Credit: David Rowan Note: This post was drafted with the support of [...]
Appreciative Inquiry and Positive Deviance
framework. The one about learning from what is strong not what is wrong Appreciative Inquiry and Positive Deviance Credit: Cooperrider and Whitney; Sternin, Sternin and [...]
The Harwood Model of Community Engagement
framework. The one about authentic community engagement The Harwood Model of Community Engagement Credit: Rich Harwood Summary: The Harwood Approach is a community development practice [...]
The Heckman Equation
framework. The one about investing in people and their community early The Heckman Equation Credit: James Heckman BA PhD (1944-) Summary: The Heckman Equation (Invest [...]
