John Whitmore

Sir John Whitmore (1937-2017) was a pioneering figure in the coaching industry.

He developed the widely-used GROW model and founded Performance Consultants International.

Whitmore's background in sports, particularly his experience as a professional racing driver, heavily influenced his approach to coaching.

He applied Timothy Gallwey's "Inner Game" concepts to the business world, emphasizing awareness and responsibility as key elements of effective coaching.

Whitmore authored several books on coaching and leadership, with Coaching for Performance becoming a seminal text in the field.

His work focused on unlocking human potential and fostering high-performance cultures in organizations.