Sir John Whitmore

Sir John Whitmore was a prominent British businessman and sportsman, best known for his contributions to the world of coaching and management. He played a significant role in popularizing coaching as a tool for personal and professional development. Whitmore was an early advocate of the GROW model, a framework used in coaching, which stands for Goal, Reality, Options, and Will. He also authored influential books on coaching, emphasizing leadership and performance improvement. In addition to his business achievements, he was a successful racing driver and contributed to motorsport as both a competitor and mentor.