Our Research
How do we create a culture committed to Excellence?
(This drives everything we do.)
Excellence as a journey
Four simple words underpin everything you’ll learn.
Written as Excellent, Good, Satisfactory and Poor, these four simple words play a pivotal role in improving performance.
These four simple words will act as your guide—helping you, your team and your organisation. They can be used to raise standards and get things done; reset expectations and measure success; avoid setbacks and build resilience.
The EGSP® Framework is a highly dynamic and versatile tool that is used throughout our work.
Research Interests
Our research focuses on three key areas.
1, World class basics
Focus on the principles, not just specifics. Combine real life experience and proven processes. Do the simple things well—and build from there.
2, Do the right thing
Better decision making. Better alignment. Performance standards agreed. Common understanding of key principles. Full stack leadership development.
3, Give a damn (care)
In a word—ownership. Do something. Making a meaningful impact. Simplicity will help you achieve your goals—faster. One course for all leadership levels.
Our Methodology
Real world Experience
Bob Buckley (Founder, Twelve Scholars) has worked across many sectors. A professional career in front line operations, project management and leading corporate turnarounds. In all situations, he’s learned how to set expectations, overcome adversity and lead by example. Twelve Scholars is a product of this experience and his natural curiosity for continuous improvement.
Research partners
We partner with forward-thinking individuals and organisations who want to make their world a better place. For businesses to grow, people need to grow. And we’re here to help our partners set new standards and raise performance.
(In turn, we’ll make the world a better place).
Leadership Library
Delve into the shelves of our 1,200-book leadership library. Uncover the books that have made an impact on our thinking. They are typically business-orientated books, with a bias towards leadership, personal development and design.
Published research
We have published three books.
Twelve Scholars Journal / Be Proactive
Proactive people make things happen. In this printed publication, you’ll meet 12 inspiring leaders. You’ll discover their journey to success, their highs and lows, and what being proactive means to them.
Twelve Scholars Journal / Be A Visionary
Visionary people create things that previously weren’t possible. In this second printed publication, you’ll meet another 12 inspiring leaders. You’ll learn what it takes to be visionary—a key behaviour for successful leadership.
Twelve Scholars Playbook / Make Excellence Your Mission
The Leadership Playbook is your course curriculum. It brings our The Essential Scholar into the physical world—something you’ll appreciate when you receive your copy. Exclusive to course participants only.