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Force Field Analysis

Force Field Analysis

Section titled “Force Field Analysis”

What It Is: A diagnostic technique used to identify the forces that are either driving toward or restraining a particular goal or outcome.

When to Use It: When trying to understand the factors that are influencing a particular issue, or when developing a strategy to achieve a goal.

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. STEP 1: Define the problem or goal clearly. (Beebe and Pherson, 2015, p. 133)
  2. STEP 2: Brainstorm the main factors influencing the issue. (Beebe and Pherson, 2015, p. 133)
  3. STEP 3: Create two lists—one for supporting arguments (driving forces) and one for opposing ones (restraining forces). (Beebe and Pherson, 2015, p. 133)
  4. STEP 4: Assign values to the arguments to determine their strength. Calculate the total score to determine the dominant side. (Beebe and Pherson, 2015, p. 133)