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The Science Behind the MASTER Risk Model

Every part of the MASTER Risk Model is grounded in behavioural science. Built on theory. Powered by action. Currently in real-world testing.

Risk Profiles and Strategies

Risk Profiles show how the best strategy depends on your zone, whether you are steady, stretching, or regaining control.

They are grounded in research from behavioral science and organizational theory, providing evidence-based ways to adapt and grow.

Together, these strategies show why profiles differ: amplify strengths in Comfort, reinforce in Stretch, stabilize in Panic.

Further reading: Clifton’s strengths theory | Vygotsky’s learning theory | Crisis Management Life Cycle (Fink)

Comfort Zone (Strengths Theory)

In the Comfort Zone, the focus is on building from what already works.

Clifton’s Strengths Theory shows that progress is most sustainable when it builds upon existing strengths.

Stretch Zone (Learning Theory)

In the Stretch Zone, the focus is on strengthening what is currently the weakest.

Vygotsky’s Learning Theory explains that growth happens where challenge meets ability, provided support is present.

Panic Zone (Crisis Management)

In the Panic Zone, the priority is to restore balance before moving forward.

Fink’s Crisis Management research shows recovery begins by simplifying action and regaining stability first.

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The Three Pillars

Behavior is shaped by how you think, what you can do, and the environment around you.

This framework draws on the COM-B model by Susan Michie, widely used in healthcare, education, and organizational change. It shows that Motivation, Capability, and Opportunity must align for meaningful behaviour change.

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The Risk Zones

You respond to challenge differently, sometimes you grow, sometimes you freeze, depending on the pressure.

The Risk Zones are based on Lev Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal Development and the Yerkes-Dodson Law by Robert Yerkes and John Dillingham Dodson, which together explain how performance shifts depending on the level of challenge or support.

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Risk Profiles and Strategies

Each Risk Profile reflects a specific combination of Mindset, Abilities, and Situation, and helps determine your most effective strategy.

These strategies are grounded in strengths theory by Donald O. Clifton and Peter Drucker, learning theory from Lev Vygotsky, and systems thinking from Peter Senge and Steven Fink.

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Minimum Actionable Variables

Big change doesn’t start with big moves, it starts with clear, achievable steps that build momentum.

Minimum Actionable Variables are grounded in Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg and Deliberate Practice by Anders Ericsson, showing how small, intentional actions lead to meaningful, lasting growth.

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The Three Dimensions of Learning

You grow most when you combine three powerful elements: building knowledge, sharpening how you think, and applying what you learn.

Each can work on its own, but together they create stronger skills and change that lasts.

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