The Research Behind the Framework
The PTK Framework is grounded in both evidence-based behavioural science and biblical truth. Below are the foundational works and scriptures that inform the structure of the Year of Manifestation Journal.
Research in progress. PTK Journals is actively conducting original research on disciplined execution within faith communities. This page will be updated as findings develop.
Academic References
The The psychological aspect of the PTK Framework draws from a body of research. Here is a curated overview.
Psychological Foundations
Gollwitzer, P.M. (1999)
Implementation Intentions
Strong effects of simple plans — American Psychologist, 54(7), 493–503.
Lally, P. et al. (2010)
How Habits Are Formed
Modelling habit formation in the real world — European Journal of Social Psychology, 40(6), 998–1009.
Locke & Latham (2002)
Goal-Setting Theory
Building a practically useful theory of goal setting — American Psychologist, 57(9), 705–717.
James Clear (2018)
Atomic Habits
Identity-based habits and the 1% improvement framework.
Integration Research
Collins & Porras (1994)
Built to Last
Long-term vision and values-based decision making in lasting organisations.
Duhigg, C. (2012)
The Power of Habit
The habit loop and how structured cues drive consistent behaviour.
Covey, S. (1989)
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Principled living as the foundation of effectiveness and character.
PTK Journals (Ongoing)
Execution Gap Research
Internal study on the gap between vision and execution in faith communities.
Ongoing ResearchThe PTK Execution Assessment
This short diagnostic measures the gap between your vision and your execution — the space where most people stall. Seven questions. Under two minutes. A personalised execution profile at the end.
7 Questions
Reflective, targeted prompts
Under 2 Minutes
Quick but meaningful
Personalised Profile
Tailored execution insights
Track Progress
Retake to measure growth
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