At SynergyScape Solutions we empower young people to pitch their big ideas through a structured approach created by Chris Fenning known as the GPS model—Goal, Problem, Solution. This method not only sharpens their focus but also enhances their ability to communicate effectively and persuasively.
Goal: Overcoming Ourselves
They start their pitch with the GPS sentence:
“We will <insert your Goal> by overcoming <insert your problem> using <insert your solution>.”
This sentence structure helps clarify the objective and sets the stage for addressing the challenges and presenting their innovative solutions. See list of examples at the bottom of this post
Problem: People Are the Problem
Invariably, the most significant problem we all must overcome is ourselves.
People are the problem. We all have biases, life experiences, political alliances, and a host of other factors that can hinder progress and innovation.
These human elements often create barriers to getting things done, whether in the realm of business, social initiatives, or personal goals.
Solution: Navigating Through Biases and Barriers
Our solution focuses on helping young people recognise and navigate through these biases and barriers. By acknowledging these challenges, they can develop strategies to address them effectively. We teach them to identify the root causes of resistance, whether it’s within themselves or others, and to find ways to build bridges and foster collaboration.
Through the GPS model, we equip young people with the tools to pitch their ideas with clarity and confidence. They learn to set clear goals, understand and articulate the problems they face, and present well-thought-out solutions that consider the complexities of human nature. This approach not only enhances their pitching skills but also prepares them to be empathetic, strategic, and effective leaders in their future endeavours.
Overcoming personal and interpersonal challenges is key to turning big ideas into reality. By using the GPS model, we help young people navigate these obstacles and drive meaningful change in their communities and beyond.
Here are some examples of GPS sentences for students:
- We will get better at group projects by overcoming our fear of speaking up using regular team check-ins and honest discussions.
- We will make our class presentations more interesting by overcoming our nervousness through lots of practice and friendly feedback.
- We will improve our grades by overcoming procrastination using a study schedule and turning off distractions like our phones.
- We will work better together by overcoming our different opinions using open conversations and finding common goals.
- We will make our school events more fun by overcoming our lack of ideas through brainstorming sessions and getting input from everyone.
- We will stay focused in class by overcoming boredom using interactive activities and group work.
- We will handle stress better by overcoming our worries using mindfulness exercises and talking about our feelings with friends.
- We will boost our confidence by overcoming self-doubt through positive self-talk and setting small, achievable goals.
- We will improve our sports team by overcoming lack of teamwork using team-building exercises and encouraging each other.
- We will be more creative in our projects by overcoming the fear of making mistakes through trying new things and learning from them.
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